Former NASA astronaut Ron Garan, who spent 178 days in space, experienced the \u2018overview effect,\u2019 a shift in perspective that made him realize Earth\u2019s thin atmosphere sustains all life. From orbit, he saw no borders or economies, only \u201can iridescent biosphere teeming with life,\u201d leading him to call humanity\u2019s focus on economic systems over planetary health a fundamental lie.<\/p>\n
Garan\u2019s time in space inspired a deep connection with all life on Earth and a call to prioritize the planet\u2019s health. He now advocates for environmental preservation, founding the Manna Energy Foundation to provide clean water and Fragile Oasis to promote global change.<\/p>\n
His message highlights the urgent need for collective efforts to protect Earth\u2019s fragile environment, ensuring a thriving future for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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