You can be surrounded by others, work in a busy environment with colleagues or even have an active life in a city and still feel lonely. 1 in 10 workers feel lonely at work either all or most of the time, and nearly half experience loneliness at work some of the time.   Loneliness can impact: Your self-esteem and confidence, leading to more withdrawal and anxiety or avoidance from social situations.  Your physical health from difficulty sleeping, a low mood that impacts self-care to a lack of desire to be active and move, which can then affect your immune system, blood pressure and more.  Mind, the mental health charity, has helpful information on loneliness including tips for managing feelings of loneliness.   If you need support, you can contact the services listed below.    

SLEEP    Restful Environment       A good mattress is an essential part of getting good rest. It needs to provide you with the right sort of support.  The National Bed Federation  recommends getting a new mattress every seven years      Creating a pleasant space to sleep in also makes a big difference – keeping the space tidy and uncluttered helps.     Adequate blinds and/or curtains are important in stopping any unwanted light disrupting your sleep, such as streetlights or passing car headlights. Blackout blinds can be a great investment.      Keeping the bedroom at around 16-18 degrees is ideal for promoting good sleep, and sticking to bedding and sleepwear in natural materials, such as cotton, will help too.      Earplugs are handy for avoiding being disturbed by noise, whether that’s a snoring partner, traffic, or barking dogs. Routine        Routine      It might be tempting to have a coffee to keep you going, but avoiding caffeine for at least six hours before you plan to go to bed helps ensure it won’t get in the way of getting a good rest      Instead, making sure you get lots of light (ideally daylight) when you wake up      Regular sleeping patterns are really important. Always try and sleep for the same amount of time (ideally 7-9 hours), and ensure you give yourself plenty of time to wind down before bed.      Oversleeping when you’re off work might be tempting, but it disrupts the routine and isn’t helpful in the long run. It’s much better to get enough sleep on a daily basis      Naps are fine if you really feel like you need them, but sleep for no longer than 40 minutes to get the best from your rest.      Eating breakfast soon after waking sets you up with energy for your day ahead, and avoiding big meals in the two hours before bed helps avoid being overfull interfering with your sleep. Oatcakes and cheese make a great snack if you’re hungry in this time.          Relaxation      When it’s time to wind down, avoiding bright light is helpful, so it’s a good idea to keep the lights low. This helps your body prepare for sleep.      A warm bath or shower are a great way to encourage yourself to feel sleepy      Avoiding screen time or any activity that’s too stimulating, like going for a run, will help you wind down      However, activities such as gentle yoga, breathing exercises and meditation can really help you prepare for sleep      If you find your mind is full and you’re having trouble switching off, why not jot down any tasks or worries with paper and pencil. That way, you can forget about your to do list, and save thinking through any problems until you’re refreshed and ready to tackle them   For more information, visit  https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/sleep/     

What is Stress?      The body responds to an emergency situation or threat by producing adrenaline, which prepares the body to flight or fight. This is a stress reaction – it is normal and natural. Although usually we do not have to fight for our lives, other everyday events, situations or stressors can cause a stress reaction. These stressors may be different for each person and may even vary for an individual from time to time.      Stress is not a diagnosed medical illness. The symptoms of stress, which vary depending on the individual, can be physically and mentally debilitating. It is a reaction that people suffer when the pressures upon them exceed their ability to cope. If stress isn’t managed well it could lead to an escalation of symptoms and the development of a diagnosed mental health condition, such as anxiety and depression.     Stress vs Pressure      Situations or events beyond our control may be particularly stressful. However, stress is not always a negative response – some people thrive on adrenaline and take up dangerous sports or demanding jobs. Everyone is different.      There’s no doubt that resilience, the ability not only to survive but thrive under pressure, is a key ingredient for success. Challenging situations can only become stressful if we interpret them as stressful. Threat or thrill? Excitement or fear? Stress or pressure? It can often be a choice (Source: Lane4)      Stress and pressure are two different things. We need pressure to enable us to function and perform well. When demands are high and possibly unreasonable, we may not feel we can adequately respond to these expectations, we may feel out of control and overwhelmed. This is when we tend to experience stress responses. This may happen over a long period of time or in short bursts. Excessive levels of stress have been shown to lead to burnout, a state of complete mental and physical exhaustion.     What is Burnout?      Burnout is a syndrome that results from constant workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. The World Health Organisation characterises burnout by three main symptoms:  Lack of energy and exhaustion  Increased mental distance and negative feelings from one's job  Lower professional efficacy  MIND      Talk about your Feelings:  Keeping things to yourself can often worsen stress. Communicating how you're feeling can help others support you. If you feel comfortable, keep your line manager in the loop about how you are feeling, and maybe see if there is a way to lighten your load. If you don't feel comfortable talking to your team, remember you can get free confidential advice through the  EAP  phoneline. It is ok to ask for help.     Keep in Touch:  Stress is easiest to cope with when you have supportive friends and family. Try to invest in these relationships and lean on them when you need to.     Accept Who You Are:  Everyone reacts differently to situations. It's okay to spend time figuring out and accepting how you may react to things.     Don't forget to have a look through the Mental Wellbeing Journey page  here .  BODY      Keep Active:  Movement and exercise releases endorphins (the happy hormone) which help balance cortisol levels (the stress hormone). You can make use of the Aviva Get Active services, detailed on the  physical wellbeing journey.      Did you know that JLR has several sports teams and fitness groups? Get in touch with your local wellbeing champion to find out more.     Eat Well:  Often when we are stressed, a balanced diet can be hard to keep up with. Your body and brain need a range of nutrients to function properly and support our stress levels. Don't forget that JLR employees have access to appointments with a Nutritionist via the  Digicare+ app .     Drink Sensibly:  Some people are tempted to use alcohol to improve their mood, but effect is only temporary. Make sure you keep within the recommended limits of 14 units per week. Find out more on the  alcohol  page.     Sleep Hygiene:  It is important that we get 7-9 hours of sleep every night in order for our body to recuperate and wake up feeling ready for the day. Having a good nighttime routine can help you relax, such as switching off your phone an hour before bed or using the  Thrive app.   LIFE      Take your lunch breaks:  It can be tempting to eat lunch at your desk or skip it altogether to try and squeeze a bit more work in. Research has shown that not taking regular breaks actually worsens productivity, and your brain benefits far more from a change of scenery and a solid meal than non-stop work.     Use your Annual Leave:  Alongside taking small regular breaks throughout your working day, make sure you plan to use your annual leave to give yourself a chance to fully step away from work. People experiencing burnout usually report a work/life imbalance, so it is really important to make sure you are looking after both sections of your life.     Disconnect:  Outside of working hours, try to totally disconnect from work. If you aren't sure how to mute notifications, there is a how-to guide  here .     Engage in your Hobbies : Taking part in something you enjoy and are good at can help to boost your self-esteem and confidence. This can translate back into work, giving yourself the confidence to deal with challenging times. 

Starting the conversation At JLR, we believe talking about mental health can help you and those around you to be healthier and happier.   By taking the time to have a conversation about mental health with a colleague, friend or family member, we can show that it’s okay to talk about mental health and help steer those who are struggling in the right direction.   Talking about mental health might seem a little daunting – it’s not a conversation we have every day. Starting the conversation is usually the hardest bit, so use the guide and practical tips found below to help get you going. It’s important to remember you don’t have to be an expert.   Starting a conversation can be a powerful way to challenge mental health stigma and get people to think about their perceptions.   Take 10 minutes using the tips provided to start a meaningful conversation today.   Together we can have the conversation.    Aim to demonstrate... Leadership – role model having the conversation  Collaboration – connect those who you feel could support each other  Connection – encourage the conversation   Also consider... Putting mental health on the agenda – regularly talk to your team and your support network about how you and they are feeling  Create space for the team to raise issues, both work issues and any personal issues  Encourage the uptake of stress management techniques, take lunch breaks, and support social interaction   'Time to Talk' guide For further information click here for the ‘Time to Talk’ guide download  Mental Health First Aid We also have Mental Health First Aiders around the business providing MHFA support. They can empower someone to access the support they might need for recovery or successful management of symptoms. This could include signposting to services via their own GP, support groups, self-help services such as websites and information, or accessing therapy services via work such as the Employee Assistance Programme, the Digicare+ Workplace App, or Occupational Health.     

There are many services available both within JLR and externally for you and your team to gain support from when it's needed. From mental health support to financial advice the services outlined on this page are existing to support you.   Mental Health Training Videos With one in six people in England experiencing some kind of mental health condition in any given week, it’s critical that we invest the time in training and upskilling ourselves to support them. Our Mental Health Awareness training for Managers course provides the tools to recognise, respond to, and support individuals when they need it most. But it can be hard to know where to start when talking to someone about their mental health. If someone does begin to open up, it might not always be easy to know what to say.   That’s why we’ve created four short videos each under five minutes long to demonstrate the impact and difference you can make through supportive conversations.  Please take the time to watch these videos to see how you can have more positive conversations about mental health.   Creators Conversations As part of our cultural transformation, we redefined our approach to performance. Our performance will no longer be defined by a rating, but instead through Creators' Conversations we'll empower colleagues to have regular, two-way and meaningful dialogue. Continuous, open and multi-source feedback will help identify areas of strength, learning and support, enabling us to learn, improve and grow.   Check-ins are a series of regular two-way conversations about us, our work, progress, challenges and aspirations, and present a great opportunity to talk about wellbeing.  Starting the Conversation Talking about mental health can be daunting, so here are some top tips to get the conversation started…  We have various training courses available on SuccessFactors for mental health awareness. Mental Health - Awareness for Managers (For LL6+ and C/D Grade Line Managers) The Course Goals: Understand common Mental Health conditions Understand how to support an employee in their Mental Health inside and outside of work Understand the importance of looking after their own Mental Health. This can be undertaken either as E-learning on SuccessFactors or a classroom-based course:   Classroom based course ID 587031 Mental Health – Manager’s Support (e-Learning) Common Mental Health conditions (Course ID 550001) The Role of a Line Manager (Reading - PDFs) (Course ID 553001) Your Role as a Manager Start the Mental Health Conversation Promoting Mental Wellbeing Managing Mental Health in the Workplace (Course ID 550011) Supporting an Employee in the Workplace (Course ID 551001) Supporting an Employee Through Sickness Absence (Course ID 552007) Supporting an Employee in Crisis (Course ID 555005)  

What are they? There has been a lot of research into what affects our mental wellbeing, and time and time again, a few things were consistently shown to make a positive difference. These are known as the Five Ways to Wellbeing. They can help you feel happier, more positive and able to get the most from life.  Connecting with Others When it comes to our wellbeing, other people matter.   Connect with the people around you: your family, friends, colleagues and neighbours’. Spend time developing these relationships. Evidence shows that good relationships – with family, friends and our wider communities – are important for our mental wellbeing.   Building stronger, wider social connections can help us feel happier and more secure and give us a greater sense of purpose.  You can find lots of social groups on Viva Engage (previously Yammer) covering a wide range of interests. Why not take a look to meet some likeminded people. Being Active We think that the mind and body are separate, but what you do with your body can have a powerful effect on your mental wellbeing. You don't have to go to the gym - take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football. Find an activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your life. Or why not see what our Centres for Wellbeing have to offer? Keep Learning It doesn't have to mean getting more qualifications, there are lots of different ways to bring learning into your life. Learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement, new confidence, and build self-esteem. So why not sign up for that cooking course, start learning to play a musical instrument, or figure out how to fix your bike? Learning new skills can be useful, but research shows it can also improve our mental wellbeing.  Our Invest in You programme provides funding for education, training, and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning. Taking Notice It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Be more aware of the present moment, including your thoughts and feelings, your body and the world around you. Some people call this awareness "mindfulness". It can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges. Mindfulness can help us enjoy life more and understand ourselves better. You can take steps to develop it in your own life.   Giving to Others Even the smallest act can count, whether it's a smile, a thank you or a kind word. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve your mental wellbeing and help you build new social networks. Most people would agree that giving to others is a good thing, but it can also do a lot of good for your own mental wellbeing, it can make you feel happier and more satisfied with life.   Sometimes we think of wellbeing in terms of what we have: our income, our home or car, or our job. But evidence suggests it's our actions and our thoughts that have the biggest impact on mental wellbeing. Helping and supporting other people, and working with others towards a shared goal, is good for our mental wellbeing.   JLR employees can have up to 16 hours a year to spend volunteering, so why not arrange a team volunteering day instead of the usual team day activities? For more details on volunteering please click here Employee Volunteering & Giving Back. 

We all have mental health, just as we have physical health Mental health is not just the absence of mental disorder. It is defined as a state of wellbeing in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.   Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.    Over the course of our life, if and when we experience mental health problems, our thinking, mood and behaviour could be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:   Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry   Life experiences and events, such as trauma, moving house, bereavement or relationship problems or other reasons such as loneliness, financial/gambling problems or drugs and alcohol   Family history of mental health problems   Mental wellbeing is our ability to maintain personal resilience when the pressure of daily life increases, both at work and at home, testing our ability to perform and thrive.   Possible signs and symptoms of mental ill health in the workplace   Decreased productivity   Morale problems   Lack of co-operation   Safety problems   Absenteeism   Frequent complaints of being tired all the time   Complaints of unexplained aches and pains   Alcohol and/or other drug misuse   The NHS has lots of helpful information about mental health, including information on signs and symptoms, and where to get further support. Mind, the mental health charity, are another source of helpful information and community support.  

Information on learning more about yourself to help improve your mental wellbeing and personal effectiveness. Having a greater awareness of yourself has the potential to enhance virtually every experience you have. Self-awareness allows us to see things from the perspective of others, practice self-control, and experience pride in ourselves and our work as well as our general self-esteem.  Resilience Understanding your resilience and how to make improvements. How well do you react to an unexpected turn of events? Do you feel devastated by conflict, get energised by uncertainty, or crumble under pressure? Everybody handles unexpected challenges differently. Some people possess an innate resilience to stress, troubles, or difficulty. Others lack the internal capacity to withstand pressure. The good news is that it is possible for anyone to build their levels of resilience, both mentally and physically. Vulnerability Understanding vulnerability and it's impact on yourself and those around you.
 Vulnerability is a powerful tool in a leader's toolkit. Embrace moments of vulnerability by acknowledging your current state, taking responsibility for your emotions and asking for help. Vulnerable Leadership starts with you…Share something about yourself, admit a recent failure, and help create an atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and bringing valuable new ideas to the table Reflection Information to help you develop the skill of self-reflection. Self-reflection is one of the best ways that you can shift your mindset, increase positivity in your life, and discover a greater understanding of who you are and what’s going on for you. Self-reflection helps you to understand more about the way you respond to situations and to find ways that mean you can deal with situations positively instead of letting them consume you. Learning The incredible benefits of learning new things.
 As children, we continually discovered new information, learning to read, riding a bike, looking under stones for insects. During our school years, we took tests and participated in extracurricular activity. Then something happened; Adulthood. We went from being curious children to adults fixed to a working schedule and lost the natural capacity and desire to learn. Learning new skills can be useful, but continuing to learn throughout life can improve and maintain our mental wellbeing. Learning can boost self-confidence and self-esteem, help build a sense of purpose and help us connect with others. Learning should be fun! To learn something new is exciting; the world is full of fascinating skills and talents. And the process of discovering them, not just the end result, is enjoyable and rewarding. Boost self-esteem Learning new information and abilities helps build our sense of self-adequacy and the confidence in what we can achieve.   Learning fuels creativity Adapting to new things can trigger our thoughts and open our minds to what is possible. The more you work on taking in new things you’ll learn easier and faster.   Sets a good example If you need your children and friends and family to see the benefit in continuous learning, show them how it’s done! Empowering Learning gives you the information to help you make better-educated choices throughout everyday life. Challenging yourself to step out of your comfort zone will give you a great sense of accomplishment.   Learning gives your access to new and different opportunities You’ll generally have something to talk about. The more you know, the more probable you are to discover something simi-lar with others. How often do you consciously challenge yourself to learn a new skill? Classes and formal courses are great ways to learn new things, you can find a wealth of learning resources within the Jaguar and Land Rover Learning Academy to help engage and inspire. However, there are lots of other ways to challenge yourself to learn something new.  

Mindfulness     A brief history of mindfulness   The origins of  mindfulness  are often debated although mindfulness is a practice involved in various religious and secular traditions, from Hinduism and Buddhism to yoga, and more recently, non-religious meditation. People have been practicing mindfulness for thousands of years, whether by itself or as part of a larger tradition.   The origins of the word mindfulness are said to come from the Pali language and the word ‘vipassana’ meaning ‘clear seeing’.  Mindfulness for wellbeing     Becoming more aware of the present moment can help us enjoy the world around us more and understand ourselves better. Mindfulness can reduce perceived stress and strengthen individual and organisational resilience.      Watch the video below to learn more about ‘Why Mindfulness’.    Neuroscience and mindfulness   Mindfulness is a simple approach to training our minds and strengthening concentration, emotional awareness, and resilience. It is used to support wellbeing as well as to promote creativity and performance.   When practicing mindfulness, you start by settling your attention on the breath. In doing this, your mind relaxes and different areas of your nervous system and brain become active.   Our nervous system has two distinct parts. The sympathetic system is responsible for physical action, and the parasympathetic for relaxation and recovery.    Mindfulness practice enables people to learn to activate their parasympathetic nervous system which lowers stress, brings health benefits such as reducing blood pressure and strengthening the immune system, and lifting your mood.   Regular mindfulness practice  promotes the parasympathetic nervous system  by:      Reducing stress  Lowering blood pressure  Boosting immune system  Improving mood   It helps balance emotions and actions and encourages you to pause before acting.   Regular mindfulness practice  helps control the sympathetic nervous system  by:      Preparing response to danger  Increasing heartrate  Increasing adrenaline  Lowering perception   Controlling this system promotes your ability to reduce your ‘fight or flight’ response.  Mindfulness at Work   There has been an enormous growth in research on the benefits of regular mindfulness practice, which has become established in schools and universities, the police force, in the UK parliament and many international companies.     Paying more attention promotes divergent thinking to generate new ideas and spark creativity. Mindfulness enhances awareness and your ability to set aside mental clutter thus strengthening the ability to remain focused under pressure and enhancing the ability to remain open minded for new ideas and challenges.   Clearer focus and improved concentration supports you to remain calm in stressful situations leading to a reduction in error rates, improved decision making and avoiding inefficiencies.   Collaboration and communication and greater relationship satisfaction can boost compassion and self-reflection. This can significantly improve team relationships, increased job satisfaction and engagement.   Mindfulness at JLR   At Jaguar Land Rover we have developed our own   in-house Mindfulness guided practice as an  e-learning course  -  Mindfulness: An Introduction -  Course ID: 378001.  This resource offers an introduction to Mindfulness, with some short guided practices to try. This e-learning is a prerequisite for the Mindfulness workshop.   The Mindfulness course has been developed in partnership with Kalapa Academy and is available via  SuccessFactors .   Single sign-on is required to access these resources.        

To support the health and wellbeing of our colleagues, there are state of the art digital Health Stations at each of our main sites. They provide colleagues with a convenient and easy to use facility where they can take and learn more about their health metrics, in confidence, without the need to book and appointment or see a health professional.   The Health Stations are designed to provide users with key health and wellbeing information around the following metrics:   • Weight, Height & BMI  • Body Composition  • Blood Pressure  • Heart rate  • Lifestyle  The kiosks can provide the user with their ‘heart age’ based on the data above which makes them a useful and easy to understand tool to understand general health and wellbeing. This information which is gathered and provided to the user in an easy and hassle-free manner is fantastic and a huge positive for Jaguar Land Rover colleagues who want to have regular insight into their health and wellbeing. Keep track of your health: 1. Create your account Keep your health data in one place. This only needs to be done once, you will have the same login for all SiSU Health services. What email can I use? We recommend using a personal email address to ensure lifelong access to your SiSU membership and Health Check results. 2. Visit a Health Station In under 5 minutes, get access to health metrics including: Blood pressure & Heart rate Body composition Weight, Height & BMI Smoking status Heart age Additional surveys - subject to availability What other online resources do I get? You also get access to additional health plans and progress. 3. Explore your personal online Health Portal The one-stop online portal for access to your graphed Health Check result history and your SiSU Health Score. Non Manufacturing Locations Gayden - Triangle (near the Marketplace shop) Gaydon - Street (near the Costa self service machine) Ryton - On rotation between DC1, DC3 and DC7 Fen End - Atrium (EVO new facility) Whitney - Main Atrium Lyons Park (Brown Lane) - Safety and Wellbeing Room* NAIC University of Warwick - TBC* Manchester - 11th Floor* *The site will have the health station on a 3 month rotation basis. Manufacturing Locations Halewood - Paint People Centre Halewood - Centre for Wellbeing Halewood - Press Shop People Centre Halewood - Trim and Final People Centre Battery Assembly Centre (Hams Hall) - Amenities area, shop floor* Castle Bromwich - R Block EPMC (Wolverhampton) - SS2 Powertrain Way EPMC (Wolverhampton) - SS4 Module 4 Solihull - Paint Shop (Old Reception Area) Solihull - FA2 Wellbeing Hub Solihull - FA3 Wellbeing Hub Solihull - Block 62 Wellbeing Hub *The site will have the health station on a 3 month rotation basis.

Eating Well The NHS recommends eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions to stay healthy.   The Eatwell Guide is a great way of learning about what make up a balanced diet. However, people with special dietary needs or a medical condition should speak to their doctor or a registered dietitian for advice.   The Eatwell Guide says that to have a healthy, balanced diet, people should try to:   eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day    base their meals on higher fibre starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta   have some dairy or dairy alternatives (such as soya drinks)   eat some beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein   choose unsaturated oils and spreads, and eat them in small amounts   drink plenty of water (at least 6 to 8 glasses a day)  If you're having foods and drinks that are high in fat, salt and sugar, have these less often and in small amounts.   What is EatWell? EatWell is the Centre for Wellbeing’s (CfW) latest offering to help you improve your wellbeing. With bitesize videos that can be watched in your own time at your own pace, this is a great way to improve your understanding of nutrition and make some healthy changes.  EatWell lives on our self-referral platform on the Centre for Wellbeing booking site and is broken down into modules. Each module has multiple bitesize videos.  After each module there are a few questions to give you a chance to check your understanding, but this is not a test.  Eatwell Elearning is now live on Totara.   Need to lose weight? Most adults in England are overweight or obese. Check whether you're a healthy weight using the BMI calculator below.   If you need to lose weight, you can use the NHS weight loss plan. It's a free 12-week diet and exercise plan to help you lose weight and develop healthier habits.   NHS BMI Calculator  NHS Weight Loss Plan    Obesity 

EatWell can be utilised as a personal opportunity to upskill nutritional knowledge and improve habits but may also be useful as an offering for anyone looking for nutritional support for their team. The Centre for Wellbeing are pleased to announce the latest offering as part of the ‘Self-Referral’ programmes they have to offer. This does not require any kind of referral or attendance via Occupational Health, meaning that anyone and everyone can access it without the need for a referral. The ‘Self-Referral’ pathway relies on advertising rather than clinical referrals; therefore, we would appreciate your support in spreading the word. What is EatWell EatWell is the Centre for Wellbeing’s (CfW) latest offering to help you improve your wellbeing. With bitesize videos that can be watched in your own time at your own pace, this is a great way to improve your understanding of nutrition and make some healthy changes. EatWell lives on our self-referral platform on the Centre for Wellbeing booking site and is broken down into modules. Each module has multiple bitesize videos. After each module there are a few questions to give you a chance to check your understanding, but this is not a test. Who is it for? This is beneficial for everyone to learn more about their nutritional habits and ways they can improve. The information is created and delivered by the CfW’s in house nutritionist, Christian Smith. How long do I have to complete it? Don’t worry, once you start the course you will have 6 months to complete. If you do not complete in this time, you simply have to re-enrol yourself. Do I get anything for completing it? Totara provides badges and certificates for completion of courses. A reward system is being developed to reward those who engage in an accumulated number of courses. How can I book on? You can book onto this through the Centre for Wellbeing Booking Site.

What is it? MoveWell is a self-enrolment group session which focuses on total body flow, this is a continuous class so there is not a limit of how many sessions you can do. There are two types of class that you can book onto. MoveWell Stretch & Flex Wellbeing Physiologist-lead group-based self-enrolment 60-minute sessions. Focusing on flexibility, balance, and mobility sessions (Yoga/Pilates/self-myofascial Release and activation-based exercises), including cardio warm up and mindfulness cool down. MoveWell Circuits Wellbeing Physiologist-lead group-based self-enrolment 60-minute sessions. It is a self-paced, full body class designed to improve general fitness. Who is it for? This is beneficial for everyone at JLR for everyone to get movement into their workday and to focus on total body flow. This programme is only available during non-working hours unless your manager has given you permission to attend outside of this. How can I book on? You can book onto this through the Centre for Wellbeing Booking Site.  

The Centre for Wellbeing is a brand-new element within occupational health that can support with preventative wellbeing, rehabilitative wellbeing and wellbeing awareness and engagement and these are open from 08:00am until 16:00pm.     Back in 2019, the first Centre for Wellbeing was opened in Solihull, however, as of now, our six major sites in the UK all have a fully functional Centre for Wellbeing. The Centre for Wellbeing is our one-stop-shop for group and individual wellbeing intervention. This has happened by converting some of our biggest meeting rooms into multifunctioning spaces to accommodate classes covering topics that cover our Mind, Body and Life Pillars.    What we offer? Functional Restoration Programme 6-session small group-based programme that delivers tailored, corrective exercise programs for employees that require Musculoskeletal support or have reached the end of their physiotherapy.   BodyReady Delivered in a group-based environment to provide programs for people who would benefit from lifestyle enhanced exercise classes.    Mind BodyReady 6-week programme that provides support through progressive, holistic rehabilitation to encourage both mental and physical health. MoveWell Self-enrolment group session currently split into two offerings. Flex and stretch which focuses on total body flow and Circuits which is performed at a higher intensity.   EatWell EatWell is the Centre for Wellbeing’s (CfW) nutritional support offering. With bitesize videos that can be watched in your own time at your own pace, this is a great way to improve your understanding of nutrition and make some healthy changes.   LiveWell LiveWell is a group-based Wellbeing experience lasting 3.5 hours. This is open to anyone, bookable through a manager and covers health metrics, health coaching, group interaction, a nutrition workshop and a healthy nutritious lunch provided. LeadWell LeadWell is our bespoke individual health coaching programme. This covers various lifestyle habits while having the opportunity to use our immersive Racing Simulator. Access to this 75 minute is by invitation only.    RunWell (Gaydon only) A small group based running session tailored for beginners around the grounds of JLR.   Webinars Various health and education workshops on lifestyle and wellbeing topics.  

Find out the key facts about these two important numbers What is Hypertension (high blood pressure)? High blood pressure (Hypertension) is known as the silent killer. Most people do not realise they have it  until something bad happens. Blood pressure measures how strongly the blood presses against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps it around your body. If this pressure is too high, it puts strain on your arteries and heart, making you more likely to suffer a heart attack, stroke or kidney disease.  A normal blood pressure reading should be less than 140/90. The top/first number (systolic pressure) is the pressure within your arteries when your heart contracts; and the second/bottom number (diastolic pressure) is the pressure when your heart is between beats. Anything consistently over the range  of 140/90 means your blood pressure is in the high range and could mean you have hypertension.    WHO IS AT RISK   You are at increased risk of high blood pressure if you:  Overweight  Have a relative with high blood pressure  Eat a lot of salt  Don’t get enough fruit and vegetables  Don’t do enough exercise  Drink a lot of caffeine (coffee or other caffeine-based drinks)  Drink a lot of alcohol  Smoke  Over the age of 65  If you fall into any of these groups, consider making changes to your lifestyle to lower your risk of high blood pressure.  TREATMENT   High blood pressure needs to be closely monitored until it is brought under control. Your Doctor will usually suggest changes to your lifestyle and potentially medication to achieve this. You can have your blood pressure monitored by your Doctor, practice nurse or local pharmacy.  Salt A diet high in salt can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.  Adults should eat no more than 6g of salt a day (2.4g sodium) – that's around 1 teaspoon. However, some food labels may only state the sodium content. Don't confuse salt and sodium figures. To convert sodium to salt, you need to multiply the sodium amount by 2.5. For example, 1g of sodium per 100g is 2.5 grams of salt per 100g.  Adults should eat no more than 2.4g of sodium per day, as this is equal to 6g of salt.  You don't have to add salt to your food to eat too much of it – around 75% of the salt we eat is already in everyday foods such as bread, breakfast cereal and ready meals.  Remember, whether you're eating at home, cooking or eating out, don't add salt to your food automatically – taste it first.  Look out for the salt content in the everyday foods you buy, and choose lower-salt options. Nutrition labels on food packaging now make this a lot easier.  Smoking Stopping smoking is the single best thing you can do for your heart. While it doesn’t directly influence your blood pressure, it causes your arteries to narrow just like high blood pressure does, so this means the narrowing will happen much more quickly. This means you’re at a much higher risk of heart and circulatory diseases like heart attack or stroke. Plus there are lots of other health risk associated with smoking. Click here [link to smoking cessation page] to find out more Exercise Staying active helps keep your heart strong and your blood pressure in check. This in turn reduces your risk of other heart and circulatory diseases like heart attack or stroke. In fact, being active reduces your risk of these diseases by 35%!   Exercise helps reduce your blood pressure by strengthening your heart, meaning it can pump blood with less effort. This reduced the amount of pressure in your arteries.  Click here to learn more about being more active 

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Money worries can have a significant impact on your life. They can affect your relationships with those close to you and leave you feeling anxious and stressed. While this doesn’t automatically mean you have a mental health problem, left unchecked, issues can snowball and impact many aspects of your life including your physical and mental health. However, there is lots of support and advice available to you to help you tackle these problems.   And if your finances aren’t causing you any concerns, it’s often a good idea to check and see if you’re making the most of your money.  Whatever your position, there’s usually no time like the present for taking a closer look at your finances.   The Government’s independent money advice organisation, Money Helper, has several helpful tools and guides, including a Midlife Money MOT.   They are sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions to ensure everyone across the UK has access to the impartial guidance and information they need to make effective financial decisions throughout their lifetime. They also offer free, confidential, impartial advice.  Your Retirement Savings Whether you are a DB member or a DC member JLR supports its employees for their financial future.   DC members can access various resources on the Scottish Widows infosite here including the latest JLR newsletters, contribution tools and much more.   DB members can access their online account via BenPal here. This includes various information about your pension, in addition to mail updates and newsletters directly to you.  

JLR values and supports employee development and learning and encourages people to consider how they can grow through new experiences and challenges and by exploring the variety of resources on offer. You are encouraged to be proactive in identifying your own learning opportunities. Take time regularly to think about what you want and need to learn, why and how. Talk to others about SuccessFactors LMS Search in  SuccessFactors LMS  for learning that will be recorded in your JLR learning history. Search classroom, virtual classrooms, e-learning, videos and reading material. Look in your learning assignments to discover the essential learning that has been assigned to you, complete and evaluate the essential JLR learning.  SAP JAM Search in SAP JAM for a variety of informal learning that won't be recorded in your JLR learning history. You can share links, comment on learning and share directly with other JLR colleagues. Digital learning doesn't have to be lonely experience, get involved with learning on SAP JAM upload an article, encourage your colleagues to read and share their point of view.  JLR Learning Library The JLR Learning Library can be accessed from both SuccessFactors LMS and SAP JAM. The Learning Library links to resources provided by our external supplier and you can search for a wide range of learning on topics from Leadership & Strategy to Services, Projects & Operations. The Learning Library contains over 2,000 pieces of content: videos, audio, animations, bite-sized top tips, self-assessment forms, how to guides and more. Please note that any learning completed in JLR Learning Library is not currently recorded in your SuccessFactors learning record.  Use a  growth plan  to help you think through and define what you want to achieve and identify actions you can take to make it happen.  You may also want to consider seeking some feedback from your peers and stakeholders about what you have done well and what you could improve on using the 'request feedback' option in SuccessFactors 'Continuous Performance'.  If a colleague is good at what you want to improve at, ask them to help you as a  coach or mentor , or ask your manager to help you find one.  There may be opportunities to work towards an  academic or professional qualification  such as a chartership relevant to your job.  Personal development planning is the process of creating an action plan for your learning and growth based on awareness, reflection and goal setting to achieve your personal career goals. We encourage you to record your personal growth plan and also discuss it with your line manager.  Choosing and booking courses Remember that attending courses is expensive in both time and monetary terms. The price of courses ranges from hundreds to thousands of pounds, depending on their level and duration and therefore your manager will need to approve it. Before booking a course be clear on what you want to learn, why and how you will know you have achieved your goal after attending. It is essential to discuss your learning goals with your line manager so that you can follow up on outcomes and next steps from the course and can ensure commitment and availability to attend. If you would like to learn about something, not necessarily to do with your job, in your own time, find out how JLR promotes lifelong learning for its employees through our Employee Learning Scheme.  If you or someone you manage requires specific training for technical or health and safety reasons which cannot be found on SuccessFactors, please raise a HR Direct ticket by emailing HRDirect@jaguarlandrover.com. 

What are they? There has been a lot of research into what affects our mental wellbeing, and time and time again, a few things were consistently shown to make a positive difference. These are known as the Five Ways to Wellbeing. If you give them a try, you may feel happier, more positive and able to get the most from life.   Being Active We think that the mind and body are separate, but what you do with your body can have a powerful effect on your mental wellbeing. You don't have to go to the gym - take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football. Find an activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your life.  Connecting with others When it comes to our wellbeing, other people matter. Connect with the people around you: your family, friends, colleagues and neighbors’. Spend time developing these relationships. Evidence shows that good relationships – with family, friends and our wider communities – are important for our mental wellbeing. Building stronger, wider social connections can help us feel happier and more secure, and give us a greater sense of purpose.   You can find lots of social groups on Yammer covering a wide range of interests. Why not take a look to meet some likeminded people. Taking Notice It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Be more aware of the present moment, including your thoughts and feelings, your body and the world around you. Some people call this awareness "mindfulness". It can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges. Mindfulness can help us enjoy life more and understand ourselves better. You can take steps to develop it in your own life. Check out the JLR Mindfulness e-learning course on SuccessFactors.  Giving to others Even the smallest act can count, whether it's a smile, a thank you or a kind word. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve your mental wellbeing and help you build new social networks. Most people would agree that giving to others is a good thing. But it can also do a lot of good for your own mental wellbeing. It can make you feel happier and more satisfied with life. Sometimes we think of wellbeing in terms of what we have: our income, our home or car, or our job. But evidence suggests it's our actions and our thoughts that have the biggest impact on mental wellbeing. Helping and supporting other people, and working with others towards a shared goal, is good for our mental wellbeing. JLR employees can have up to 16 hours a year to spend volunteering, so why not arrange a team volunteering day instead of the usual team day activities?   Keep learning It doesn't have to mean getting more qualifications. There are lots of different ways to bring learning into your life. Learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement, new confidence, and build self-esteem. So why not sign up for that cooking course, start learning to play a musical instrument, or figure out how to fix your bike? Learning new skills can be useful, but research shows it can also improve our mental wellbeing. Our Employee Learning Scheme allows you to get £250 a year towards a huge number of courses, covering things from jewellery making to advanced driving. Why not give it a go and learn something new?   You can find a wealth of learning resources within the Jaguar and Land Rover Learning Academy to help engage and inspire Every Mind Matters Public Health England’s Every Mind Matters campaign aims to help everyone take better care of their own mental health. They’ve created a helpful tool to build your own mind plan, which includes lots more helpful tips like the ones on this page. Visit our Every Mind Matters page to find our more and take the quiz.  

JLR TBSI is deeply committed to maintaining and enhancing the health and wellbeing of our people. We understand that when our employees thrive, our business thrives. By prioritizing wellbeing, we aim to create an environment where everyone can perform at their best.  Employee Assistance Programme At JLR TBSI, we believe mental wellbeing is critical to living and working at your best. It encompasses how we think, feel, and act in our daily lives. To support this, we have partnered with Mind Peers/ Tata 1Mg - a digital mental health platform offering self-care tools, therapy and counselling through certified mental health professionals. Services include:    Personalised Mental Health Support: Certified professionals offer guidance for managing stress, anxiety, depression and more.  Psychological Assessments: Get deeper insights into your mental health through structured evaluations.   Self-Reflection Journaling: Explore self-discovery, emotional processing, structured reflection and track your mental wellbeing.  Monthly Wellness Webinars: Topics include practical activities such as Face & Desk Yoga, Men’s Mental wellness and other wellness practices  Medical Insurance: India/ JLR TBSI Having the best health insurance in India is essential due to the ever-increasing cost of healthcare services. Therefore, as an employee benefit programme, we’ve partnered with Bajaj Health – one of India’s leading health insurance providers, to offer comprehensive health coverage, access to quality healthcare  and financial benefits, ensuring peace of mind during medical emergencies.  Key services include:  Preventive Health Checkups  Maternity Benefits  Cashless treatment and more                                Internal and External Cogenital Disease  Pre and post hospitalisation covers   Centre for Wellbeing, India At JLR TBSI, we’ve created a vibrant Centre for Wellbeing, India is all about helping you unwind, connect, and recharge. From Snooker, Chess, Carrom, and Foosball, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. These activities are thoughtfully designed to reduce stress, foster collaboration, and improve both mental and physical health.   If you need a quick refresh, head over to the space and sip on a variety of beverages, from freshly brewed coffee to comforting soups. But that’s not all! The centre is instrumental in conducting several indoor and outdoor sports activities. Employees are sorted into four dynamic teams inspired by the magical houses of the Harry Potter series. Whether it’s an Inter-House Badminton Tournament, a Chess Tournament or a thrilling Inter-House Football Tournament, there’s always something fun brewing to spark camaraderie and team spirit.  Smart Spending A range of exclusive benefits and discounts are available for all Jaguar Land Rover employees through Tata Group’s ‘Tata Share Smile’ platform, designed to add value and helps you save more. You can explore incredible deals across categories like: Tata Products and Services Health and Wellness Travel and Leisure Education and Learning Retails   Food and dining Employee stock options Tech and Gadgets  Login to Tata Share Smile and make the most of your benefits with Smart Spending. Fitness Centre For our colleagues at the TBSI Bangalore office, there is an on-site Fitness Centre that is fully equipped with a wide range of training equipment and guided by certified trainers to support your fitness journey.   Colleagues also enjoy discounted access to the swimming pool, making it even more fun and helping you feel your best every day.  Transportation Benefit We understand that a safe and stress-free commute plays a big role in your mental wellbeing. This is why TBSI Bangalore location offers a secure and reliable transportation service to and from the office. Colleagues can register and book their rides through, ensuring a smooth and worry-free journey everyday. Cafeteria We believe that healthy food is the fuel to both body and mind. Our cafeteria in the TBSI Pune location offers wholesome, delicious meals at nominal charges, helping you stay energized and focused. Colleagues can conveniently book their meals through and enjoy nutritious food.

Digicare+ Workplace is an app provided to JLR by Aviva and run by Square Health and is available to all UK JLR employees​ and their immediate family (partner and children up to 18 years old, or 21 and in full time education).     Once signed up, the Aviva DigiCare+ app gives you the guidance and care you need to help prevent, detect and manage any aspects of your physical and mental health. Each year, you and your family will have access to a range of medical and wellbeing support, including:      3 virtual GP appointments       6 mental health appointments      Bereavement support    6 nutritionist appointments       2 second medical opinions      Annual health check (employee only)  Number of consultations refreshes every financial year in April.    The Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace app can be downloaded from the app store*. Please check the People Portal or Wellbeing SharePoint site for the PIN required to verify you are a JLR employee      *Please ensure the correct app is downloaded - Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace. There are other similar apps  

Information on support services on domestic abuse  Anyone can experience domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexuality or background.   If you’re experiencing domestic abuse and feel frightened of, or controlled by, a partner, an ex-partner, family member or someone you live with, it’s important to remember that it’s not your fault. Accessing help and support may  feel like a difficult step to take, however there is support available and you are not alone.  Signs of domestic abuse may not be overt or physical and if you are unsure please see Gov.uk here for more information.  If you are in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police. If you can’t speak and are calling on a mobile press 55 to have your call transferred to the police. Find out how to call the police when you can’t speak below. National Services ncdv Domestic Violence & Abuse · Emergency Injunction Service. safe lives About domestic abuse | Safelives has a leave site button that takes you to bbc news straight away and deletes the safelives website tab to hide from abuser. (national and not gender specified) For those in Northern Ireland/ Scotland and Wales live fear free For Wales. domestic and sexual abuse helpline For Northern Ireland. domestic abuse and forced marriage helpline For Scotland. Many individuals may feel more secure engaging with support services specifically in relation to their gender identity and the below provides services which may be beneficial. flows FLOWS | Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors has a quick close button that takes you straight to google (can find local help and for women) men's adviceline Support line for male victims of domestic abuse. women's aid Women's Aid galop If you identify as LGBT+ you can call Galop on 0800 999 5428 for emotional and practical support   

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that is representative of our customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work, and reach their full potential.  Getting involved If you have any questions or queries on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please contact the team on diverse5@jaguarlandrover.com.  We are JLR The We are JLR network is the umbrella network that brings together the various employee led networks across JLR with the purpose of sharing ideas and best practice. It enables an holistic view of activities are happening across the business to create a diverse and inclusive place to work and helps to inform the overall diversity and inclusion strategy.  Employee Networks Employee networks are an incredibly powerful way to engage people in diversity, equity and inclusion. Employee networks are built and run by volunteers from across JLR and support the development of our organisations Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy as well as providing support and networking opportunities for their members. The following networks are available for you to join: ACH – African and Caribbean Heritage Network (Viva Engage group)   AFCN - Armed Forces Community Network (Viva Engage group)   AFCN - Armed Forces Community Network (SharePoint site)   Care for Carers (Viva Engage group)   FAITH NETWORK (Viva Engage Group)   Christians @ JLR (Viva Engage group)   Christians @ JLR (SharePoint site)   Hindu Network (Viva Engage Group)   Islamic Society (Viva Engage group)   Islamic Society (SharePoint site)   Sikh Network (Viva Engage Group)   GEN - Gender Equality Network (Viva Engage group)   GEN - Gender Equality Network (SharePoint site)   Pride - LGBT + and allies (Viva Engage group)   Pride - LGBT+ and allies (SharePoint site)   REACH - Racial Equality & Cultural Heritage (Viva Engage group)   REACH - Racial Equality & Cultural Heritage (Sharepoint site)   SHINE - Disability Network (Viva Engage group)   SHINE - Disability Network (Sharepoint site)   NEURODIVERSITY MATTERS (Viva Engage Group)   WIE&A Women in Engineering and allies (Viva Engage group)   WIE&A Women in Engineering and allies (SharePoint site)   Working parents (Viva Engage group)   Network committee members Network committee members are allocated dedicated time by JLR to progress our DE&I strategy. For more information on the hours available and which roles they cover, please click below.  Learning about diversity, equity and inclusion There are a number of resources available to help you understand diversity, equity and inclusion further and the role that you can play in creating an inclusive working environment Good Practice Diversity Play  Unconscious Bias e-learning  JLR Learning Academy (SAP JAM) informal learning on DE+I  DEI Smartbook (https://jlrglobal.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/JLR-People-Portal/Shared%20Documents/DE%26I%20Smartbook.pdf?csf=1&web=1&e=w2YN2z) All of these can be accessed via the https://hcm-eu20.hr.cloud.sap/sf/learning?bplte_company=C0001130632P Line Managers If you are a line manager you will have been assigned the mandatory e-learning "Diversity and Inclusion - an overview for People Managers" This will assist you with how to manage a diverse team.  Policy and process Our diversity, equity and inclusion activities build upon established Equal Opportunity practices at JLR. For further information on policy regarding DEI please see our Global Diversity and Inclusion Policy. Transitioning at work If you are or someone you manage is transitioning, see the transitioning at work employee guidance and transitioning at work manager guidance.  Changing your personal information and diversity data You can make changes to your personal information and diversity data directly in SuccessFactors.   See the Personal Information page for further details.  Please contact HR Direct to change Name or Gender. Inclusive facilities JLR is working to provide inclusive facilities at all our sites. For details see inclusive facilities. 

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