September 10 Writing Prompt: Apathy

Do you feel apathetic or indifferent about anything? If so, write about what it is and why you feel that way. Is this feeling helping or hurting you. When can apathy be a good thing? If feeling apathetic is thwarting your efforts, write about what you can do to turn this feeling around.

September 9 Writing Prompt: Ambition

There are times in life when we have an enormous drive to accomplish something important. When was the last time you were driven by a desire so strong you knew you could not fail? Write about that time. Perhaps you lack ambition. If so, what is preventing you from reaching your goals?

September 8 Writing Prompt: Alcohol

If you consume alcohol write about the first time you experienced the taste. What were you doing? Who were you with? If you’ve ever gotten drunk write about that experience. If you abstain from drinking alcohol write about why you never or no longer drink.

September 7 Writing Prompt: Age

Considering your age, how has your life been so far? Write about your most memorable experience or write about something you are looking forward to. What is your attitude about getting older?

September 6 Writing Prompt: Advice

Do you love giving advice? Write about your area of expertise and the type of advice you generally offer. Has anyone ever asked you to keep your thoughts and opinions to yourself? Think of someone in your life who could benefit from the advice you have to offer. Instead of telling them what you think, write a letter instead.

September 5 Writing Prompt: Advertising

What are your feelings about advertising in general? If you hate advertising, write about a better way to get the word out about products and services. If you enjoy advertising, write about your favorite or most memorable ad.

September 4 Writing Prompt: Activism

Activism means involvement. Whether you’re involved or not, write about a cause that is near and dear to your heart. Include what being active in this cause means to you. If you’re not active at the moment, explain why you are not yet taking action and whether you plan to do so in the future.

September 3 Writing Prompt: Action
The difference between success and failure can be as simple as taking action. Write about the results you attained the last time you took action. Then, write about a goal you would like to achieve and the steps required to take action. Now go do it!

September 2 Writing Prompt: Acting
We all enjoy a good play and are often astonished by a strong performance. At the same time, we are often actors in our own personal dramas. Write about a time you acted in a personal drama. Imagine watching yourself on stage. Write a review about your performance.

September reminds me of back to school, a slight dip in temperature, and harvesting vegetables from the garden. Each year there is an overabundance of something. One year it was tomatoes, another year it was peppers, and this year it’s all varieties of squash. While my husband prepares the soil and plants the seeds, I’m in charge of watering and coming up with creative uses for the food we grow.

Creativity brings me to the topic of writing prompts for September. Awhile back I stumbled across the book, Women Know Everything! 3,241 Quips, Quotes & Brilliant Remarks. Touting “Wit and Wisdom from A to Z,” this month’s prompts are inspired by the alphabetical organization of the topics.

September 1Writing Prompt: Ability
We are often judged by our ability or lack of. Write about your strengths and weaknesses. What ability would you like to strengthen? What steps could you take over the next year to become more capable in this area?