I think transcendentalism means something different to every person; it is not a term that can have one concrete definition. My definition of transcendentalism is going to be unique to my beliefs and values and will differ from everyone else. To me, transcendentalism is going against the social norm, and standing up for something that is important to the individual.
I am, in a sense, envious of transcendentalists. They have the confidence and will to stand up against the masses, for what the believe. It really only takes one person to start a movement, and if no one ever stands up, then there will never be change.
I do not consider myself a transcendentalist. I am more passive and try to avoid confrontation. I think it takes a special person to stand against popular opinion, especially if they are standing alone.
I think that transcendentalism is a good thing. One person can really start a movement for change, and without people who will take those first steps, progress would never happen. They have to accept the risks of standing up for what they believe, and it can come with some very steep ones. When a population is used to something, there can be some resistance to change.
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