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Summary of An Astronaut's Guide To Life on Earth 

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Have you ever wondered what it feels like to go to space? Do you ever think about what it takes to be an astronaut? Detailed in this tidbit of Chris Hadfield's "An Astronaut's Guide To Life on Earth" are guides and roadmaps to help you achieve clarity on what it means to be an astronaut or a pilot. Chris Hadfield, OC OOnt MSC CD, is a retired Canadian engineer, astronaut, and an ex-Royal Canadian Airforce fighter pilot. He is the first Canadian to ever walk in space. Chris Hadfield’s works have been adopted by a lot of hopefuls who want to fly into space someday. In this tidbit, the questions about space flights are explained in simple terms. The information contained in this read is ideal for anyone who’s genuinely interested in the life of astronauts. “Decide in your heart of hearts what really excites and challenges you, and start moving your life in that direction” ~ Chris Hadfield

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  • What is An Astronaut's Guide To Life on Earth about?
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Becoming an astronaut is not easy, and there's no margin for error when you become one

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Space flight is an experience that brings mixed feelings and emotions, especially among first–timers. Like Chris Hadfield, the first Canadian to walk in space, described — it was an experience that gave him enthusiasm and fear. Going to the launchpad had given him a vague apprehension, and he had thought about everything that could go wrong with the launch. On getting to space, however, he felt relaxed and went about his work with a massive smile on his face.
An astronaut is someone whose work is more than just traveling into space; it means being able to process information quickly, while also making quick decisions.
In a lot of cases, an astronaut has to work with incomplete information. The consequences of their actions based on this information is essential to their survival and that of the whole team.

Astronauts are like public servants. They are tasked with doing something difficult on behalf of their country. It involves years of continuous and strenuous training to be prepared for their flight into space. According to Chris Hadfield, constant flights into space are one of the ways to improve an astronaut's experience. On his third flight into space, Chris Hadfield had already become one of the most senior officers.

This summary examined the life of astronauts, with special attention paid to their rigorous exercises and training. In this tidbit, you’ll learn more about space flights and what it takes to be an astronaut.
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An astronaut’s first trip is a stepping stone into a world of vast experiences and better decisions

For an astronaut, there is no such thing as too much information. As an astronaut, you should constantly be open to learning, regardless of how skilled or experienced you are, since there is always a test. Being an astronaut is a difficult job that requires years of intensive preparation. You're always working on exams and drills in a variety of topics and areas.
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Fear arises as a consequence of not knowing what to anticipate and feeling powerless in the face of whatever may occur

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An astronaut should pay attention to every detail to reduce the risk of avoidable mistakes

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Teamwork is the closest guarantee you have to survival and success

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Understanding roles, and knowing when to switch personalities goes a long way in determining an astronaut’s success

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Getting used to life off earth is a challenging experience for astronauts

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