SOL 19 : Writing on Mars
Today, Adèle organized a cardio workout session. After breakfast, Adèle, Célia, and Julien went on an EVA in front of Tharsis Montes. Before that, they went to change the batteries of the atmospheric instruments installed to the west of Marbel Ritual. It was an exploration EVA where they embarked on an ascent and walked through the canyons. This is surely the most Martian landscape we have had since the beginning of our mission, and it is in these moments that we really feel like we are on the red planet.
Meanwhile, Lou worked on a 3D printer on which the last year’s onboard engineer had noticed some issues. This year, the CNES lent us another printer, which allows us to set up the SupaeroMoon experiments, the Géol’Ex, and the prints from the high school students of Prades. It also allows us to print some equipment, such as the punches for the photogrammetry experiment.
Gaspard continued working on the station monitoring experiment, whose name has not yet been chosen. Felix went to maintain the greenhouse and started cutting some plants. We also did some cleaning in our habitat.
This afternoon, Adèle organized HSO workshops to strengthen communication and team cohesion. The sessions focused on written self-listening practices, allowing each member to better know themselves, to do a review of their emotions, to manage difficult situations, and to celebrate their efforts.
The second workshop addressed the establishment of personal boundaries. We discussed how to share these boundaries, expressing them in a concrete, positive, realistic, and negotiable way. The goal is to find compromises and solutions that best meet everyone’s needs, while reinforcing solidarity and trust within the team. These workshops are essential for the mission, as they promote more effective communication and a more serene collaboration.
Tomorrow, it is the last day of our mission’s break, and tonight we have surprises organized by members of the crew! Nice planning in approach!
