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“The blackness of space was a big shock to me. It is a deep, three-dimensional, oily blackness. You can feel the distance.” quote by Thomas Marshburn
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“The blackness of space was a big shock to me. It is a deep, three-dimensional, oily blackness. You can feel the distance.”

Thomas Marshburn

About This Quote

Source Interview: NASA Astronaut Interview, 2015

The vast, dark emptiness of space feels overwhelming and tangible, highlighting human smallness and awe.

In simple terms: Space feels huge and scary.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the awe of the unknown.

Themes

exploration wonder humility

Mood

awe introspective

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • space missions
  • education about space
  • personal reflection on scale

Key Concepts

cosmology psychology of awe

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does confronting vastness change your perspective?
  • What can we learn from feeling small?
A Different Perspective

The feeling can be paralyzing for some.

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