But when I wasn't working, I was usually at a window looking down at Earth.
Sally RideRead
I did not come to NASA to make history.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Sally Ride emphasizes that her motivations were not centered on fame but on her passion for space exploration and science.
In this quote, Sally Ride expresses her intention for joining NASA and contributing to space exploration not as a means to gain recognition or make history, but rather out of a genuine desire to pursue her interests in science and discovery. It highlights the importance of intrinsic motivations and the pursuit of knowledge over external accolades.
Themes
NasaHistoryScienceSpaceMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a scientific conference.
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All adventures, especially into new territory, are scary.
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Yes, I did feel a special responsibility to be the first American woman in space.
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Even though NASA tries to simulate launch, and we practice in simulators, it's not the same - it's not even close to the same.
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If we want scientists and engineers in the future, we should be cultivating the girls as much as the boys.
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