Question

In emerson's opinion being able to follow one's own mind instead of the public opinion may serve to____________.

Answer 1

Be self reliant

Step-by-step explanation:

The need for a person to avoid conforming to societal consistency rather to follow his own instinct and ideas.

Answer 2

Answer: give one the freedom to discover one's true self, thus attainning true independence.

Step-by-step explanation:

Emerson talks about conformity and consistency as negative virtues that makes a person conforms or remain consistent against the dictates of their own conscience. And he argues that this would affect them from discovering their true self.