The true poem is the poet's mind.

The Transcendentalist adopts the whole connection of spiritual doctrine. He believes in miracle, in the perpetual openness of thehuman mind to new influx of light and power; he believes in inspiration, and in ecstacy.

Much of the wisdom of the world is not wisdom, and the most illuminated class of men are no doubt superior to literary fame, and are not writers.

If a man carefully examine his thoughts he will be surprised to find how much he lives in the future. His well-being is always ahead. Such a creature is probably immortal.

The true scholar grudges every opportunity of action passed, by, as a loss of power.

O friend, never strike sail to a fear! Come into port greatly, or sail with God the seas.

Allow yourself to trust joy and embrace it. You will find you dance with everything.