: Organize your body paragraphs to follow the tension from its origin, through its consequences, to a potential (or lack of) resolution. 3. Move Down the "Ladder of Abstraction"
: Look for the "meat" of the issue—a core tension or struggle that drives the narrative or argument.
Deep writing starts with a problem or a question that doesn't have an easy answer.
To put together a "deep" essay, focus on moving beyond surface-level facts to explore the and broader implications of your subject. 1. Establish a Core Tension
: Start with a personal inclination or a feeling you are trying to figure out, rather than just a statement of fact. 2. Build the "Skeleton" Structure