Application of Paradi Guna in Time Management

Abstract

Time is a scarce resource; importance of time cannot be explained in one or two sentence. It is such a resource that it needs to be looked at with very seriousness. Time management requires self-discipline.  It cannot be handled just with common sense or keeping some dairies. It involves various steps and attitudes that aim at work efficiency and balance in personal and professional life.  Poor time management in this technology driven era has become a big cause of work inefficiency especially in the youth. High involvement in social media, late-night sleep and spending time online for gaming are all the byproducts of using cellphones. It is therefore addiction to cell phones considered as one of the major causes of poor time management. In fact, cell phone was discovered for quick communications initially, but later on, it has taken a form of an essential commodity in one’s life. Additionally, the other factors responsible for poor time management are workplace gossips and the indulging oneself with gang of nine. Many efforts have been put to learn the skills of managing the time properly. But, still, the problem of poor time management seeks attention. Ayurveda – an ancient science of health care system has laid down a lot of principles. Among them, the utility of Parade Guna is a concept of its own kind. Paradi guna– a group of 10 qualities, mainly utilized as accessory properties useful in treating a condition. Considering poor time management as a disease of this modern era, these properties can be applied in Time management as well.  They help in developing effective strategy and guide as how the time can be used very wisely.