The journey of writing a thesis or dissertation is a marathon, not a sprint. One of the most formidable hurdles, right after the extensive research phase, is structuring that wealth of information into a coherent, compelling argument. Staring at a blank page, knowing you have chapters upon chapters to fill, can induce a unique kind of academic paralysis. How do you organize years of work into a logical flow that will satisfy your committee and contribute meaningfully to your field?