Over on Stage 32, writer Maurice Vaughan started a list of themes he uses in his work. Take a look, maybe some will spark with you!

Remember, a theme need not be profound. It’s just a life lesson that a character is confronted with in your story. If they learn their lesson, change for the better, that’s usually a happy ending. If they don’t learn from the theme, it’s a tragedy.

Some sample themes:
– Think before you act
– Don’t give up on those you love
– Put aside your differences
– Let go of the past
– Respect one another

And a favorite of RWW:
– You can’t always get what you want, but sometimes you get what you need.

See more at:
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Theme-List