These Breathtaking Photos Remind Us Exactly Why We Want To Fight So Hard Against Climate Change

When we talk about climate change, it's easy to get caught up in the politics and economic arguments and lose sight of what it is we're really fighting for. That's why we asked our followers on Instagram to show us one thing in nature for which they were thankful this holiday season -- and nothing could have better captured what the fight is really about.

From jade-streaked night skies that take our breath away to an ancient canyon colossus that makes us feel profoundly small -- everything we love about our world can continue to thrive when we take action against climate change. So we'd like to take a moment to appreciate the natural beauty that's all around us and remember what we can preserve by making sustainable everyday decisions.

Here are 15 of our favorite posts to inspire you. Check out #GenerationChange on Instagram to see them all.

The Dark Sky of New Zealand. #passionpassport • #exploremore

A photo posted by Peter Quayle (@pbquayle) on Nov 11, 2014 at 12:24pm PST

#NowThisIsFall #ThisIsFall #MtTammany #DelawareWaterGap

A photo posted by Mike (@zuc31) on Oct 10, 2014 at 12:05pm PDT

Reflections with @chriskritzinger in #PortElizabeth. Pop in to the Donkin Downhill Race later if you're in town. Come say hi. Checkout @igersportelizabeth for more details. #spotthegprocket #nx30 #puddlegram #meetsouthafrica @meetsouthafrica

A photo posted by Gareth Pon (@garethpon) on Nov 11, 2014 at 11:20pm PST

#greenland never disappoints #fromtheplane #flyover

A photo posted by Tyler Boss (@tboss2013) on Jun 6, 2014 at 11:58pm PDT

Ripples of repetition Whitehaven Beach • Queensland • Australia

A photo posted by @lovecovetdream on May 5, 2014 at 5:23am PDT

After getting out of work early yesterday, I decided to head over to Vermont and do some exploring. A huge thanks to @bengrunow for showing me around, it was amazing!

A photo posted by Jon Secord (@jsecordphoto) on Oct 10, 2014 at 4:14pm PDT

One day, this is going to be my backyard view

A photo posted by Hannah Bermudez (@hannahbearmudez) on Nov 11, 2014 at 11:13pm PST

Throwback to that #Utah 2009 trip w/Jess & Dean. If you look closely you can see them in this photo from #BryceCanyon #NationalPark #gocamp #gohike

A photo posted by Chris Graham (@chrisgraham101) on Nov 11, 2014 at 4:53pm PST

If you've been fortunate enough to visit Yosemite National Park, you know how important the work of the @USInterior Department is. Two years ago, I experienced this amazing place and I've been dreaming of returning ever since. I don't have a return trip planned just yet but you better believe the mountains are calling... Thanks to the folks at @usinterior for all you do to celebrate and preserve our national treasures. #GramsForGood #tbt

A photo posted by Brian Kaiser (@brianmkaiser) on Nov 11, 2014 at 5:35pm PST

I'm thankful for Ireland. This is the Burren @huffingtonpost #GenerationChange #thanksgiving #ireland #burren

A photo posted by Barry Butler Photography (@barrybutler9) on Nov 11, 2014 at 9:05am PST

This is my favorite photo I took in Iceland. On my last night it was snowing, freezing, and cloudy. For some reason we decided to go back to the lighthouse one more time incase the northern lights came out, and sure enough as soon as we got there it cleared up and we saw the best show ever that lasted for several hours until I got dropped off at the bus station to fly to Switzerland. #sorryfortraveling #sorryforcamping

A photo posted by Eric Bennett (@bennettfilm) on Nov 11, 2014 at 8:26pm PST

One of my most favorite things I've witnessed. #antelopecanyon

A photo posted by @olliealexander on Jun 6, 2013 at 10:53am PDT

And from the midst of cheerless gloom I passed to bright unclouded day.” ― Emily Brontë Gratitude and Appreciation to these Wonderful pages for my recent features!✨ 〰 〰 Thank You! 〰 〰 @ptk_edit @igglobalwomenclub @ig_shutterbugs @fotoartegram @world_great @bns_usa @ptk_love @ir_ig_nature @weekly_feature @tv_illuminate @icu_people And Thank you @tv_illuminate for including Me as a member! Check out these great pages to follow and tag your photos for a chance to be featured!✨

A photo posted by Pam Ryan In Pennsylvania (@paryans5) on Nov 11, 2014 at 4:55am PST

• A KISS FOR THE TROLL WALL Fresh powder snow fall drops on Trollveggen, The Troll Wall, in western Norway. seanenschimages.com facebook.com/seanenschimages ________________________________________

A photo posted by @sean_ensch_images on Sep 9, 2014 at 11:56am PDT

Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful for so much this year...my family, friends, health, and attitude for starters.

A photo posted by Kelly Bullard (@logi_kel) on Nov 11, 2014 at 7:27pm PST

What is one thing in nature you are thankful for? Share a photo on Instagram with #GenerationChange, or submit a blog about why you care able the climate to generation-change@huffingtonpost.com.