Buzz Aldrin’s importance in the history of the world cannot be overstated, and yet I get the impression when reading Matt Thurber’s interview (and others)--in the April/ May 2012 edition of Business Jet Traveler that Aldrin views 32 years of sobriety as his greatest achievement. I find it fascinating that the second man to walk on the Moon is also someone who, minute by minute, bravely faced down his own demons here on Earth until he conquered them–to the point where he has been able to help others who are experiencing similar struggles.
In his latest book, William Shatner emphasizes how important it is to say Yes to opportunity and to life in general. Shatner is no stranger to personal struggles and there have been several moments in his career where it must have felt to him as if the whole world was saying No. But he has triumphed time and again and now, at age 81, has just finished an acclaimed one-man show on Broadway–not to mention helicopter-flying lessons.
Jennifer English is the Editorial Director for Business Jet Traveler magazine. Prior to this position she served for three years as the Director of Marketing/ Brand Manager for AIN Publications' complete line of products.
