Thinking of creating a journal but don’t know where to start? That’s why we created this list of 100+ journal prompts for teenagers, to help you get going, and love journaling as much as I do.
Being a teenager can be FRUSTRATING, to say the least. You’re no longer a child, but you seem to be the only one who knows it. At times, all you want is a bit of freedom and independence, but it can be hard to come by, as some people will still treat you like you’re 7 years old.
On top of that, there are a lot of decisions to be made, and things to prepare for, like whether you want to go to college, and what kind of job you might like to have in the future, to really add weight to your mind.
Sprinkle a little pinch of gossip and judgment on there, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for confusion.
These prompts will help you brain dump into your journal and let you spill your thoughts and feelings, both good and bad, to clear your mind and relax you.
Journaling has amazing benefits, from reducing stress to improving your mood, as well as improving communication skills and increasing the likelihood of achieving your goals.
Plus it’s a private place where you can air your thoughts, without needing to get anyone else involved.
Sometimes a difficult situation will arise and you might have a tough time figuring out what to do. While having a friend or family member there to give you a helping hand with your solution is often just what you need, other times simply writing about the problem will provide clarity and a new perspective.
Journaling isn’t just for negative emotions and circumstances. If something amazing happens, it’s a great idea to document it. Journaling helps you to be more grateful for what you do have by simply taking a moment to pause and reflect on the good things that have been happening for you.
These journal prompts for teenagers cover a wide range of topics, from prompts about school to fun prompts, relationships, fantasy, and more, so we’re pretty confident you’ll find something to write about.
How To Use Journal Prompts For Teenagers
Don’t be overwhelmed by the fact there are 100+ writing prompts for teenagers on this list. There’s no need to answer all of them at once, or even at all.
We’ve covered many journal topics for teens in our list so you can pick out a couple of your favorite ones every day to answer.
We recommend that you bookmark this page so that you can revisit it anytime you’re lacking inspiration and your journal is looking blank.
Set aside a chunk of time every day to sit down and journal. It doesn’t need to be long. You’re probably pretty busy with school, friends, and hobbies, but dedicating just 10-20 minutes a day to writing down your thoughts will enable you to see the benefits that journaling brings.
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Let’s get down to it.
Inspiring Writing Prompts For Teenagers
Here are 100+ journal prompts for teenagers to inspire you.
- What is the best compliment someone has ever given you?
- When you become a parent, what will you do differently from your parents?
- What do you think your life will be like in 10 years?
- Who is your favorite teacher and why?
- If you could time travel to any era and place, where would you go?
- Who is someone you look up to?
- What is a tradition that your family does that you love?
- Are there any dreams you have that your parents don’t support?
- Describe your best ever birthday?
- When you’ve had a rough day, what is your favorite thing to do?
- What brings you joy?
- If you were able to, would you get a tattoo, and if so, what of?
- If you won $1,000,000, how would you spend it?
- Where is your favorite place to hang out with your friends?
- What memory makes you feel embarrassed?
- If you could live in the fictional world of any series, be it in books or TV, which one would you choose and why?
- Describe your perfect day.
- When was the last time you tried something new?
- What do you do to feel more positive after a bad day?
- Do you prefer working alone or in a group?
- What do you look forward to after school?
- Is there anything currently bothering you?
- What job do you think you’d be great at?
- How could your relationship with your parents/siblings be improved?
- What do other people like about you?
- Have you ever faced a bully?
- If you could choose to be one age forever, what age would you choose?
- What do you think the purpose of life is?
- Who do you wish you had a better relationship with?
- Are there any song lyrics that really resonate with you? Explain why.
- What is one thing your parents do that makes you feel loved?
- What is your favorite video game?
- Have you ever stood up for a friend?
- You have to talk about one topic, live on TV for an hour. What would you talk about?
- What is your favorite book and why?
- What are the biggest issues that teenagers face?
- Have you ever felt pushed out?
- Do you think Instagram filters are good or bad?
- When have you felt like the best ever version of yourself?
- What do you do to unwind after a busy day?
- If you could solve one problem in the world, what would it be?
- What is the best life lesson you’ve learned to date?
- What do you think older generations could benefit from learning from teenagers?
- What traits do you love about your best friend?
- Describe your favorite vacation you’ve been on.
- Do you act differently on social media?
- Do you believe in God? Why, or why not?
- What is the nicest thing anyone has ever done for you?
- What is one thing you’ve learned at school that you think will be useless for the rest of your life?
- What is your favorite social media platform?
- What brings you pride?
- Do you like your name? If you could change it, would you?
- Who is your longest-standing friend?
- Write a letter to your future self.
- Do you think being an adult seems fun?
- When do you feel the happiest?
- What is your dream job, and how can you take steps to get there?
- Which subject at school do you find the hardest?
- If you could relive any memory, which one would you choose?
- What is your favorite subject?
- How would you like others to see you?
- What worries you the most?
- Describe yourself in five words.
- Are you a rule-follower or a rule-breaker?
- Which relative do you enjoy spending time with the most?
- What are your dreams and aspirations?
- Are you looking forward to leaving school?
- Do you think you’re addicted to your phone?
- What will you miss most about school?
- What is your favorite meal, and can you cook it?
- What do you like the most about your physical appearance?
- What is your favorite movie?
- What is your most-loved possession?
- What new skills would you like to learn?
- If you had to spend a year on a desert island, who would you take with you?
- If your house was on fire, what item would you rub in to grab?
- How important is your pet to you?
- Do you prefer people or animals?
- What famous person would you love to be friends with?
- If there were only 24 hours left in the world, what would you do?
- What outfit makes you feel great?
- When do you feel the most like yourself?
- Would you like to learn a new language?
- Is there a subject you think schools should stop teaching?
- Is there a subject that schools should start teaching?
- Write down the best thing that happened this week.
- Which teacher inspires you?
- What did you dream about last night?
- What is your biggest fear?
- What was the funniest thing that happened this week?
- What is your favorite childhood memory?
- Write down 10 things you’re grateful for.
- If you could spend a day with one of your ancestors, who would you choose and why?
- What is the best gift you’ve ever received?
- What traits do you have that you’ve inherited from your mom and dad?
- Are there any teachers you dislike?
- What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
- What is your favorite color and why?
- Do your parents trust you?
- Do you want to get married in the future?
- Describe your dream life.
- Are there any personality traits you’d like to work on?
Final Thoughts On Journaling For Teenagers
Journaling is an excellent habit for people of all ages, which is why it’s a great habit to start while you’re a teenager.
Journaling from a young age will help you in so many ways, including improving your mindset to help you develop into a positive and self-confident adult, which will put you miles ahead of the people around you who either don’t journal or start journaling later on in life.
Another excellent reason to start journaling is that it forces you to sit down, relax, and focus on one task for a few minutes in your hectic life.
All in all, journaling is the ultimate self-care and you’ll be glad you started it, so share this post with friends that you think would benefit too.