Thursday, January 24, 2013

'The Overview Effect', or why everyone should go to space


Awesome video with a very profound message regarding humanity's responsibility on 'Spaceship Earth'. I couldn't help but be reminded of my inspiration for this blog, Melville's oyster peering at the sun through a layer of water, when I saw the pictures/videos of the thin atmospheric layer required for all life on the planet. It gave me new perspective that not only can we visualize and comprehend the implications of that layer of life, but our capability - and desire - to step outside the habitable zone leads us to better understand - and empathize with - our dynamic and fragile home. Looking at things from another point of view is crucial for understanding, and mankind's access to the depths of the universe makes learning a timeless, infinite endeavor.

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