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Dive deep into your emotions and thoughts with these reflective journal prompts inspired by J.D. Salinger’s "The Catcher in the Rye." Explore themes of authenticity, competition, and self-awareness through questions that challenge you to confront your feelings about phoniness, jealousy, and fame. Whether you are assessing how boredom affects your day or reflecting on moments of anger and frustration, these prompts encourage thoughtful insight into your personal experiences. Perfect for fans of the novel or anyone seeking self-discovery.
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Catcher in the Rye Journal Prompts
Phonies • What phony or fake thing do people do that really bothers you?
Life as a Game • Do you think life is a game? Should one play by the rules? Why or why not?
Boredom • What percentage of the day are you bored? What bores you? Why are you bored?
Crazy • Have you ever “gone crazy” and completely destroyed something or yelled at someone? What was the situation?
Jealousy • Describe a time when you were incredibly jealous of someone. Did you do anything about it?
Liar Liar Pants on Fire • Have you ever lied just for the fun of it? Explain the situation.
Fame • Would you want to be famous? Why or why not? How would you like to become famous?
Conceited • Describe someone who is really conceited. What makes him/her conceited? Do you like him/her? What is the difference between pride and being conceited?
Cheater • Describe a time when you have been cheated or have seen someone cheated. Do you think the “cheater” ever got his punishment?
Stuck in a Moment • Do you ever get “caught up” in a cycle or pattern of thought? How do you get “unstuck”?