Think about what the philosopher means. Many philosophical statements are hard to understand. They may involve unfamiliar terms and ideas. Try to explain them in your own words . Talk about examples .
Philosophers often write abstractly.
Be specific by using examples, from your own life, from books or movies, or from your imagination, to illustrate your point. Don't get too personal. It's good to relate ideas to your own life. But keep the focus on the ideas . This is not Dear Abby, and it's not the Mental Health Hotline.