Michelle Khare

And on day 264, this happened.

Failure is, as painful as it is, a necessary part of the process.

And when we feel disappointment in failure, it's a privilege, because it means we care.

Which brings us back here.

moments before I attempted the most dangerous stunt of my career, a 10-minute flight pattern with me tethered to the side of this military aircraft.

This was the greatest logistical challenge our team had ever faced, and an amateur's mindset was crucial.

We had to be unafraid to ask questions, to make mistakes along the way, and be willing to ask for help.

On set, we had a fear-is-welcome policy.

This meant that at any moment, anyone on the crew could raise a concern, and it would be addressed in front of the whole group.

This strategy allowed us to fine-tune every single detail, from the custom contact lenses I wore to protect my eyes, to the tightness of the harness, to even the FAA approval paperwork.

It was the only way we could ensure, without a doubt, we were ready for the impossible.

And with the support of this team, weeks later, it happened.

When I set out to make Challenge Accepted, I assumed there would be a magical moment where I'd finally feel like a daredevil, a woman without fear.

But that moment, for better or for worse, actually has never come.

But that is exactly why I do these things.

Not because I'm unafraid, but actually because I am.

Thank you.