An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield

Along the way, he shares exhilarating experiences, and challenges, from his 144 days on the ISS, and provides an unforgettable answer to his most-asked question: What's it really like in outer space? Chris shows how this unique education comes into play with dramatic anecdotes about going blind during a spacewalk, getting rid of a live snake while piloting a plane, and docking with space station Mir when laser tracking systems fail at the critical moment. Instead of visualizing victory, astronauts prepare for the worst always sweat the small stuff and do care what others think. In An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, Chris gives us a rare insider's perspective on just what that kind of thinking involves, and how earthbound humans can use it to achieve success and happiness in their lives.Īstronaut training turns popular wisdom about how to be successful on its head. Fulfilling this lifelong dream required intense focus, natural ability and a singular commitment to 'thinking like an astronaut.' In 2013, he served as Commander of the International Space Station orbiting the Earth during a five-month mission.

Now, reading from his first book, Chris takes listeners deep into his years of training and space exploration to show how to make the impossible possible.Ĭhris Hadfield decided to become an astronaut after watching the Apollo moon landing with his family on Stag Island, Ontario, when he was nine years old, and it was impossible for Canadians to be astronauts.

As Commander of the International Space Station, Chris Hadfield captivated the world with stunning photos and commentary from space.

An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield