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An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth
Book • 2013
In this book, Chris Hadfield recounts his extraordinary career as an astronaut, including his missions to the Mir space station and the International Space Station.
He shares dramatic anecdotes about his experiences, such as going blind during a spacewalk and docking with the Mir space station when laser tracking systems failed.
Hadfield emphasizes the unique mindset and skills developed through astronaut training, such as preparing for the worst, paying attention to details, and considering the opinions of others.
The book is written with humor, humility, and optimism, offering readers insights into how to apply these principles to their own lives and pursue their dreams.
He shares dramatic anecdotes about his experiences, such as going blind during a spacewalk and docking with the Mir space station when laser tracking systems failed.
Hadfield emphasizes the unique mindset and skills developed through astronaut training, such as preparing for the worst, paying attention to details, and considering the opinions of others.
The book is written with humor, humility, and optimism, offering readers insights into how to apply these principles to their own lives and pursue their dreams.
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as the author of the book and a guest on the podcast.


Jordan Harbinger

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408: Chris Hadfield | An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth
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as a book written by Chris Hadfield, a past guest on the podcast.


Dave Stachowiak

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657: How to Increase Team Performance Through Clarity, with David Burkus
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as a down-to-earth guide from a real-life astronaut on how to think, prepare, and act like a professional.


Brian Johnson

An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
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as a book offering inspiration on training for infrequent tasks.

Simon Carley

Ep 266 - Monthly Round Up February 2025 - Skills Fade, Resuscitation Targets and more
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while discussing preparation and contingency planning, referencing Hadfield's book.


Brian Rose

Dan Peña - Your First 100 Million
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; key lessons learned in his career as an astronaut and their applicability to other careers.


Dave Stachowiak

543: Leadership Lessons from NASA, with Dave Williams