This photo was taken in 1968 by an astronaut as he orbited the moon.  It’s one of the most famous pictures in history.

Bill Anders wasn’t a professional photographer.  No matter.  His image lives on, and will continue to do so.

It took place in a moment.  It seems to me that there are a lot of those in a life.  What if you … or me … did something stunning, or said something stunning, that changed life on this planet forever?!  Such as singing a song, creating a work of art, writing a poem?  Or …

What if a simple conversation we have with someone sends them on a brand new trajectory in their life?

It is possible.

Thirty-five years ago I gave a talk entitled “Mastery of the Moment”.  I still carry in my wallet the little card I gave to participants.  The word “mastery” doesn’t feel right anymore but “the moment” sure does.

What will I create in the flash of a smile?

What will you?