do.
Hearing their experiences, personally, I think, is powerful.
Have you ever heard of The Overview Effect?
I don't often quote from The Google AI; but this put it well. (My underline)
The Overview Effect is a profound cognitive shift reported by astronauts when viewing Earth from orbit or the moon. It is characterized by an overwhelming sense of awe, a deep connection to humanity, and the sudden realization that national borders and political divisions are entirely artificial and fragile.Coined in 1987 by space philosopher Frank White, this phenomenon highlights several core realizations:
Vanishing Borders: Observers notice that Earth has no visible geopolitical lines or boundaries from space; it appears as a single, unified, and interconnected living system.Fragility of Life: The planet's atmosphere appears as a paper-thin, delicate line protecting all known life from the harsh vacuum of space.
Shift in Identity: Astronauts frequently return home with a broader, "global consciousness," prioritizing environmental protection and worldwide human cooperation over localized concerns.
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Frank White coined this term after interviewing astronauts, and found this a reoccuing experience.
Humans right there in the place (moon, Mars) especially Mars since it'll be a totally new experience will convey these things beyond what our mechanisms will relay.
We had Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring." People also think the photos, and astronauts experiences also increased environmental concerns.
The Association of Spece Explorers
Any astronauts from around the that have flown one orbit above the Karman Line (where Space begins above Earth's atmosphere)
Mission: Promotes international cooperation, space science and engineering education, and environmental awareness.
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