Hippie movement

The Hippie movement emerged in the 1960s, primarily in the United States, as a countercultural response to mainstream social, political, and economic norms. Hippies valued peace, love, and personal freedom, often protesting against war (notably Vietnam), consumerism, and authority. They embraced alternative lifestyles, experimented with new art, music (like psychedelic rock), and spirituality, and promoted values of community, environmental awareness, and social justice. Their influence helped shape attitudes toward civil rights, environmentalism, and cultural expression, leaving a lasting impact on society’s perspectives on individual freedom and social change.