The implications of "" stem from 's belief that people are responsible for
their own lives and should spend time developing themselves, accepting control of their lives,
and forging their own path rather than following the paths of others.
"Self-Reliance" rejects the idea of institutionalized religion. Emerson
believes that religionlike marriages, arts, and occupationswere chosen by society. It's as if
people have been funneled into those things rather than confidently choosing them as a
reflection of their own beliefs and desires. He believes that nothingincluding religionbrings
peace but one's own self. However, that doesn't mean he thinks religion is inherently bad. He
just thinks that it can stifle self-reliance and encourage a dangerous group mentality that
doesn't make a person figure out their own answers.
Emerson is very clear
that people control the government because the citizens of the country are the ones who give the
government...
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