I have had many great experiences with nature that have helped shape who I am today. In a world where Western cultures continuously tell us that we must find a purpose in life, I found indigenous cultures’ approach to life much more insightful. They believe that, just like nature, we are alive simply to be present. Just like plants and trees, we do not need a greater purpose; we just need to be there and enjoy the moment. This way of thinking has helped me find inner peace when I felt lost or confused. It has also changed the way I see nature and how I feel about myself; it gave me the…