Discussion: What is a good life?

In the following section, we will provide you with some ideas to consider, when you discuss what a good life is, using phrases such as on the one hand, on the other hand, for instance, in spite of, these days, therefore, to conclude, in other words.

All of these phrases are connectors in your essay. Here are some examples of how you can use them in your discussion:

Present two opposing arguments or ideas: On the one hand, David felt sorry for Stanley being bullied, but on the other hand, he did not do anything to stop it.

Support an idea by giving an example: David seems to have a good life, but he is lonely. For instance, he does not have a loved person to share his wealth with.

Express contrast between two things: In spite of being considered retarded in high school, Stanley managed to live a normal life as an adult.

We can use “these days” as adverb meaning at present, in comparison with the past: These days bullying also happens on social media platforms.

Introduce a conclusion to an idea or the whole essay: I strongly believe in tolerance. Therefore, I am completely against bullying. To conclude, we can say that Donkey is a very rele...