January 11, 2025 • 12 mins
50 Creative Journal Prompts
Ever wondered what lies beyond the hidden doors of your imagination, or how transforming emotions can change your world? Join us as we explore the magic of creativity with 50 inventive journal prompts crafted by the brilliant Lestallion. Together, we embark on a journey through the alluring unknown, inspired by myths, music, and the universal desire to discover more. From dreaming up stories influenced by your favorite songs to imagining superpowers and their potential responsibilities, we delve into the playful, therapeutic, and transformative power of creativity. These prompts aren't just about creating art—they're about understanding the profound effect creativity has on our emotional well-being and how it can reshape our lives.
We also challenge the boundaries of dreaming by asking ourselves what impossible dreams we would chase and how they might alter our reality. Reflecting on the healing power of creativity, we discuss how art, writing, and even simple daydreaming can guide us through life's challenges. Whether you're seeking inspiration, healing, or just a playful escape, this episode offers new perspectives on the creative process and the limitless possibilities it holds. Rediscover the excitement of dreaming big and the magic that happens when you fully embrace your imagination.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, buckle up everybody, because today we are
taking a deep dive, ooh deepdive, into 50 creative journal
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
Nice.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
From the brilliant Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
I love Lestallion.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Now, these aren't your typical.
What did I do today?
Kind of prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
These are designed to really unlock those doors in
your imagination.
Speaker 2 (00:18):
I like that.
Unlock those doors.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
So let's jump into it .
One that really caught my eyefrom the exploring your
imagination category was thisone Imagine you've discovered a
hidden door in your home.
Where does it lead, and what doyou find on the other side?
Speaker 2 (00:34):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
Give me some real Narnia vibes.
Speaker 2 (00:37):
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, you know, like Totally
it's behind that door.
It's so interesting how thatkind of prompt really speaks to
something that's like souniversal.
You know the hidden door.
It's in so many myths andchildren's stories.
It's like this innate humandesire for the unknown, that
yearning for something more thanthe everyday.
Speaker 1 (01:00):
Think of your favorite song and create a story
inspired by its lyrics ormelody.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Wow, that's really cool.
Speaker 1 (01:07):
Like I was thinking about how differently I'd
interpret like a breakup ballad.
Speaker 2 (01:12):
Yeah, of course.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Versus like a high energy anthem.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
Yeah, that's clever because it uses something we
already connect to emotionallyright Music but instead of
passively listening to it,you're actively taking those
emotions and turning them intonarrative.
It's like you're giving asoundtrack to a story that
hasn't been written yet.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
Oh, that's a really good point.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Or you could even flip it around.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:32):
Like maybe you have a story idea and you try to find
the music that captures thatsame feeling.
Speaker 1 (01:38):
I like that.
I like that a lot.
Okay, switching gears a bit.
Okay.
Imagine you've been turned intoa superhero overnight.
What are your powers and how doyou use them?
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Ooh.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
I got to go with teleportation.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, no more traffic , no more traffic.
So this one's fun because it'sall about playfulness.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:57):
But what I think is really cool is that second part
how do you use them?
It's not just about the wishfulfillment.
Speaker 1 (02:04):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:04):
It's getting you to think about responsibility and
consequence.
Speaker 1 (02:09):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:09):
Even with superpowers .
Yeah, your choices shape theworld around you.
Speaker 1 (02:14):
That's a really good point.
It's not just about the ability, right, it's about the kind of
hero you become Exactly, andthat kind of ties in with this
other one in this category.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (02:23):
Embracing playfulness .
This one.
Create a recipe for yourfavorite emotion.
What ingredients would itinclude and how would you share
it with others?
Speaker 2 (02:33):
That's a good one.
Speaker 1 (02:34):
Kind of out there.
Speaker 2 (02:37):
A little bit, but it's super insightful Because it
forces you to take somethingabstract, an emotion, and make
it tangible.
You break it down, like a chefanalyzing different flavors, and
then that sharing aspect.
It's like acknowledging thatemotions aren't meant to be
bottled up.
They influence how we connect.
Speaker 1 (02:54):
It's making me think about emotions in a whole
different way.
I know right.
Last one for this section.
This one might hit home for alot of us.
Okay, think of a difficult timein your life.
How has creativity helped youheal, and what did you learn
from the experience?
I think we all had thosemoments.
Speaker 2 (03:12):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
Where art or writing or even just daydreaming helped
us through something.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
It's powerful because it's reframing creativity as
more than just making prettythings.
Speaker 1 (03:24):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:24):
It's acknowledging that the process itself can be
therapeutic, by expressingdifficult emotions through words
, color, music, whatever You'reexternalizing them, giving them
shape and form, and that can beso healing.
Speaker 1 (03:37):
So healing, yeah, okay.
So we explored our imagination,we did, we embraced playfulness
.
Speaker 2 (03:42):
We did that too, but now get ready to dream.
Speaker 1 (03:43):
Did we embraced playfulness?
We did that too.
But now get ready to dream big.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
Let's do it, because when you dream big, that's where
the magic happens.
Speaker 1 (03:49):
Absolutely.
Speaking of big dreams, there'sthis prompt in the dreaming big
category that I just love Ifyou could achieve one impossible
dream, what would it be and howwould it change your life?
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:01):
It's like permission to let your imagination go wild.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Right, like what's that one thing.
Speaker 1 (04:05):
Totally For me.
I think it would be tounderstand any language
instantly.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Whoa, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Right.
Imagine the conversations, theplaces you could go, the books
you could read.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
That's amazing, and you're already thinking about
the ripple effects.
Speaker 1 (04:28):
Yeah, how it would change your life and open up new
possibilities.
Yeah, for sure, that's thepower of that prompt.
Right there it really is.
And this next one from thedreaming big category is super
intriguing.
Imagine you've been given ablank canvas.
What colors, shapes and storieswould you bring to life on it?
Speaker 2 (04:37):
makes me think about art in a whole different way
this one is about engaging allthe senses, not just what you
paint, but the textures, theemotions, even the sounds you
might imagine.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
Wow, that's deep.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Right, it's like creating a whole world.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
Yeah, it's like taking show don't tell to a
whole new level.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
Okay, last one for this section.
This one might sound a little,I don't know, ego driven.
Imagine you've won an award foryour creativity.
I don't know, ego driven.
Imagine you've won an award foryour creativity.
What did you create and howdoes it feel to be celebrated?
Speaker 2 (05:07):
I like this one, I think.
Speaker 1 (05:08):
But I think there's more to it.
Speaker 2 (05:09):
For sure, it's not about bragging rights, it's
about visualization.
Okay, you know, athletes use it, entrepreneurs use it.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
Right.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Imagine success and you program your mind to believe
it's possible.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
It's like you're giving yourself permission to
dream big, right, and thentaking steps to make it happen
Exactly Okay.
So we've explored ourimaginations, we've embraced
playfulness, dreamed big.
Now let's get into a categorythat's all about reflection and
gratitude.
Speaker 2 (05:37):
Ooh, I like it.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Cultivating gratitude through creativity.
This one, I think, really getsto the heart of why we create.
Reflect on a creative projectyou're proud of.
What made it special and howdid it impact your journey?
Nice, not about bragging.
No, it's about looking back andappreciating what you did.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
It's about the effort , the dedication, the doubts,
all of it.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
Yes, and the feeling of bringing something to life.
Speaker 2 (05:59):
That's it, that sense of accomplishment.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
And it's not just about the final product.
It's about the skills youlearned along the way.
Speaker 2 (06:06):
That's right, the whole journey.
Speaker 1 (06:08):
Speaking of journeys, this one really resonated with
me.
Write a thank you letter tosomeone who has inspired your
creativity.
How have they influenced yourlife and what do you appreciate
most about them?
Speaker 2 (06:20):
Yeah, that's powerful .
Speaker 1 (06:21):
This one really makes me think of my high school
drama teacher.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Oh nice.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
She was the first person who encouraged me to step
outside my comfort zone toreally embrace storytelling.
Wonderful.
I wouldn't be here without her.
Speaker 2 (06:34):
That's amazing.
You know, it's those kinds ofinfluences that can really shape
our lives.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
They really do.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
It's a reminder to appreciate those people, those
mentors.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Maybe by sharing our gratitude we can inspire others.
Speaker 2 (06:45):
I love that Pay it forward Exactly, okay.
Speaker 1 (06:48):
Last one for this category.
This is a powerful one.
Think about a time you feltstuck creatively.
How did you push through andwhat helped?
We all hit those walls right,oh all the time.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Creative blocks, they're part of the process.
Speaker 1 (07:02):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
But this prompt refr.
It's an opportunity to growRight.
You reflect on it and you cansee the patterns and you come up
with strategies.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
Yeah, it's like building your own toolbox.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
That's a great way to put it.
And remember you don't have togo through it alone.
Yeah, Talk to a friend, amentor, or even take a break.
Speaker 1 (07:19):
Sometimes that's all you need.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (07:21):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
Just to get those creative juices flowing again.
Speaker 1 (07:24):
So we've covered a lot.
We've explored our wildestdreams reflected on our creative
journey.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
That's been quite a journey.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
But before we wrap up , I want to emphasize something
that Listallion talks about.
Okay, these 50 prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
This is just the beginning.
Speaker 2 (07:40):
It is.
It's like planting seeds.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
You mean like we can come up with our own prompts
based on what resonates with us.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
Exactly Meta-creativity.
Speaker 1 (07:48):
I love it.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
And you can use them in more ways than writing.
Imagine that hidden door promptas a painting, whoa or the
superhero one as inspiration fora song.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay, my mind is blown, so it's not just writing,
it's about thinking creatively.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
Now you're getting it , and you can apply this to any
area of your life.
Really, oh yeah, think about aproblem at work Instead of
getting bogged down, reframe itas a creative challenge.
Okay, what would this projectlook like if it were a piece of
music?
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Interesting.
You see, so we're using theseprompts as mental springboards
to jumpstart new thinking.
Speaker 2 (08:27):
Precisely, you're training your brain to be more
creative, more innovative.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
I'm starting to see the possibilities and I'm
curious for you listening outthere.
What are some areas where youstruggle with creativity?
Speaker 2 (08:38):
Yeah, let us know in the comments.
Speaker 1 (08:40):
Yeah, let's brainstorm some prompts together
.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
We're all in this together.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
We are.
Speaker 2 (08:43):
And remember, there's no right or wrong way to
approach these problems.
Just be curious, yeah,experiment and have fun.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Because, at the end of the day, creativity is all
about embracing the unknown.
Speaker 2 (08:53):
And discovering the beauty within each of us.
That's beautiful, but before weget too philosophical, let's
move on to our final category,shall we?
Speaker 1 (09:01):
Yes, celebrating growth.
Speaker 2 (09:03):
All about recognizing how far you've come and setting
your sights on the future.
Speaker 1 (09:07):
Okay so, celebrating growth.
You've come and setting yoursights on the future.
Okay so, celebrating growth.
This category is all about liketaking stock of where we are on
our creative journey, and thisprompt really jumped out at me
Reflect on your proudestcreative accomplishment.
What inspired it and how did itfeel to complete it?
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Yeah, yeah, it's not about bragging.
It's really about analyzingthat satisfaction.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
Exactly what made it so special?
What can we learn from it?
Speaker 2 (09:31):
It's like reverse engineering your creative
success.
Speaker 1 (09:34):
Love that.
And speaking of those ahamoments, this one's all about
recognizing those breakthroughs.
Think about a time when you hada breakthrough in your creative
process.
What led to that breakthroughand how did it change your
approach?
Speaker 2 (09:46):
Interesting.
Yeah, paying attention to thoseshifts in our thinking.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
When a new idea just clicks.
Speaker 2 (09:52):
Those moments when you see things from a fresh
perspective.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
It's like training yourself to be more open to
inspiration.
Okay, this one's a challenge.
Imagine you are mentoringsomeone younger who is just
starting their creative journey.
What advice would you give them, based on your own experiences?
Speaker 2 (10:09):
Ooh, passing on the wisdom.
Speaker 1 (10:11):
What lessons have you learned along the way?
Speaker 2 (10:13):
It's acknowledging that we all have something to
share.
Speaker 1 (10:16):
Even if we don't feel like experts.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
Right and sometimes explaining it to someone else.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
Helps us understand it better ourselves.
Exactly Okay, last one for thiscategory, and it's all about
keeping that creative fireburning List.
Five creative skills you wantto learn.
What excites you most abouteach one?
Speaker 2 (10:34):
Ooh, I like that.
It's future focus.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
Right, always something new to learn.
Speaker 2 (10:38):
Creativity is a journey, not a destination.
Speaker 1 (10:41):
It really is.
It's like a roadmap for yourcreative adventure.
Speaker 2 (10:44):
Endless possibilities .
Speaker 1 (10:46):
And you know what's interesting?
All these prompts fromexploring our imagination to
celebrating growth.
They're all connected, aren'tthey?
Speaker 2 (10:53):
They are.
It's this ongoing dance betweeninspiration, exploration,
reflection.
Speaker 1 (10:59):
It really is, and that's what makes this deep dive
into the Lestallion's 50prompts so amazing.
It's not just about writing.
It's about self-discovery andcreative empowerment.
Speaker 2 (11:09):
Beautifully said.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
So, as we wrap up this episode, I want to leave
you with a final prompt toponder.
This one comes from our experthere.
It's all about those creativeroadblocks, but with a twist.
Think about one creative blockyou've always had Could be
writing art, anything.
Now how could reframing thatblock as a journal prompt help
you overcome it?
Speaker 2 (11:31):
Hmm, I like that Turning a challenge into a
starting point.
Speaker 1 (11:35):
It's about shifting our perspective, right yeah,
seeing obstacles as invitationsto dig deeper.
Speaker 2 (11:40):
To experiment, to find new ways to express
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
Turn that frustration into fuel.
And even if you don't think ofyourself as a creative person, I
encourage you to try theseprompts.
You might surprise yourself.
Speaker 2 (11:51):
Because creativity is in all of us.
It's a wellspring of potential,and these prompts are just
tools to help you tap into it.
Speaker 1 (11:57):
Absolutely so.
Grab a journal, find a quietspot and let your imagination
run wild.
Be sure to check out theStallion's blog for more prompts
and resources.
You'll find the link in theshow notes.
Until next time, happyjournaling.
All right, buckle up everybody, because today we are
taking a deep dive, ooh deepdive, into 50 creative journal
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
Nice.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
From the brilliant Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
I love Lestallion.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Now, these aren't your typical.
What did I do today?
Kind of prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
These are designed to really unlock those doors in
your imagination.
Speaker 2 (00:18):
I like that.
Unlock those doors.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
So let's jump into it .
One that really caught my eyefrom the exploring your
imagination category was thisone Imagine you've discovered a
hidden door in your home.
Where does it lead, and what doyou find on the other side?
Speaker 2 (00:34):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
Give me some real Narnia vibes.
Speaker 2 (00:37):
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, you know, like Totally
it's behind that door.
It's so interesting how thatkind of prompt really speaks to
something that's like souniversal.
You know the hidden door.
It's in so many myths andchildren's stories.
It's like this innate humandesire for the unknown, that
yearning for something more thanthe everyday.
Speaker 1 (01:00):
Think of your favorite song and create a story
inspired by its lyrics ormelody.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Wow, that's really cool.
Speaker 1 (01:07):
Like I was thinking about how differently I'd
interpret like a breakup ballad.
Speaker 2 (01:12):
Yeah, of course.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Versus like a high energy anthem.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
Yeah, that's clever because it uses something we
already connect to emotionallyright Music but instead of
passively listening to it,you're actively taking those
emotions and turning them intonarrative.
It's like you're giving asoundtrack to a story that
hasn't been written yet.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
Oh, that's a really good point.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Or you could even flip it around.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:32):
Like maybe you have a story idea and you try to find
the music that captures thatsame feeling.
Speaker 1 (01:38):
I like that.
I like that a lot.
Okay, switching gears a bit.
Okay.
Imagine you've been turned intoa superhero overnight.
What are your powers and how doyou use them?
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Ooh.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
I got to go with teleportation.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, no more traffic , no more traffic.
So this one's fun because it'sall about playfulness.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:57):
But what I think is really cool is that second part
how do you use them?
It's not just about the wishfulfillment.
Speaker 1 (02:04):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:04):
It's getting you to think about responsibility and
consequence.
Speaker 1 (02:09):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:09):
Even with superpowers .
Yeah, your choices shape theworld around you.
Speaker 1 (02:14):
That's a really good point.
It's not just about the ability, right, it's about the kind of
hero you become Exactly, andthat kind of ties in with this
other one in this category.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (02:23):
Embracing playfulness .
This one.
Create a recipe for yourfavorite emotion.
What ingredients would itinclude and how would you share
it with others?
Speaker 2 (02:33):
That's a good one.
Speaker 1 (02:34):
Kind of out there.
Speaker 2 (02:37):
A little bit, but it's super insightful Because it
forces you to take somethingabstract, an emotion, and make
it tangible.
You break it down, like a chefanalyzing different flavors, and
then that sharing aspect.
It's like acknowledging thatemotions aren't meant to be
bottled up.
They influence how we connect.
Speaker 1 (02:54):
It's making me think about emotions in a whole
different way.
I know right.
Last one for this section.
This one might hit home for alot of us.
Okay, think of a difficult timein your life.
How has creativity helped youheal, and what did you learn
from the experience?
I think we all had thosemoments.
Speaker 2 (03:12):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
Where art or writing or even just daydreaming helped
us through something.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
It's powerful because it's reframing creativity as
more than just making prettythings.
Speaker 1 (03:24):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:24):
It's acknowledging that the process itself can be
therapeutic, by expressingdifficult emotions through words
, color, music, whatever You'reexternalizing them, giving them
shape and form, and that can beso healing.
Speaker 1 (03:37):
So healing, yeah, okay.
So we explored our imagination,we did, we embraced playfulness
.
Speaker 2 (03:42):
We did that too, but now get ready to dream.
Speaker 1 (03:43):
Did we embraced playfulness?
We did that too.
But now get ready to dream big.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
Let's do it, because when you dream big, that's where
the magic happens.
Speaker 1 (03:49):
Absolutely.
Speaking of big dreams, there'sthis prompt in the dreaming big
category that I just love Ifyou could achieve one impossible
dream, what would it be and howwould it change your life?
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:01):
It's like permission to let your imagination go wild.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Right, like what's that one thing.
Speaker 1 (04:05):
Totally For me.
I think it would be tounderstand any language
instantly.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Whoa, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Right.
Imagine the conversations, theplaces you could go, the books
you could read.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
That's amazing, and you're already thinking about
the ripple effects.
Speaker 1 (04:28):
Yeah, how it would change your life and open up new
possibilities.
Yeah, for sure, that's thepower of that prompt.
Right there it really is.
And this next one from thedreaming big category is super
intriguing.
Imagine you've been given ablank canvas.
What colors, shapes and storieswould you bring to life on it?
Speaker 2 (04:37):
makes me think about art in a whole different way
this one is about engaging allthe senses, not just what you
paint, but the textures, theemotions, even the sounds you
might imagine.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
Wow, that's deep.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Right, it's like creating a whole world.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
Yeah, it's like taking show don't tell to a
whole new level.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
Okay, last one for this section.
This one might sound a little,I don't know, ego driven.
Imagine you've won an award foryour creativity.
I don't know, ego driven.
Imagine you've won an award foryour creativity.
What did you create and howdoes it feel to be celebrated?
Speaker 2 (05:07):
I like this one, I think.
Speaker 1 (05:08):
But I think there's more to it.
Speaker 2 (05:09):
For sure, it's not about bragging rights, it's
about visualization.
Okay, you know, athletes use it, entrepreneurs use it.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
Right.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Imagine success and you program your mind to believe
it's possible.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
It's like you're giving yourself permission to
dream big, right, and thentaking steps to make it happen
Exactly Okay.
So we've explored ourimaginations, we've embraced
playfulness, dreamed big.
Now let's get into a categorythat's all about reflection and
gratitude.
Speaker 2 (05:37):
Ooh, I like it.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Cultivating gratitude through creativity.
This one, I think, really getsto the heart of why we create.
Reflect on a creative projectyou're proud of.
What made it special and howdid it impact your journey?
Nice, not about bragging.
No, it's about looking back andappreciating what you did.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
It's about the effort , the dedication, the doubts,
all of it.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
Yes, and the feeling of bringing something to life.
Speaker 2 (05:59):
That's it, that sense of accomplishment.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
And it's not just about the final product.
It's about the skills youlearned along the way.
Speaker 2 (06:06):
That's right, the whole journey.
Speaker 1 (06:08):
Speaking of journeys, this one really resonated with
me.
Write a thank you letter tosomeone who has inspired your
creativity.
How have they influenced yourlife and what do you appreciate
most about them?
Speaker 2 (06:20):
Yeah, that's powerful .
Speaker 1 (06:21):
This one really makes me think of my high school
drama teacher.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Oh nice.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
She was the first person who encouraged me to step
outside my comfort zone toreally embrace storytelling.
Wonderful.
I wouldn't be here without her.
Speaker 2 (06:34):
That's amazing.
You know, it's those kinds ofinfluences that can really shape
our lives.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
They really do.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
It's a reminder to appreciate those people, those
mentors.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
Maybe by sharing our gratitude we can inspire others.
Speaker 2 (06:45):
I love that Pay it forward Exactly, okay.
Speaker 1 (06:48):
Last one for this category.
This is a powerful one.
Think about a time you feltstuck creatively.
How did you push through andwhat helped?
We all hit those walls right,oh all the time.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Creative blocks, they're part of the process.
Speaker 1 (07:02):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
But this prompt refr.
It's an opportunity to growRight.
You reflect on it and you cansee the patterns and you come up
with strategies.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
Yeah, it's like building your own toolbox.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
That's a great way to put it.
And remember you don't have togo through it alone.
Yeah, Talk to a friend, amentor, or even take a break.
Speaker 1 (07:19):
Sometimes that's all you need.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (07:21):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
Just to get those creative juices flowing again.
Speaker 1 (07:24):
So we've covered a lot.
We've explored our wildestdreams reflected on our creative
journey.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
That's been quite a journey.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
But before we wrap up , I want to emphasize something
that Listallion talks about.
Okay, these 50 prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
This is just the beginning.
Speaker 2 (07:40):
It is.
It's like planting seeds.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
You mean like we can come up with our own prompts
based on what resonates with us.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
Exactly Meta-creativity.
Speaker 1 (07:48):
I love it.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
And you can use them in more ways than writing.
Imagine that hidden door promptas a painting, whoa or the
superhero one as inspiration fora song.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay, my mind is blown, so it's not just writing,
it's about thinking creatively.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
Now you're getting it , and you can apply this to any
area of your life.
Really, oh yeah, think about aproblem at work Instead of
getting bogged down, reframe itas a creative challenge.
Okay, what would this projectlook like if it were a piece of
music?
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Interesting.
You see, so we're using theseprompts as mental springboards
to jumpstart new thinking.
Speaker 2 (08:27):
Precisely, you're training your brain to be more
creative, more innovative.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
I'm starting to see the possibilities and I'm
curious for you listening outthere.
What are some areas where youstruggle with creativity?
Speaker 2 (08:38):
Yeah, let us know in the comments.
Speaker 1 (08:40):
Yeah, let's brainstorm some prompts together
.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
We're all in this together.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
We are.
Speaker 2 (08:43):
And remember, there's no right or wrong way to
approach these problems.
Just be curious, yeah,experiment and have fun.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Because, at the end of the day, creativity is all
about embracing the unknown.
Speaker 2 (08:53):
And discovering the beauty within each of us.
That's beautiful, but before weget too philosophical, let's
move on to our final category,shall we?
Speaker 1 (09:01):
Yes, celebrating growth.
Speaker 2 (09:03):
All about recognizing how far you've come and setting
your sights on the future.
Speaker 1 (09:07):
Okay so, celebrating growth.
You've come and setting yoursights on the future.
Okay so, celebrating growth.
This category is all about liketaking stock of where we are on
our creative journey, and thisprompt really jumped out at me
Reflect on your proudestcreative accomplishment.
What inspired it and how did itfeel to complete it?
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Yeah, yeah, it's not about bragging.
It's really about analyzingthat satisfaction.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
Exactly what made it so special?
What can we learn from it?
Speaker 2 (09:31):
It's like reverse engineering your creative
success.
Speaker 1 (09:34):
Love that.
And speaking of those ahamoments, this one's all about
recognizing those breakthroughs.
Think about a time when you hada breakthrough in your creative
process.
What led to that breakthroughand how did it change your
approach?
Speaker 2 (09:46):
Interesting.
Yeah, paying attention to thoseshifts in our thinking.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
When a new idea just clicks.
Speaker 2 (09:52):
Those moments when you see things from a fresh
perspective.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
It's like training yourself to be more open to
inspiration.
Okay, this one's a challenge.
Imagine you are mentoringsomeone younger who is just
starting their creative journey.
What advice would you give them, based on your own experiences?
Speaker 2 (10:09):
Ooh, passing on the wisdom.
Speaker 1 (10:11):
What lessons have you learned along the way?
Speaker 2 (10:13):
It's acknowledging that we all have something to
share.
Speaker 1 (10:16):
Even if we don't feel like experts.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
Right and sometimes explaining it to someone else.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
Helps us understand it better ourselves.
Exactly Okay, last one for thiscategory, and it's all about
keeping that creative fireburning List.
Five creative skills you wantto learn.
What excites you most abouteach one?
Speaker 2 (10:34):
Ooh, I like that.
It's future focus.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
Right, always something new to learn.
Speaker 2 (10:38):
Creativity is a journey, not a destination.
Speaker 1 (10:41):
It really is.
It's like a roadmap for yourcreative adventure.
Speaker 2 (10:44):
Endless possibilities .
Speaker 1 (10:46):
And you know what's interesting?
All these prompts fromexploring our imagination to
celebrating growth.
They're all connected, aren'tthey?
Speaker 2 (10:53):
They are.
It's this ongoing dance betweeninspiration, exploration,
reflection.
Speaker 1 (10:59):
It really is, and that's what makes this deep dive
into the Lestallion's 50prompts so amazing.
It's not just about writing.
It's about self-discovery andcreative empowerment.
Speaker 2 (11:09):
Beautifully said.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
So, as we wrap up this episode, I want to leave
you with a final prompt toponder.
This one comes from our experthere.
It's all about those creativeroadblocks, but with a twist.
Think about one creative blockyou've always had Could be
writing art, anything.
Now how could reframing thatblock as a journal prompt help
you overcome it?
Speaker 2 (11:31):
Hmm, I like that Turning a challenge into a
starting point.
Speaker 1 (11:35):
It's about shifting our perspective, right yeah,
seeing obstacles as invitationsto dig deeper.
Speaker 2 (11:40):
To experiment, to find new ways to express
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
Turn that frustration into fuel.
And even if you don't think ofyourself as a creative person, I
encourage you to try theseprompts.
You might surprise yourself.
Speaker 2 (11:51):
Because creativity is in all of us.
It's a wellspring of potential,and these prompts are just
tools to help you tap into it.
Speaker 1 (11:57):
Absolutely so.
Grab a journal, find a quietspot and let your imagination
run wild.
Be sure to check out theStallion's blog for more prompts
and resources.
You'll find the link in theshow notes.
Until next time, happyjournaling.
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