Writing Prompts

Writing Prompt: Someone Else’s Shoes

Think of a loved one in your life who is going through a difficult time. Now close your eyes, and imagine that person’s favorite shoes. What do they look like? Feel like?

You put the shoes on, and as soon as you do, you transform into that person. You are now in their life, facing their struggles. You look in the mirror and see their face, not yours. You feel their aches and pains, think their thoughts, see the world through their lens. In what ways did your identity change? Your beliefs? Your passions? Your needs? Your past?

Now remove the shoes and write about your experience. What was it like? What did you learn about yourself and your loved one? How can you better empathize and support your loved one in their time of need?

2 thoughts on “Writing Prompt: Someone Else’s Shoes”

  1. I am happy, with my relationship and my life. I have a job, I spend my evenings with my partner, and watching television. My life is good. What is there to complain about?
    Oh. A text message from my daughter.
    I relax into my good old house slippers. She’s in my past. I’ve moved on. She’s—
    This TV show is hilarious!

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