Ben shares ways for automotive people to improve their health & wellbeing for 2025

This New Year, Ben is sharing ways for automotive people to improve their health and wellbeing for 2025.

Although it’s a positive time for some, the New Year can be challenging for many. With Blue Monday^[1] approaching on 20th January, Ben is here to help automotive people live life well by enhancing their health and wellbeing. The charity also wants to raise awareness about how automotive people and their families can access support if needed.

January is also a time when people consider making lifestyle changes and set new goals. Ben’s free Life Coaching service supports automotive people to make positive changes in their lives, whether at work or home. Ben’s qualified Life Coaches work with individuals to identify areas of their lives they would like to improve, set goals and support them towards achieving them. Coaching helps people boost their confidence and make lifestyle improvements including eating habits and work-life balance. Find out more about Ben’s Life Coaching Service: www.ben.org.uk/lifecoaching.

Research suggests that ‘giving back’ supports mental health and wellbeing - 77% of volunteers in a national survey said that volunteering improved their mental health and wellbeing^[2]. Physical activity is also one of the best ways to improve all aspects of health and wellbeing^[3], so with this in mind, Ben is encouraging automotive people to get involved in some exciting events this year. With everything from trekking and running to cycling and swimming, there’s something for everyone to take part in. Do it 4 Ben and make a difference this year by visiting: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben.

The funds raised from events enable Ben to continue providing life-changing, and life-saving, support for its automotive family when they are struggling, or in crisis.

Rachel Clift, Ben’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We know that January can be a positive time for some but challenging for others. First and foremost, we want everyone in our industry to know that, if you’re struggling or in crisis, we’re here for you.

“At this time of year, there’s obviously a lot of talk about New Year’s resolutions and setting goals which can be difficult to stick to in the long-term - so let us support you with that. If you’re feeling stuck or want to make improvements in your work or home life, our free Life Coaching service is just what you need. Our coaches are amazing, they help people realise and achieve their goals.

“We also have some fantastic events happening this year which might tick the box for many of our automotive family in terms of giving back, increasing physical activity levels and enhancing overall health and wellbeing.”

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Ben is here for automotive industry people so get in touch now if you’re struggling via our free and confidential helpline. Don't suffer in silence, contact our helpline: 08081 311 333 or visit www.ben.org.uk/gethelp for more ways to get in touch.

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^[1] Blue Monday falls on the third Monday in January each year and is thought to be the most depressing day of the year.

^[2] https://www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-insights/news-index/time-well-spent-national-survey-volunteer-experience/volunteer-impacts/#:~:text=Over%20three%2Dquarters%20of%20volunteers,physical%20health%20benefits%20(53%25).

^[3] https://www.who.int/health-topics/physical-activity#tab=tab_1