We Are Not Machines Exploring

The Cool Things About Space Is When You Put Your Pants On Here, You Can Put Them On Two Legs At A Time.

I've Had A Chance To Fly A Lot Of Different Airplanes, But It Was Nothing Like The Shuttle Ride.

In My Experience, Fear Comes From Not Knowing What To Expect And Not Feeling You Have Any Control Over What’s About To Happen. When You Feel Helpless, You’re Far More Afraid Than You Would Be If You Knew The Facts.

People Tend To Think Astronauts Have The Courage Of A Superhero - Or Maybe The Emotional Range Of A Robot. But In Order To Stay Calm In A High-stress, High-stakes Situation, All You Really Need Is Knowledge. Sure, You Might Still Feel A Little Nervous Or Stressed Or Hyper-alert. But What You Won't Feel Is Terrified.

Good Leadership Means Leading The Way, Not Hectoring Other People To Do Things Your Way.