https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism Williams 2nd Period en-us 2019-01-29 20:03:41 UTC 2023-02-12 18:15:13 UTC hello@padlet.com hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/325611761 The beautiful song "Hero" by Mariah Carey portrays the theme of transcendentalism by implying that only you are going to be there for yourself 100% of the time, and that you are your own 'hero'. Carey begins the song by singing, "There's a hero if you look inside your heart". She is acknowledging the eternal-self that is present within you. She later sings "If you search within yourself, and that emptiness you felt, will disappear".
Here Carey is exemplifying transcendentalism by further explaining how the eternal-self within you, is all you really need to feel whole.]]> 2019-01-29 20:49:44 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/325611761 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/325635379 This piece of art shows transcendentalism by portraying a woman,as a seed, blossoming into a tree. It exemplifies how we can blossom into something great, just as nature does. Though the woman in this picture is underground, she is beginning to extend her arms and legs into whatever she dreams to become.]]> 2019-01-29 21:56:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/325635379 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/326530938 Thoreau is portraying the ideas of transcendentalism with the thought that the way you view and judge things is what matters, regardless of what it actually is. This ties to the idea of always having a positive attitude towards, and seeing the good in things. In poor situations, you should always try and look at the bright side.]]> 2019-02-01 00:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/326530938 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327133037 Transcendentalist are all about living in the present and taking advantage of whatever lies before you. Emerson is implying to take every opportunity that comes today by saying "launch yourself on every wave". There is no life quite like the one you are living now.]]> 2019-02-04 00:31:05 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327133037 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327133505 In this quote, Emerson is explaining that while you are chasing whatever it is that you want to do, there are going to be people who doubt you and try to get in your way. No matter which path you choose to go down, someone will cast doubt upon you. You will encounter several obstacles while you are trying to get where you want to be. It takes a courageous person to overlook these obstacles and stay on track to what they want to become.]]> 2019-02-04 00:36:06 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327133505 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327134627 Emerson is saying to not follow others, but instead do something different, and to choose your own destiny. He is implying to do something unique, and to create a new path for others to follow. You can not make something of yourself if you are doing the same as everyone around you. ]]> 2019-02-04 00:47:38 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327134627 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327139040 This inspirational song performed by Whitney Houston at the 1998 Olympics, gives an empowering message about reaching the pinnacle of your life. The song, written by Albert Hammond and John Bettis, states, "I want one moment in time; When I'm more than I thought I could be". The song is talking about having a feeling that you are worth more/have accomplished more than you ever thought. The song then expresses, "When all of my dreams are a heartbeat away;
And the answers are all up to me". Houston is assuring that the solutions to all of the problems we face, as an individual and as a whole, are within reach.]]> 2019-02-04 01:24:15 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327139040 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327145921 This inspirational song by Lee Ann Womack encourages you to take advantage of every moment, and to keep striving to make the best of yourself. Womack proclaims, "And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance; I hope you dance". Rather than literally meaning to dance whenever you get the chance, Womack's lyrics have a deeper meaning which is that you should take advantage of the opportunities given to you in life, even if it means stepping out of your comfort zone. She then later claims, "I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance". She is using the "mountains in the distance" as a metaphor for the future. Just as you have to climb a mountain to get to the top, you have to work for whatever it is that you want in life.]]> 2019-02-04 02:21:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327145921 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327147792 This artwork, which is The Mountain Goat's album cover for "Transcendental you", is 3 people flying through the sky while demons are facing them. The demons in the painting depict the challenges and obstacles you will face in your pursuit of happiness. The people in the painting are shown 'shooting for the stars'. The message portrayed in this painting is to keep chasing your dreams, despite the challenges you may face.]]> 2019-02-04 02:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327147792 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327153555 This melted crayon art shows how humans are capable of keeping their eyes open to see new and powerful things and ideas. The vibrant colors in the artwork represent the new things that we are capable of opening our eyes up to. The use and variety of the colors show the importance of nature and how humans can express themselves through nature.]]> 2019-02-04 03:33:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327153555 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327155915 In this podcast, The Minimalist talk about different transcendental ideas such as being materialistic, and greed within our society today. They also discuss how we strive for perfection and let society tell us who we should be, rather than not conforming to the social patterns of the world. They explain that these ideas of being 'perfect' oftentimes lead us to failure.]]> 2019-02-04 03:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327155915 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327158798 In this article, Bess O'Conner discusses the many ways in which we are a part of nature ourselves. She states "Realize that nature is not just something on the outside in your environment, but a part of your very being". Though there is the transcendental idea that we are nature ourselves, the society we live in has masked us into separate beings. ]]> 2019-02-04 04:14:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327158798 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327160486 "Minimalist Living", by Christopher Murray, discuss the advantages of living as a minimalist. The article claims, "For many minimalists, the philosophy is about getting rid of excess stuff and living life based on experiences rather than worldly possessions". Transcendentalism talks a lot about how we loose ourselves in the things we have, when we should be striving to acquire experiences rather than possessions.]]> 2019-02-04 04:30:13 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327160486 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327161708 In her TED Talk, Katrine Kjaer talks about the "inner-voice" or gut feeling we get, known as intuition. She goes into detail about how ignoring our intuition can come with consequences, and gives a few personal examples. Kjaer exclaims, "If you are not honest with yourself about what you really want, it can be hard to find the motivation to succeed". She then explains that you might set your priorities for yourself according to the expectations of society and not according to yourself, which will result in you being discontent with your life.]]> 2019-02-04 04:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327161708 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327163788 Like other transcendentalist, Channing loves nature. His poem portrays the idea that while we are constantly experiencing different emotions and feelings, nature is always consistent. It also claims that nature brings us peace and joy.]]> 2019-02-04 05:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327163788 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327164659 This is a photo of me taking a hike in the woods after a long, stressful week. All week I was getting so caught up in getting my schoolwork done and studying to make good grades, which is something I feel I do more for my parents and teachers rather than myself. Because the weather was so nice out, me and my best friend decided to go explore nature and find a little bit of peace in this chaotic world. Though in this picture we were walking down a path, right after we walked off the path, deeper into the woods, in order to surround ourselves with nothing but nature.]]> 2019-02-04 05:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327164659 hannahfdeshotels https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327165304 This is a picture of the sunset that I took and added a quote to when I was younger. The transcendental idea that lies within the quote is to stop waiting around for the perfect opportunity that is never going to come and instead take advantage of what is already in front of you. The picture of the sunset helps to capture the beauty of nature and its healing powers.]]> 2019-02-04 05:27:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahfdeshotels/Transcendentalism/wish/327165304