Leading up to the Crew Dragon Demo-2 launch was extremely stressful, as we could not let anyone down, but I was confident we had done everything possible to ensure success.

When the launch was successful, it was a great relief rather than elation, especially after proving the systems with subsequent astronaut missions.

I felt a strong emotional connection when we brought a contestant's daughter into a challenge, which made the moment impactful.

The escape system on the New Shepard vehicle is crucial for safety; we invested significant effort into it, making it one of the hardest pieces of engineering in the entire architecture.

The emotional aspect of giving your company away is significant; it's like turning over your child to someone else, which can be a brutal experience for founders.

The emotional response from employees during the acquisition announcement was intense, as many had invested years into the company and had their identities tied to its success.

The SpaceX launch of human beings to orbit on May 30th, 2020, marked the beginning of a new era in human space exploration, providing hope during a challenging time in history.

I might go to space, and I'm a bit terrified because less than a thousand people have gone to space, and many have died on the way up.

Signing the acquisition deal felt surreal, especially with my family by my side, marking a significant moment in my journey and securing the future of our product in women's health.