Fewer than 300 individuals have ventured to the International Space Station (ISS), with an even smaller number spending over 150 days in its unique environment. As NASA prepares to deorbit the ISS in 2030, opportunities to experience life aboard the station are dwindling.

In a recent interview, former NASA astronaut Katie Coleman, one of approximately 670 people who have lived in space, shared her experiences and insights. Coleman, a veteran of two Space Shuttle missions and a six-month stay on the ISS, discussed the joys and challenges of life in a zero-gravity environment.

Her new book, \"Sharing Space: An Astronaut's Guide to Mission Wonder and Making Change,\" reflects on her journey and the systemic barriers she faced as a woman in a predominantly male field. Coleman expressed her love for the experience of living in space, highlighting the profound impact it has had on her life and perspective.

As the countdown to the ISS's deorbit continues, Coleman's reflections serve as a reminder of the extraordinary human experiences that have taken place in orbit and the importance of sharing these stories.