MisFitLoves OP t1_j27lp2u wrote on December 30, 2022 at 5:33 AM

Reply to comment by mca62511 in Likely-hood of becoming an astronaut by MisFitLoves

Thank you alot this really helped me because i live in the middle of no where and doubt myself constantly and as other people have said even if i dont get into space ill still have qualifications for other jobs i would love to do!

djlawson1000 t1_j27ono5 wrote on December 30, 2022 at 6:03 AM

Lots of astronauts have come from homes “in the middle of nowhere”. If this is truly something you want, then I would say absolutely begin now. Prioritize your studies and your physical fitness. Read books about astronauts and how they got to where they are. You need to understand, this is a lofty goal, but the fact that you’re only 15 and thinking about this is an excellent start. If you work hard, make good choices, and surround yourself with people that can help you, I believe you can make something great of yourself. There’s no better time to start on your dreams then right now!

on_island_time t1_j27orvi wrote on December 30, 2022 at 6:04 AM

You should read Homer Hickham's biography Rocket Boys if you haven't. He grew up in a coal mining family and went on to become a NASA engineer, it can be done.