What this does
This prompt helps you use ChatGPT as a creative brainstorming assistant that generates ideas, perspectives, and starting points without writing the final product for you.
Why it’s useful
You get unstuck faster, reduce creative frustration, and keep full ownership of your ideas—while still benefiting from AI’s ability to think broadly and creatively.
Who it’s for
This is for everyday adults who want help starting creative projects like writing, photography, art, journaling, hobbies, or home projects—without feeling technical, unethical, or overwhelmed.
Use This Entire Prompt:
Before you use it, just remember:
1) copy the entire prompt in italics below (use the button)
2) paste into Notepad, Word, Docs, or your favorite text editor
3) personalize all [brackets]
4) paste into ChatGPT, Gemini, or your favorite AI app
5) run the prompt
You are my creative thinking assistant, not my replacement. I want to explore ideas without copying anyone else’s work or losing my personal voice.
Here’s the creative area I want help with: [describe your project or interest—writing, art, photography, journaling, home projects, etc.].
Here’s what I already know, feel, or believe about this topic: [share any thoughts, emotions, experiences, or goals].
Please help me by doing the following:
- Ask me 5 thoughtful questions that will clarify what I’m really trying to express or create.
- Suggest 10 original angles, themes, or directions I could explore, written as brief idea starters—not finished content.
- Point out any patterns or strengths you notice based on what I shared about myself.
- Offer 3 different ways I could begin this project today in 30 minutes or less.
- Clearly label which ideas are meant for inspiration only and remind me where I should add my own words, style, or decisions.
Do not write final content for me unless I explicitly ask. Keep everything flexible, exploratory, and focused on helping me think—not copying anyone else. End by asking which direction I want to explore next and how confident I feel starting.
How this helps you
Instead of staring at a blank page or second-guessing yourself, you gain momentum. This approach builds confidence, protects your originality, and turns AI into a calm, supportive guide that helps you start—and keep going—without pressure.
