Healthy Ways to Navigate During Uncertain Times

There’s no one size fit all approach. Here are a few services Starport offers to support employee morale and welfare.

• Engage socially: Connect with friends and family to cultivate meaningful relationships. Look out for our monthly Reconnection Hours at the Tranquility Base Pavilion (see flyer below) or join League Sports @ the Gilruth Center.
• Find a hobby: Engage in activities that bring you joy. Check out our Recreational Programs.
• Retail Therapy: If shopping brings you joy then checkout ShopNASA.com, Starport Pop-Up Events, the Discount Program or the JSC Swap Shop.
• Healthy Eating: Did you know Starport has healthy food options for breakfast or lunch? Check out our newest additions: NOKturne has breakfast five days a week and the Vegan Vybe food truck serves breakfast Monday through Thursday. Starport also offers Nutrition Coaching.
• Exercise Regularly: Physical activity is a great way to relieve stress and boost your mood. Join the fitness center for a convenient, low-cost way to workout.
• Focused Self-Care: Schedule a visit to a massage or stretch therapist to work out tension in your body.

Other Ways to Navigate Uncertain Times

• Take advantage of JSC’s free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• Boundaries: Set clear boundaries between work and personal time to avoid overextension. 
• Breaks: Take frequent breaks during work hours to avoid mental fatigue. 
• Vacation Time: Use your vacation time to disconnect from work and recharge. 
• Practice Kindheartedness: model self-compassion, patience, acceptance, warmth, and kindness towards yourself and others.
• Disconnection: Consider a digital detox – reduce screen time where possible; Unplug work-related emails during non-work hours.