The Psychology of Why Astronauts Feel Awe

Scientists are very concerned about the effects of space travel on the human body –  with the radiation, the pressure, and the lack of gravity, astronauts can expect to undergo some pretty weird physical changes once they leave Earth. But many astronauts also report experiencing spiritual and emotional awakenings in space, and scientists have begun to take notice. mental_floss covers a new study of why astronauts feel awe in space.