A Cosmic Perspective

After reading Neil deGrasse Tyson’s “Astrophysics for People in a Hurry” I joked that after wrapping my mind around the immensity of the universe, Tyson suggests there might be multiple universes. But what really blew my mind was his contention that all of our problems on earth could be solved if everyone—especially people in power—took a more cosmic perspective. 

I tried to capture this concept in a 5 minute video…starring my five grandchildren. I discovered they are far more open to pondering our place in the universe than most adults ever are.

Outer space is cold and hostile and our blue spaceship called earth is the only planet we’ve got.

1 thought on “A Cosmic Perspective

  1. Love it. Can’t believe how old the kids are. Do you want me to try to get this to Neil? My French teacher’s partner is Neil’s brother. M

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