The question of whether we feel one with nature holds profound and tangible consequences for our world. When we expand our identity to include the natural world, caring for the environment ceases to be an abstract obligation—it becomes an essential expression of who we are.

The world is talking about climate change. Scientists have proven that human activity has warmed our planet to a point where reversing it feels nearly impossible. Yet somehow, despite this overwhelming evidence, we hesitate to act. So, where’s the disconnect and why we don’t care about losing nature — and ourselves