Time waits for no one. In everything else that may seem unequal and unfair, the justice of time is unparalleled- as long as we live , the speed at which it moves and the quantity per day is exactly the same no matter who you are.
What makes it most precious is that once lost it cannot be regained. And it’s not infinite for us. And yet it’s strange how little we value it and how easily we waste it. Valuing time comes from understanding and valuing life. That the quality of our life is what we do and how we go through every minute. Two things are key – planning and utilisation.
Planning not only what we will do but more importantly assessing if it’s worth doing. Of course there will be unforeseen situations demanding our attention. Altering a plan is fine. Not having one is unacceptable.
Utilisation is critical. One thing at a time, giving it our full attention. Multi tasking makes us inefficient and worn out as we haven’t done justice to one thing in its entirety. Nor have we fully enjoyed the experience fully, leaving us with a feeling of incompleteness and prone to making mistakes.
Understanding time helps us build patience. That some things will take time and we need to wait.
Time develops our resilience. Knowing time is a healer, it allows us to stay our course and relationships in difficult times.
Time builds our confidence. Knowing that in times to come we still stand a chance to rebuild.
Time gives us perspective. That the only thing we truly have is the here and now.
Time is a great leveller. It teaches us that nothing in life remains forever and things change with time, building our humility and optimism.
But it is only when we love life will we value time. Because we will relish ever moment of the only thing that we really have – the Now.
So well put …Thanks for sharing Vivek !
A very timely reminder Vivek 🙂
Learn to use this limited time, with its ever changing events to discover the timeless constant.
Absolutely Milind !
Thank you, Vivek for reiterating such a precious gift to us…
Unfortunately, majority take it for granted and do not value it at all….
A simple day to day eg – do not respect others time and land up late for meetings/calls etc
Very important aspect Vipul in respecting other people’s time.
What you mentioned about multi tasking is wonderful and so helpful. It is so apt and to the point. I know people who take pride in multi tasking, but with due respect to them, they often end up doing things incorrectly. In fact I have noticed that they always have things pending. But when one gives their full attention to one thing, there is a feeling of fulfillment and satisfaction after they complete it since it has been done perfectly.