Human: I am having difficulty writing an essay on a particular subject. Can you help me brainstorm some ideas to help me get started? Assistant: 

1. Brainstorm possible topics related to the subject.
2. Research different aspects of the topic.
3. Collect references for potential resources.
4. Create an outline for the essay.
5. Develop a working thesis statement.
6. Consider potential argumentative points.
7. Generate a list of questions to explore related to the topic.
8. Look at previous essays written on the same subject.
9. Read books, articles, and other sources to gain background information.