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Old 12-24-2006, 12:33 PM   #10 (permalink)
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I've noticed that particularly difficult topics can be written about easier when you break them into separate sub-topics and sections.

For instance, differentiate between "What is right?" and "Why should we do what is right?" The former is a question of morality; the latter is a question of ethics. Break perfection out into its own, dedicated section.

This website may be useful for you: Six Domains of the Polynomic System of Value Careful, it's not a terribly easy read, but most of the stuff on that website is incredibly informative, if difficult.

Keep in mind the goal of a post. Rants, ramblings, ravings... these are fine if you're not trying to make a point. If you want to make a point, study Aristotle's Rhetoric. Draw up your argument syllogistically: state premises, show that they're true, then draw a conclusion. When you have a purpose in mind, it can focus your writing astonishingly.
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