25 Queer Writing Prompts

25 Queer Writing Prompts

Here are 25 queer writing prompts to consider implementing into your journaling or daily reflections. You can use these prompts for inspiration for similar themes or questions to answer, or go down the list. Some of these questions are a bit provocative, and are aimed to explore some parts of you that may be uncomfortable. This is meant to strengthen your identity, self-trust, and self-acceptance. 

 

Getting real and personal with yourself can produce a number of reactions. Maybe these questions get you feeling excited, affirmed, and even more in love with yourself and who you are becoming. Some questions may trigger distressing memories, moments of shame, or even trauma. Be mindful of your limits when exploring difficult topics,  

 

These queer writing prompts were written with the intention of further exploration, reflection, affirmation, and manifestations. No AI was used to come up with these questions, just humans wanting to provide you with something (hopefully) useful. Feel free to reach out to us with any feedback, or if you’d like to see more writing prompts like this.

 

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Exploring or Reflecting on Your Gender Identity

1. What or who truly validates my gender identity? What or who tends to invalidate my gender identity?
2. What is it about my gender identity that I am most proud of? What is it about my gender identity that I feel shame or embarrassment?
3. Think about someone in your life that does not understand, or seek to understand, your gender identity. What do you wish they knew about what your identity does for you?
4. What has been the most challenging aspect of my gender identity journey? What has been the most rewarding?
5. List personal characteristics about yourself or future plans you have for yourself that affirm your identity. Take time to appreciate who you are and what makes you, you!

 

Our Simi Valley therapists are passionate about working with individuals navigating their gender journey. We offer LGBTQIA+ therapy in Simi Valley, Ca. Be sure to reach our blog on What is LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy?

 

Exploring or Reflecting on Your Sexuality 

1. Does my sexuality feel fluid or set in stone, and how do I know this?
2. Do I have desires for exploring my sexuality further, and what would that look like?
3. Is there a part of me that feels ashamed about my sexuality? If so, where do I think that stems from? 
4. Do I have a “type?” Do I have several? Do I have none? Who am I attracted to and why? If I don’t experience sexual or romantic attraction, what kind of person do I tend to naturally gravitate towards?
5. What are things I like, and want to do more of in my intimate life?

 

If you’re looking for a space to process or discuss your sexuality, look no further than New Leaf. Make sure to check out another one of our blogs, How Can LGBTQIA+ Therapy Help?

 

Engaging in Self-Affirming Work 

1. What about me or my lifestyle currently affirms my identity or sexuality? 
2. What are signs that I truly care about myself and my well-being right now? Are there any areas that need some extra love, care, or acceptance? If so, why is it hard to give myself that? 
3. What part of your identity brings you great pride?
4. What does “queer joy” look like in your life right now?
5. If you could throw a celebration to honor how far you have come, what would it feature?

 

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Future Manifestations

1. What kind of community do I want to surround myself with? Who are they, what do they do, what would we do together?
2. What kind of friend, partner, family member, colleague, or community member do I want to be? Do I currently feel aligned with that vision?
3. What does my future living situation look like? What furniture do I have, where do I live, what kind of place am I living in, am I alone or with friends, do I have pets/nature in my space, what climate do I live in, what’s nearby me that I enjoy, etc?
4. Write a day-in-the-life of you executing your true passion. From the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep, describe your day in detail. Who do you interact with, what are you doing, who are you?
5. What new hobbies, activities, or healthy habits can I pick up that I think might contribute to my wellbeing? How would I start them? What would I need to keep returning back to them?

 

Looking for more queer writing prompts? We have another blog called 30 LGBTQIA+ Journal Prompts, linked here. Our Simi Valley therapists offer individual, teen, couples, and family counseling in-person or virtual!

 

Some Additional Challenging Questions

1. Is there anyone that has hurt me after learning about my gender identity/sexual orientation? What do I want them to know about me?
2. Am I fully out, only out to a few people, or not out at all? How does that make me feel? What may be holding me back, or inspiring me to take steps towards coming out? Do I want to come out, why or why not?
3. What am I most afraid of when meeting someone new? Is it how I will be perceived, is it them not understanding or being affirming?
4. Am I harboring any internalized homophobia? Where do I think this comes from?
5. Are there spaces where I feel like I have to “tone down”? How does this make me feel?

 

We hope these writing prompts inspire you to journal and reflect upon your daily experiences. Writing is cathartic and deeply personal. Feel free to answer questions, keep them for future reflection, or throw away/delete them after completion. We are here for you if you want to try out virtual counseling in California. Make sure to read another one of our blogs, Taking Responsibility for Your Mental Health. 

 

In times like these, it’s more important than ever to empower and advocate for our LGBTQIA+ friends, family, neighbors, strangers, loved ones, etc. 

 

In-person therapy in Simi Valley is ideal for those seeking a separate, safe space from their home. Check out our blog on Online Therapy or In Office Therapy to understand what format is best for you. Another great blog to read is ours on if you need Therapy or Medication to address your issues.

 

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