Moonshots with Peter Diamandis EP #5 Becoming the First Black Female Space Pilot w/ Dr. Sian Proctor
Oct 5, 2022
Dr. Sian Proctor, the first black woman to pilot a spacecraft, is a commercial astronaut and geology professor. She shares her exhilarating experiences as a space pilot, the emotional journey of training, and the transformative views of Earth from space. Dr. Proctor highlights the importance of curiosity and how our purposes evolve throughout life. She discusses overcoming self-doubt and finding inspiration in both STEM and artistic pursuits, while advocating for a united approach to sustainable exploration and environmental awareness.
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Early Space Inspiration
- Dr. Sian Proctor's lifelong connection to space began with her birth on Guam, where her father worked at a NASA tracking station during the Apollo missions.
- Inspired by her father's work and memorabilia, including an autograph from Neil Armstrong, she developed a passion for aviation and space from a young age.
Nurturing Children's Dreams
- Support your children's dreams and avoid telling them something is impossible.
- Encourage their native curiosity and passions, even if unconventional, like Peter Diamandis' dad buying a Rambo knife for young Sian.
Balancing Passions
- Sian Proctor's father encouraged her STEM pursuits, but she also loved theater and acting.
- They compromised, allowing her to pursue her artistic interests alongside her science education, demonstrating the ability to balance multiple passions.
