Ruth Ozeki appeals to a sense of community and thoughtfulness. By using the word we multiple times, she incorporates a feeling of togetherness. Ozeki pleads for understanding and patience among individuals, and also acknowledges the rapidly changing world. Her precise word choice and delicate yet passionate tone indicate her sobriety when discussing such urgent environmental matters. All of this, along with her description of human survival and compassion in the modern world, work to appeal to readers on an emotional level.