Writing prompts: Personal Growth

14 prompts to practise writing in English. Aim for 80 to 150 words: say what you think, give a reason and add an example.

  1. 1

    Describe a time when you had to learn something new quickly.

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  2. 2

    Describe a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

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  3. 3

    Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision.

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  4. 4

    Describe a skill you would like to learn and explain why.

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  5. 5

    Describe an achievement you are proud of and explain why.

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  6. 6

    What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?

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  7. 7

    Describe a mistake that taught you an important lesson.

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  8. 8

    If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?

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  9. 9

    What habit would you most like to change, and how?

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  10. 10

    Describe a fear you overcame and how you did it.

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  11. 11

    What does success mean to you, and has that changed over time?

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  12. 12

    Describe a book, person or event that changed your mindset.

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  13. 13

    How do you stay motivated when progress feels slow?

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  14. 14

    Describe a goal you are working towards right now.

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