She shows she has power by making sure she is heard and by using strong but not harmful words
"That very justification of his life held him fast and prevented his moving forward, and it caused him most torment of all."
Answer:
Brainstorming for a job you may like when you grow up. Maybe have a career along with it like rapping, animating or doing videos. Another milestone would be to have a beautiful husband/wife with adorable kids. Have a nice house, without having to worry about bills much.
Thoreau has a possitive attitude toward the outdoors and believe that all people should return to nature as salvation for them. He believes that cities are bad for us.