Physical, mental well-being top priorities for Indians in 2024: Report

Physical and mental wellbeing along with personal finance management have emerged as the top priorities for Indian adults in the year 2024 according to a report on TuesdayThe report Amex Trendex by American Express is based on a survey conducted across geographies including India Australia Canada Japan Mexico the UK and the USIt showed that physical wellness 76 per cent and personal finance 69 per cent are the top areas of focus for IndiansAbout 80 per cent Indians plan to spend more on resolutions this year as compared to 2023Of those Indians prioritising physical wellness top resolutions include eating healthier 73 per cent more outdoor activities 63 per cent and getting a home exercise machine 51 per centOf those Indians with personal financial goals top resolutions include growing savings 81 per cent and investing more or growing investments 75 per centIndians are aware of whatrsquos important to have a fulfilling life and for committing to holistic wellbeing said Sanjay Khanna CEO and country manager American Express Banking Corp India in a statementThis is clearly evident from Amex Trendex that tracks the evolving consumer preferences including spending saving and traveling he addedFurther employed Indians are focusing on their mental health at workWorklife balance flexible work options and supportive work environment have emerged as top drivers for job satisfactionAbout 80 per cent of Indians prioritise their mental health at work more now compared to previous years with worklife balance 67 per cent flexible work options 61 per cent and a supportive work environment 60per cent being top drivers for job satisfactionAbout 78 per cent of Indians report their workplace offers health and wellness benefits and 84 per cent are very likely to utilise these benefits in 2024A whopping 82 per cent of Indians feel they are much more likely to reach their goals if supported by their workplaceIndian adults are also looking forward to experiencing more live sporting events this yearAbout 61 per cent of Indians are much more likely to attend live sporting events more often in 2024 compared to last year while 97 per cent are willing to travel to attend a sporting event this yearAnd 69 per cent are very likely to purchase a ticket with exclusive accessSetting sustainability resolutions also a key focus area for Indians Among those planning on setting sustainability habits resolutions 59 per cent plan on using less plastic or onetime use products while 58 per cent would want to improve their recycling habits at homeAbout 56 per cent Indians would like to improve their travel habits with 66 per cent looking to book accommodations that prioritise sustainabilityThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever