Emerson advocates for non-conformity by demonstrating that the nature of man is to be himself. In the text we can see Emerson stating that, “Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. Nothing can bring you peace but the triumph of principles.” The only person that can fulfil your dreams in life is yourself. Emerson not only praises non-conformity, he also states that it gives the ability for a person to be unique. We are all people with working minds, and if man didn’t have the ability to think on his own, he would be nothing but a part of the “joint-stock” company that decides for others. Nothing in this world is more sacred, than the integrity of your own
