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"NASA Astronaut's Guide to Balancing Career and Fatherhood"

Anil Menon, a NASA astronaut and former SpaceX flight surgeon, shares how he and his wife, Anna Menon, a lead space operations engineer at SpaceX, manage their demanding careers while raising their two young children. They use astronaut-level problem-solving skills to navigate conflicting schedules and time management, and involve their kids in their space flight training to inspire them to chase their own dreams. The couple hopes to demonstrate the importance of following one's passion through their actions, motivating their children to do the same.