The Jordan Harbinger Show

408: Chris Hadfield | An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth

Sep 24, 2020

Chris Hadfield, a retired astronaut and the first Canadian to walk in space, shares fascinating insights from his extraordinary career. He discusses the nuances between aspiration and personal development, emphasizing the importance of small victories over grand expectations. With humor, he reveals the challenges of living in microgravity, including the amusing truth about sneezing in space. Hadfield also addresses the intense imposter syndrome astronauts face, along with the value of teamwork and humility in high-stakes environments. His experiences provide a unique perspective on life, courage, and continuous growth.

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Episode guests

Chris Hadfield

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

How to Be an Astronaut

02:48

The Broad Life of an Astronaut

02:12

Preparing for the Worst: The Importance of Being Ready

02:13

Intro

3min

Life in Microgravity: Challenges and Triumphs

21min

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Challenges in Space

3min

Astronaut Training: Beyond the Launch

23min

The Power of Collaborative Success in Teams

3min

Embracing Humility in Space and Life

16min

Recognizing and Documenting Dangerous Personalities

3min

Chris Hadfield (@Cmdr_Hadfield) is an engineer, former Royal Canadian Air Force fighter pilot, retired astronaut, the first Canadian to walk in space, and author of An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth and The Darkest Dark.

What We Discuss with Chris Hadfield:

The difference between "I want to be" and "I want to turn myself into."
Enjoying small victories along a path of preparation and personal growth vs. grand "make it or break it" expectations.
How intense is imposter syndrome for a newly selected astronaut?
What's the astronaut's (as well as earthling's) best antidote for fear?
What really happens when you sneeze in space?
And much more...

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