I have experienced a tiny, instant spark, almost within a fraction of moment- nano – (like many of you, I’m sure)—yet it carries immense satisfaction and joy in a human being—something I call a nano-feeling.

What is a nano-feeling? It is a fleeting moment that arises when we achieve something significant—often unseen but deeply powerful—where your joy is born from another’s achievement, in which you played a role.

A brief example: After four decades in classrooms, my greatest joy lies in nano-feelings. In 1986, a quiet student sat in my class. In 2013, as I moderated an international workshop, I saw her leading a group—transformed. From a distance, a nano-feeling surged—a priceless joy, seeing a student thrive, knowing I had a part in her journey.

How do we cultivate nano-feelings for greater good? We can harness them in schools, workplaces, and organizations. By recognizing these small, powerful sparks, we boost motivation, inspire innovation, and enrich every journey—lifting the entire institution’s impact.