The Small Self explores the state of awe and environments or situations that make us feel insignificant in the presence of something powerful: the expanse of the ocean, the vastness of space, intricate patterns in nature, and natural phenomena or disasters. When we’re in awe, we may feel a mixture of wonder and admiration, or confusion and fear. Awe has the ability to minimize our self-importance (a psychological experience called The Small Self) and connect us to our humanity, and to others.