If it’s one thing, obviously it had to have been being selected to make the first manned space flight for the United States. That was competition at its best, not because of the fame or the recognition that went with it, but because of the fact that America’s best test pilots went through this selection process, down to seven guys, and of those seven, I was the first one to go. That always will be the most satisfying thing for me.

Just the fact I have kept going. I'd say I am very hard on myself and I like it that way. It keeps me on my toes, it keeps me grounded, it keeps me focused and wanting to improve. Just the fact I have kept on going.

I’m most proud that, after all I’ve been through, God has let me be alive and well today, and still with June Carter.

The proudest moments of my career are when I see my work resonate with others. When someone tells me my music has sparked something in them or helped them navigate a difficult moment, I know I’m doing something meaningful. It’s those genuine connections that make it all worthwhile.

Dishonesty and being late for appointments.

A big loaded baked potato and a good book with time to eat it and read it.

Singing onstage—and everyone walking around me saying, “Look how happy she looks.”

The fact that sometimes my mouth is a little too big and a little too open and sounds too much like a sailor.

Flipping my wig.

Any person trying to uplift mankind.