Prompt: In Chapter 5 of Into the Wild, McCandless is strongly influenced by writers like Jack London, whose stories shape the way he thinks about adventure and wilderness. Has a book, song, musician, or artist ever influenced the way you think about life, goals, or the world around you? Identify the specific book, song, musician, or artist and explain how their ideas or message affected your thinking.

 One artist who has influenced the way I think about life is Bob Dylan. His songs talk a lot about freedom and following your own path, and that made me think about what I really want to do instead of just doing what other people expect. Listening to him makes me feel like it’s okay to be different and to try new things, even if they seem scary. His music reminds me to think for myself and go after my own goals.