Benefits Think How employers can rethink workplace benefits to better support Americans’ well-being

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American workers’ well-being remains alarmingly low. 

According to Guardian’s most recent Mind, Body, and Wallet® report, only one-third of workers said they are doing well. In looking at key inputs that influence overall well-being, just 36% reported very good or excellent mental health, 37% indicated very good or excellent physical health, and only 32% said they had very good or excellent financial health. While each of these factors is important, the study found that financial wellness accounted for an outsized portion — about 40% — of overall well-being, whereas physical and mental wellness contributed 33% and 27%, respectively. 

Matt Darula
Head of product and digital offerings

Matt Darula is head of product and digital offerings for Guardian Life Insurance's employee benefits business, responsible for the design, development, and deployment of new offerings, … Read full bio


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