Some say that every change is good and that an idea is immortal. This is only true when the idea works well for the current generation. Because when a certain thought displeases the men in power, they make sure it is forgotten. If you try to think of an example, you will rarely think of something off the top of your head. Many great concepts like Marks' original "Capitalism" have been perverted and shown in the wrong colors. But the one school of thought that is particularly relevant today is transcendentalism. The principles of transcendentalism are mostly known through the art created by American writers (and many others), such as Thoreau, Emerson, or through films, such as "Dead Poet Society". The idea of ​​self-reliance, disconnection from society, and the importance of the spiritual over the material are values ​​that humanity should move away from transcendentalism and adopt in the modern era. Modern society is in the most perverse and ignorant phase it has ever been. The integration of some transcendental concepts would definitely benefit modern people. First of all, the most relevant and important concept: “Have faith in yourself”. Emerson, the author of the quote, is implying that the only person you can truly rely on is you. It is your personal skills and abilities that guide you in life. Furthermore, Emerson believes that the “calling of your heart” is actually the program designed for you by the divine, and following that calling is the purpose your life serves. How is this relevant to today, you may ask? In a surprising variety of things. First of all, today we have the mass media, which can manipulate the opinions of a multitude of people. This goes against Emerson's beliefs, because an opinion that is imposed on you is not part of your path. If for...... middle of paper ......Our lives are lived in the concrete jungle of the big cities, our work, rest and free time are spent in front of the computer screen, and the brief moments away from landline technology, we spend exploring social networks on the phone. People treat nature as an attraction that you visit from time to time, or even as a threat that is not good for a person. The key part is: nature is there to help you and teach you a lesson in sustainability, variety of shapes and colors. It's up to you to listen and, more importantly, hear the message. Transcendentalists introduced ideas such as self-reliance, taking control of one's thoughts and feelings, following the call of one's heart, and restoring people's connection with nature. I have definitely learned from authors like Emerson and Thoreau, and I believe that their thinking must be reincarnated in modern society for the good of the people.