A Discussion About The Year Off the Earth, For the Earth

TL;DR

Scott Kelly reflects on his year in space, discussing the physical and mental effects, what he misses most on Earth, and the importance of space exploration.

Transcript

ktrk tv this is mission control houston please call station for a voice check station this is ktrk tv how do you hear me we hear you loud and clear tom how do you hear us i hear you just great scott it is really great to talk to you once again i just have to ask you after all this time how are you holding up up there uh physically and mentally yeah... Read More

Key Insights

• 🥹 Scott Kelly and Misha Kornienko are holding up well both physically and mentally during their year-long stay in space.
• ☠️ The effects of microgravity on the body include changes in bone mass, muscles, vision, immune system, and genetic level.
• 🎟️ Besides missing loved ones, Scott Kelly also misses the experience of being on Earth, such as going outside and the freedom to do things on his own schedule.
• ✊ Scott Kelly has learned about his resilience in a confined and separated environment, as well as the power of human potential to achieve great things.
• 👾 One of the things both Scott Kelly and Misha Kornienko desire after their space mission is to jump into a pool and experience water again.
• 👾 Dreams in space can be influenced by the environment, with Scott Kelly noting that he dreamt mostly about Earth in the beginning, more about space in the middle, and now more about Earth again.
• 👾 Scott Kelly believes in the importance of space exploration and its benefits to humanity, emphasizing the need to continue pushing the limits of what we can achieve.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does microgravity affect astronaut's bodies, and what are the potential long-term effects?

Microgravity affects bone mass, muscles, vision, immune system, and genetic level, which will be further studied through post-flight research. The long-term effects on these aspects are not visible externally.

Q: What does Scott Kelly miss most on Earth besides family and friends?

Besides family and friends, Scott Kelly misses the experience of going outside, feeling the sun, wind, and rain, as well as the freedom to do things on his own schedule, without the constraints of a tightly regulated routine.

Q: What has Scott Kelly learned about himself personally during his year in space?

Scott Kelly has learned how to deal with being in a confined and separated environment, and he feels that he handles it well. He also acknowledges the power of human's ability to dream big and achieve great things, as he is constantly impressed by the scope and capacity of the space station.

Q: What would be the first thing Scott Kelly wants to do when he returns to Earth?

Besides hugging his family and friends, Scott Kelly looks forward to the experience of sitting down, relaxing, and using utensils without everything floating away. He values the experience more than the specific food he would eat.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Scott Kelly and Misha Kornienko are holding up physically and mentally during their year-long stay in space, with high energy levels and productive work.

• Microgravity has invisible effects on bone mass, muscles, vision, immune system, and genetic level, which will be studied further through post-flight research.

• Besides missing family and friends, Scott Kelly misses the experience of going outside, the sun, wind, rain, and the freedom to do things on his schedule.