Writing prompts are a great way to tap into your creativity.  Here are the writing prompt rules:
 
1. Time yourself for 5 minutes.
2. Do not pick your pen up off the paper.
3. Do not cross anything out.
4. Aim to keep your hand moving.

Since yesterday was Thanksgiving, I'm going to use a Thanksgiving theme. Think of a problem you have been having in your life and then think of the things you are thankful and grateful for.  Then, start your writing with the following line:

    Even though (insert your problem here), I am thankful that....

If you find yourself focusing on the problem, repeat that sentence.  At the end of five minutes, place the writing prompt in a folder.  Revisit it in a few days.  Use a highlighter.  Highlight interesting passages.  You may find after revisiting this prompt you have something - for a short story, a poem, or a personal essay.  If so, go ahead and complete it!

Happy writing!