An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth
By Chris Hadfield
What Going to Space Taught Me About Ingenuity, Determination, and Being Prepared for Anything. Little, Brown and Company, 2013.
Summary of An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth book by Chris Hadfield
A behind-the-scenes account from an astronaut of his personal experiences training and conducting missions in space, as well as practical lessons about humility, resilience, preparedness, and creating an attitude that lets you thrive in any situation.
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What do you get from this book? Find out an astronaut’s perspective on space travel and life back on earth
Because so much of life is out of your control, maintaining a humble attitude is the best approach
A fear of the unknown is best conquered by preparing for the worst and never assuming everything will work perfectly
The mindset necessary for an astronaut to endure rigorous training and learn new skills can benefit everyone
Astronauts are superlatively competent because they have to rely on each other in harrowing situations
Aboard the ISS, astronauts conduct endless experiments, engage and educate people about space, and have fun
Paying attention to minute details and listening to criticism lessens the odds of failure
There are profound emotional elements that astronauts must consider as they experience the reality of space travel
The mission doesn’t end when the astronauts return to earth—recovery and debriefing are extended, important procedures
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Who should read An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth book
- Science enthusiasts
- anyone interested in space travel
- people who want to be self-reliant
About the author of An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth
Chris Hadfield
Colonel Chris Hadfield is a retired Canadian astronaut with two decades of experience, including three space flights and a long-term stint aboard the International Space Station. He supported twenty-five space shuttle missions as NASA’s Chief Capsule Communicator. In his ongoing efforts to educate about space, Hadfield has also released a picture book of Earth taken from space and a children’s book, The Darkest Dark.
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