Throughout the story, authors have teased their readers with the idea of ​​what the future might bring. Often these stories are filled with new technologies and fascinating theories, but sometimes it's the opposite. In a situation where society has taken a step back, it takes a character to give civilization a boost. In Ayn Rand's short story Anthem, society is doomed to collectivism, where everyone relies on each other to live and learn; but the protagonist, Equality 7-2521, is able to break free from the fear of independence and move toward individualism. Over the course of the story, Equality discovers the freedom he can bring himself. Then he realizes that his mind is the door to truth, not to society. Finally, Equality recognizes itself as different from the rest of the population. These steps toward individualism are perfectly embodied by three quotes that Rand incorporates into his story. The beginning of the story opens with Equality being chastised for being too big and too smart. He noted that “to be free, a man must be free from his brothers” (Rand 101). This quote shows that when society controls him and he relies on everyone else, lack of progress is inevitable. Even the higher powers control their city with aggressive force; the Vocations Council designates Equality as a street sweeper even though he wants to be a scholar. Out of curiosity, he found a tunnel while on duty. He begins to write about himself, even though “it is a sin to think words that no one else should see” (Rand 1). Having no obligations to others allows one to work toward one's own goals, Equality is able to overcome its previous instinct where “all men are one” (Rand 20). With the revelation of himself as being a separate individual ...... middle of paper ...... and being independent from the grips of the old life. In conclusion, Equality 7-2521 is shown to make its journey from a prisoner of collectivism and extreme social dependence to exclusive freedom. Ayn Rand depicts a society that fears change, rebellion and any idea of ​​singularity. Equality first frees himself from the chains of his brothers, allowing him to be an individual. Then he discovers that he, as a person, can judge the truth, while others change the truth the way they want you to understand it. Finally, the reflection of himself in a stream shows Equality that he is not only mentally, but physically different from what appears to be a formless society. Ayn Rand conveys the theme of individualism through the development of the ego of equality. He is able to discover the importance of oneself and help society improve for years to come..