How does an astronaut prepare physically and mentally to launch into space? NASA astronaut Megan McArthur, who traveled to the International Space Station in April 2021 as part of the SpaceX Crew-2 mission, shares stellar life lessons on how to cultivate the resolve to do incredible things through preparation -- and a dash of bravery. A rare glimpse at what it takes to literally shoot for the stars. (This virtual conversation, hosted by TEDWomen curator Pat Mitchell, was recorded in November 2020.)

Megan McArthur: A NASA astronaut's lessons on fear, confidence and preparing for spaceflight

A NASA astronaut's lessons on fear, confidence and preparing for spaceflight

Facing the cosmos' vast unknowns, harnessing bravery alongside rigorous training transforms fear into a quest for discovery.

A glimpse of Earth from space reveals its fragile beauty, sparking a profound urge to protect our shared home, Spaceship Earth.

Learning on the job, whether in space or on Earth, underscores the power of adaptability in navigating uncharted territories.