I conceived the bold and arduous project of arriving at moral perfection. I wished to live without committing any fault at any time; I would conquer all that either natural inclination, custom, or company might lead me into.
— Benjamin Franklin
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Franklin's account of his moral improvement project demonstrates his practical, systematic approach to self-development. The passage shows how to turn vague aspirations ('moral perfection') into concrete practices (a little book with columns). It's a template for any skill-building project.
Honest Self-Report:
'I soon found I had undertaken a task of more difficulty than I had imagined'—Franklin's admission of failure builds credibility and relatability.System Design:
Franklin doesn't just try harder—he creates a tracking system (the little book, columns, marks). This makes abstract goals measurable.Logical Progression:
'Speculative conviction... was not sufficient... contrary habits must be broken'—Franklin builds his case step by step, making his solution feel inevitable.Don't rely on willpower alone. Create systems that make progress visible and make failure immediately apparent.
Chapter 6: Conversational Tone
Write like you talk — relaxed, real, relatable.
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