IntroductionDuring the 1960s, a revolution and change in the lifestyle of young Americans occurred that quickly spread throughout the world. It was situated around the ideals of freedom, peace, love, living your life happily and the way you want rather than conforming to the ideals of others. Some might say that this significant cultural shift has shaped the way some generations think and feel about life today, however, it could also be argued that hippie beliefs and lifestyle are not realistic, nor acceptable in the world we live in . nowadays.The definition of Hippy is: 'An unconventional-looking person, typically long-haired, wearing beads, associated with a subculture involving the rejection of conventional values ​​and the taking of hallucinogenic drugs' (Oxford University Press, 2014). In this essay I will talk about what influences and events led to this significant cultural shift and the thoughts and beliefs of the Hippies and whether or not the ideal is socially acceptable or even still around today. The Beginnings The word "Hippy" evolved from the word "Hipster" which was used to describe beatniks who had moved to New York following the beat generation's literacy movement which promoted nonconformist ideals, alternative forms of sexuality and the rejection of materialism. (Mortal Journey, 2014). The phenomenon "The Hippy" was born in the 1960s by young people, the teenagers of the baby boom generation. They were generally white, middle-class teenagers between the ages of 16 and 26, tired of conforming and the restrictions placed on them by society and their parents. Born from a post-war era of austerity and rationing, they grew up with very few papers... they don't abandon their studies, they work, they have responsibilities'' Unlike the hippies of previous generations, today's hippies know that to live that style of life must find the means to do so' (Lia Armstrong, 2014). Conclusion In conclusion it is evident that in today's world being a true hippie is not considered socially acceptable by most people and some hippie ideals have not survived. However, the hippie legacy and its influence can still be seen and felt in everything from the popularity of summer music festivals to the ongoing interest in organic foods, but also when it comes to social and political issues such as equality – for anyone and everyone. it is important to take some ideals that the hippies lived by and rework them into our lives, such as always being yourself, standing up for what you believe in and living in peace and love.