What does it take, to become an astronaut?
We asked Claude Nicollier:
Carry out activities that require careful preparation, concentration, and management of risks, such as aviation with aerobatics and instrument flying qualification, deep sea diving, mountain climbing…
Stay healthy and fit: run, play tennis, use your bike, but always stay safety conscious.
Perfect your English, try to learn Russian and Chinese. Travel to countries where these languages are spoken and practice with locals.
Learn as much as possible in a great variety of fields: technology, science, biology, physiology. Be good in your field, but never forget to acquire knowledge in other disciplines.
Keep a positive and pleasant attitude in every situation. Stay calm and cool even when things go bad!
Practice communication skills: give lectures, interviews, learn the art of skilful use of social networks, without overdoing it!
