Keeping an anxiety-focused community active can be tough, especially when members feel unsure about sharing. Fill-in-the-blank prompts make it easy for everyone to participate with low-pressure, creative answers. Use these templates to spark quick, meaningful conversations and help your members feel heard.
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Fill-in-the-blank prompts lower the barrier to engagement by making participation simple and fun. Instead of composing long posts, members can respond with a single word or phrase, which feels less intimidating, especially for those experiencing anxiety.
These prompts tap into community interests and shared experiences, building trust and connection in a safe, interactive way. The format also encourages creativity and self-reflection, helping members practice sharing while feeling supported by others who understand their challenges.
When I feel anxious, I like to ____.
💡 Example: "When I feel anxious, I like to listen to music."
My go-to comfort item during stressful times is ____.
💡 Example: "My go-to comfort item during stressful times is my soft blanket."
One thing that helps calm my mind is ____.
💡 Example: "One thing that helps calm my mind is deep breathing."
If I could give my anxious self a message, it would be ____.
💡 Example: "If I could give my anxious self a message, it would be 'You will get through this.'"
The first sign I notice when I am anxious is ____.
💡 Example: "The first sign I notice when I am anxious is my racing heart."
A song that always relaxes me is ____.
💡 Example: "A song that always relaxes me is 'Weightless' by Marconi Union."
When I need to ground myself, I reach for ____.
💡 Example: "When I need to ground myself, I reach for my journal."
The last time I felt proud of myself was when I ____.
💡 Example: "The last time I felt proud of myself was when I went to a party."
A small daily habit that eases my anxiety is ____.
💡 Example: "A small daily habit that eases my anxiety is making tea."
If anxiety had a color, it would be ____.
💡 Example: "If anxiety had a color, it would be gray."
My favorite way to unwind after a stressful day is ____.
💡 Example: "My favorite way to unwind after a stressful day is reading."
A positive affirmation I use is ____.
💡 Example: "A positive affirmation I use is 'I am enough.'"
The last thing that made me smile was ____.
💡 Example: "The last thing that made me smile was my dog."
I feel most at peace when I am ____.
💡 Example: "I feel most at peace when I am gardening."
Anxiety makes me feel like ____.
💡 Example: "Anxiety makes me feel like I am stuck in a storm."
Something I wish others understood about anxiety is ____.
💡 Example: "Something I wish others understood about anxiety is it is not just worrying."
A self-care activity I turn to is ____.
💡 Example: "A self-care activity I turn to is taking a bath."
If I could change one thing about my anxiety, it would be ____.
💡 Example: "If I could change one thing about my anxiety, it would be the overthinking."
When I need support, I usually ____.
💡 Example: "When I need support, I usually talk to a friend."
My favorite grounding technique is ____.
💡 Example: "My favorite grounding technique is the 5-4-3-2-1 method."
I wish I could tell my younger self ____.
💡 Example: "I wish I could tell my younger self it is okay to ask for help."
The best advice I have received for anxiety is ____.
💡 Example: "The best advice I have received for anxiety is to be gentle with myself."
My anxiety feels lighter when I ____.
💡 Example: "My anxiety feels lighter when I go for a walk."
Before bed, I like to ____ to help with anxiety.
💡 Example: "Before bed, I like to meditate to help with anxiety."
One word that describes my anxiety today is ____.
💡 Example: "One word that describes my anxiety today is manageable."
The most helpful resource I have found is ____.
💡 Example: "The most helpful resource I have found is a meditation app."
When I want to distract myself, I ____.
💡 Example: "When I want to distract myself, I paint."
My favorite anxiety quote is ____.
💡 Example: "My favorite anxiety quote is 'This too shall pass.'"
When I need to relax quickly, I ____.
💡 Example: "When I need to relax quickly, I take deep breaths."
One thing I am grateful for today is ____.
💡 Example: "One thing I am grateful for today is my supportive family."
If I had a superpower to help with anxiety, it would be ____.
💡 Example: "If I had a superpower to help with anxiety, it would be instant calm."
When I imagine a safe place, I see ____.
💡 Example: "When I imagine a safe place, I see a cozy cabin in the woods."
The kindest thing I can do for myself today is ____.
💡 Example: "The kindest thing I can do for myself today is rest."
One challenge I overcame recently was ____.
💡 Example: "One challenge I overcame recently was making a phone call."
A movie or show that helps me escape anxiety is ____.
💡 Example: "A movie or show that helps me escape anxiety is Friends."
I feel most supported when ____.
💡 Example: "I feel most supported when someone listens without judging."
A small win I had this week was ____.
💡 Example: "A small win I had this week was getting out of bed early."
When anxiety strikes, my first thought is ____.
💡 Example: "When anxiety strikes, my first thought is here we go again."
I wish I could let go of ____.
💡 Example: "I wish I could let go of perfectionism."
To me, self-care means ____.
💡 Example: "To me, self-care means taking time to rest."
My favorite way to celebrate progress is ____.
💡 Example: "My favorite way to celebrate progress is treating myself to dessert."
To use these templates, simply pick a prompt that fits your community's mood or current discussion and post it as a new thread, story, or group message. Encourage members to fill in the blank with their own thoughts, and consider replying to a few responses to keep the conversation going. Rotate through different types of prompts to maintain interest and reach different member types, from lurkers to frequent posters.
These fill-in-the-blank templates are designed for all platforms. Whether you are posting in a forum, group chat, app, or social media feed, keep your prompt visible and easy to access. Use platform features like pinned posts, stories, or scheduled posts to reach more members and encourage quick replies.
Select prompts that match your community's mood, topics, and comfort level. Rotate between lighter and deeper topics to reach a variety of members.
Aim to use them 1-2 times per week. This keeps engagement high without overwhelming members.
Respond with empathy and remind members of community guidelines. Consider offering additional support or resources if needed.
Absolutely. Adapt the blanks to suit your community’s specific interests or current events.
Start with simple, low-pressure blanks and publicly thank or react to early participants to show support.
Yes. Their short format works well on all devices, making them easy to answer from a phone or tablet.
Yes. These prompts work in group chats, stories, DMs, and public forums. Adjust the context to fit the platform.