Some people think of well-being as physical health, but it’s more than that. The 5 key drivers of well-being are
- financial health
- physical health
- mental and emotional health
- social connectedness and
- career engagement.
Financial health
To help ensure your finances are healthy, consider the following:
- Create a budget and stick to it.
- Prioritize paying off debt.
- Set up an emergency savings account and save up enough to cover 3 – 6 months of expenses.
- Begin contributing to the 401(k) SMART Plan to save for retirement.
Financially Fresh, a free personal finance program from Publix Employees Federal Credit Union, can help you achieve your financial goals. You also can save money by using our Publix Discount Program.
Physical health
Keeping an eye on what you eat, how much you move and your weight are all important for staying healthy. Good habits in these areas can give you more energy while helping to reduce stress and your risk of certain diseases.
Getting established with a primary care doctor for regular checkups is also important. By doing this, you may avoid many long-term health problems.
The Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO Plan offers free preventive health screenings for eligible associates and their families. Enrolled associates can also use Amwell telehealth for urgent care and benefit from free diabetes management through Livongo.
Mental and emotional health
Emotional and physical health go hand in hand. The following tips could help you cultivate a positive mindset:
- Acknowledge your good deeds.
- Forgive yourself for your mistakes.
- Spend time with positive people.
- Reflect on your values and purpose.
On PASSport, you’ll find tips and tools from Mental Health America, a nonprofit organization that promotes mental well-being. If you’re enrolled in our BCBS PPO Plan, you can talk to a licensed mental health professional through Amwell telehealth. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can also help connect you with appropriate mental health resources.
Social connectedness
Social connectedness is how well you meet your social needs through the quality and types of relationships you have. You feel connected when you belong and receive the support you need.
You may find social connectedness in the workplace through service awards, thank-you gift cards, the My Publix, My Part program, Publix races and walks, associate perks and celebrations.
Career engagement
Career engagement relates to your enthusiasm for your work. Studies have shown that the more people focus on their strengths and what they are good at, the less likely they are to experience stress or sadness. To help enhance your career engagement, you can connect with co-workers, seek manager feedback, pursue growth opportunities and invest in your skills.
Career growth plays a role in how engaged you feel at work. Publix supports your growth through our
- associate ownership
- promote-from-within culture
- cross-training
- training and leadership development program
- progression path programs in retail (registration of interest) and industrial operations (notification of interest)
- tuition, GED and individual course reimbursement and
- adult education resources.
It takes a balanced approach, using all 5 drivers, to maintain a healthy state of well-being. For more information about our benefits and eligibility requirements, visit PASSport.
