Nature as Symbolism and Living Mystery
Nature, in its simplest form, has always had a mystifying effect on humans. The untapped value of the sun, air, trees, and water represent the most beautiful aspects of life, captivating in their omnipotence and gentle resilience. It's not uncommon for people to want to make sense of these untamed phenomenons, so references are often made in all aspects of culture, alluding to the aspects of the said phenomenons one way or another. One of Emerson's more renowned pieces, aptly named Nature, focuses on our responsibility to appreciate the wild outdoors so that we can begin to comprehend the omnipotence of God and the value in all existence.
Without the inclusion of Nature as a principle of transcendentalism, those independent and self-sufficient minds would have nothing of any real value to interpret. It makes sense for one who exercises the other tenets to be fascinated in the subjective symbolism of nature, as it represents one of the last frontiers of the human psyche, incapable of being compliant or empathetic, in a way that represents true beauty and chaos.
Without the inclusion of Nature as a principle of transcendentalism, those independent and self-sufficient minds would have nothing of any real value to interpret. It makes sense for one who exercises the other tenets to be fascinated in the subjective symbolism of nature, as it represents one of the last frontiers of the human psyche, incapable of being compliant or empathetic, in a way that represents true beauty and chaos.
"Nature Valley" Granola Bar commercials
This is a clip for the nature valley series about people showing their own "nature valley". Mr. Lagere goes kayaking off the coast of Maine in the Atlantic ocean. This is an account of what it is like when he takes one of these trips. During his trip he explains the purifying aspect that nature has on the soul, mind, and body. He says that the water isn't just rushing past you but going through you as well purifying the soul. This sort of indulgence in the mysterious and captivating represents Lagere's search for serenity and inner peace through surrounding himself in chaos.
By finding solace in Nature, Lagere is able to explore within himself, using the forest and river as a medium for his own interpretations and understandings about life and the world. It is common for people to find peace through exposure to nature, whether it be by going on a hike, owning a pet, or kayaking on the open blue. As granola bars are most commonly targeted towards the more holistic and environmentally exposed crowd, it only makes sense to take the avenue of Natural appeal when it comes to their advertisement methodology.
By finding solace in Nature, Lagere is able to explore within himself, using the forest and river as a medium for his own interpretations and understandings about life and the world. It is common for people to find peace through exposure to nature, whether it be by going on a hike, owning a pet, or kayaking on the open blue. As granola bars are most commonly targeted towards the more holistic and environmentally exposed crowd, it only makes sense to take the avenue of Natural appeal when it comes to their advertisement methodology.
Brother Bear
Brother Bear, directed by Aaron Blaise and Robert Walker in 2003, follows the story of Kenai, a young Inuit warrior who, looking to improve his credibility in the shadow of his successful family line, senselessly kills a bear. He is then transformed by the gods and animal spirits into a bear himself, and is forced to live among the wild animals of the forest, including a rambunctious cub named Koda, until he is finally able to prove himself worthy of being changed back into a human again. Kenai learns to repent for his inconsiderate act against nature, understanding that all actions yield subsequent consequences, and that Nature is to be respected and honored, not used for one's own selfish gain.
Kenai's exodus into the world of Nature reflects the piece Walden by Thoreau, as both main characters in their given stories make a venture into the wilderness in order to find enlightenment. In Kenai's case, however, the journey was involuntarily decided by the gods who perceived him as not having a sufficient amount of respect or appreciation for the beautiful and complex world around him. Such a beautiful world is defined and required by the principles and very foundation of Transcendentalism, as without nature there would be no God, no humans, and no self.
Kenai's exodus into the world of Nature reflects the piece Walden by Thoreau, as both main characters in their given stories make a venture into the wilderness in order to find enlightenment. In Kenai's case, however, the journey was involuntarily decided by the gods who perceived him as not having a sufficient amount of respect or appreciation for the beautiful and complex world around him. Such a beautiful world is defined and required by the principles and very foundation of Transcendentalism, as without nature there would be no God, no humans, and no self.