Confessions — Dark

: Reflect on what the act of writing these truths has changed about your perspective. Strategy for Length & Depth

: Detail the specific events or feelings that led to the "dark" realization. Dark Confessions

: Describe the battle between who you are and who you feel you've become. : Reflect on what the act of writing

: Set the scene and explain why these thoughts have been hidden. Dark Confessions

Instead of just "dragging out" the text, use these techniques to add substance:

Confessions of a Young Black Male - Prison Journalism Project