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This quote by Henry David Thoreau is the essence of transcendentalism. It shows that nature and the earth are incredible places where we can make amazing things happen. In nature we can do anything and the possibilities are endless.

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In this photo that I took at Santa Rosa Beach, it shows the beauty in the simple things. There is nothing more to this picture than the nature but it has beauty to it. Transcendentalism embraces this idea of simplicity and beauty in nature.

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"What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
"I see trees of green, red roses too
I see them bloom for me and you
And I think to myself what a wonderful world

I see skies of blue and clouds of white
The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night
And I think to myself what a wonderful world"
This song reflects transcendental ideas through showing that you can find joy in the simple things such as nature. Nature can speak to you and if you pay close enough attention, it is very meaningful and special.

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This quote by Emerson embodies the transcendental idea of nonconformity. It is hard to not conform and not do what society tells you to do but once you break free and follow your own path, that is a great accomplishment. You are free and can live a much happier life when you walk to the beat of your own drum.

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This image portrays transcendentalism in a great way. It shows how we are one with nature and nature is an important part of our life. As the person depicted in this picture show nature also keeps us rooted and stable.

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This image shows the transcendental theme of intuition. It is very important to trust your gut and follow your own path in transcendentalism. By doing this, you allow your mind to reach new limits and expand much further than if you relied on someone else for every aspect of your life.

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"It's My Life" by Bon Jovi
"I did it my way
I just want to live while I'm alive
It's my life"
This song and especially these lyrics relate to transcendentalism and especially to the idea of self reliance and minimalist living. I think Bon Jovi tries to tell us in this song to live purposefully and how you want to live. You should not be swayed by what other people want you to do and you do not need much to live a great life.

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This image depicts social protest. An important part of transcendentalism was sticking up for what you believe in and not being swayed by the ways of the world. Thoreau demonstrated protest like this when he did not pay his taxes.

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"Survivor" by Destiny's Child
"Now that you're outta my life, I'm so much better
You thought that I'd be weak without ya, but I'm stronger
You thought that I'd be broke without ya, but I'm richer"
These lyrics sound very similar to something Thoreau would say. It has to do with social disobedience and simplicity. Like when Thoreau lived alone in the woods, these lyrics show that without people and material items you become more free and can live life to its fullest potential.

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In this podcast "On Nonconformity" by Thunk, the author brings about a good point about the transcendental idea of nonconformity. He says that although some conformity in life is okay and necessary, you should not let your thoughts conform. People too often go against their own judgement if they are in a group, for they are being influenced by their peers and this is what people should try not to do, do not conform to those around you and think for yourself!

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Podcast · THUNK · A show about things that tickle your brain.

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In this magazine article "Emerson and the Transcendentalists" from Hinduism Today, the author talks about the great influence many important transcendental figures such as Thoreau, Emerson and Whitman had. They understood life unlike anyone before them.

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In this quote, Emerson talks about simplicity. You can really enjoy the world around you when you do not have so many distractions. It is hard to focus on the beauty of the Earth when your focus is everywhere else. It is important to stop and appreciate what is around you.

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In the newspaper article "Building a 'Natural' Life" the author, David Robinson, reflects on Thoreau and how he understands that the world is unnatural and not being lived like it should be. People live unfulfilling lives and Henry wants to live a natural life and a life full of purpose.

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In this TEDx, Grant Cox talks about the importance of nonconformity. He talks about how you can apply this idea in many aspects of your life. Many new doors can open when you stop thinking traditionally. Transcendental figures such as Thoreau would have agreed and embraced the ideas shared in this TEDx.

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The Power of Non-Conformity: Grant Cox at TEDxHoughton

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This Thoreau quote talks about the transcendental idea of our thoughts. Our own personal thoughts are so important are shape our life. It takes a lot of thoughts and efforts from yourself only to make your life what you want it to be, as Henry is talking about in this quote.

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This poem, "Song of the Open Road" by Walt Whitman talks about many transcendental ideas. He talks about the open road and how life can take you wherever you want to go. There are limitless possibilities in life, even if you have burdens you must carry with you.

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Song of the Open Road, I - Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road,

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This original photo was taken at a national forest in Greeneville, Tennessee while on a hike this past summer. My hiking experience represents transcendental ideas and values because I got out in nature without many material goods. This was a good time to explore nature and see all of the wonderful things that it has to show us.