Before I prepare to write an article, I look at the prompt. Then I take a smoke break, then while I smoke I brainstorm ideas of what to write. When I get an idea I write it down one by one as the ideas come to me. Once I find the perfect place, I start looking at what I came up with and look at the main ideas that I can write more about. Once I choose what I want to write about, I start structuring my article. When I see the best structural solution for my sub-ideas that lead to my main idea, I start writing. Then, when I'm done, I revisit it with another smoke break, which helps me see if I can expand on the ideas I already have. Otherwise I end my paper knowing that it was a great, well-written paper that I put all my thought into and knowing that my professor will love my paper. When I prepare to write an article I make sure my surroundings are clear and not one in sight. I get my pencils sharp, smooth and pointed and my eraser ready to go. The place I choose to write must be perfect otherwise I won't concentrate on my paper, which will prevent me from writing a good article. ...