THEME: THE TIME

SUBJECT: WHAT IS THE VALUE AND IMPORTANCE OF TIME? AND

HOW CAN WE MANAGE AND BENEFIT FROM IT?

I-INTRODUCTION AND PRESENTATION.

 General Introducing & Presentation.
 The meaningful of TIME.
II- THE EVOLUTION AND PROCESS OF TIME
A- The main parts and particulars of time.
B- The evolution of Time and it’s requirements.
III- THE IMPORTANCE AND VALUE OF TIME IN LIFE
A- The importance of time in life time especially in Youth period.
B- The way that the religion mentioned and considered the value
of time.
IV- THE TIME MANAGEMENT
A- The main skills of time management.
B- The benefits and results of time management.
V- THE MAIN OBSTACLES OF TIME
A- The misusing and misunderstood of time (social media and
procrastination).
B- The resolution of those obstacles of time.
VI- THE CONSIDERATION OF TIME BY THE PEOPLE
A- The Previous people and their time.
B- The Present people and their time.
VII- THE CONCLUSION AND THANKS
 The recapitulation of time meaning.
 The solution of subject (importance & management).
 Briefly wisdoms & Cordially Thanks.

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I- INTRODUCTION AND PRESENTATION.
 General Introducing & Presentation.

At the first time I would like to start my speech with the NAME of Allah the
all mighty, the creator of this Universe and which has the most gracious and
the most merciful.
After that all prayers and blessing of Allah be upon our Prophet Mohamed.
And I am greeting also all of you with the best greeting of Islam « Peace be
of Allah be upon you » and especially I am thanking to our honorable
teacher who saying thanks you very much teacher and we hope that Allah
provides you a long time life with good deed and the highest paradise.
Now i am going to say or to discuss something about one of this important
subject “THE TIME”. Therefore the question that everyone of use must now
it’s answer is:

 The meaningful of TIME.

The time is the first thing which everyone owns freely, Time is also the most
precious thing that belongs to anyone right now. In addition Time is money
but more valuable than money because you can get back money after
spending for something but never time.
And yet, we all waste it.

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Time is truly a unique resource. It cannot be accumulated like money or
stockpiled like raw materials.
A lot We fritter it away on things that don’t matter, on people who don’t
deserve it, and on activities that don’t bring us joy.

Time is important because we only have a set amount of it. We can always
make more money, but no matter how rich or poor we are, we can’t make
more time
Time is the most precious, non-renewal commodity anyone has. You are
born with a set amount of time, and you have no way of knowing how much
time you have left on this Earth at any given moment. That’s why it’s
essential to make the most of your time and not take it for granted.

II- THE EVOLUTION AND PROCESS OF TIME

Time is the continued sequence of existence and events that occurs in an
apparently irreversible succession from the past, through the present, into
the future.
A- The main parts and particulars of time.

The past is about the time which has already passed. The present is about
the time that is happening as of now, and the future is about the time which
is yet to happen.
The past is the set of all events that occurred before a given point in time.
The past is contrasted with and defined by the present and the future. The
concept of the past is derived from the linear fashion in which human
observers experience time, and is accessed through memory and recollection

The view that the past and the future and the objects and events of the past
and future exist in just the same way as the objects and events of the
present moment.
 Parts of the day: Morning, Noon, After-Noon, Evening, And Night.

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B- The evolution of Time and it’s requirements

PERCEPTION OF TIME: THE PAST THE PRESENT AND THE FUTURE

We feel the passage of time in the present, our interaction with the world
in the present creates our memories which are then relegated to the past as
we venture into the unknown future. The present gives us the most real
feeling of time however almost all of what we perceive as now is already
past. The present is a fleeting moment; whatever is happening now
(present) is confined to an infinitesimally narrow point on the time line
which is being encroached upon by the past and the future. Present
resembles the sharp point of a recording laser or needle; it may be the
mental awareness of recording of memory as it is being perceived and
inscribed into our neurons. Unlike the present we see past and future as
measurable durations of time. Past historical events, a meeting, or a
wedding reception are all measurable durations or extensions in time, just
like a recorded material on tape. This similarity suggests that past is more
like a recorded memory, while future can be compared to an unrecorded
tape. Another interesting observation pointed out by philosopher Mc
Taggart was that historical events also have the same time characteristic as
stories that are just creations of the human imagination. Both stories and
historical events contain the time concepts of earlier, the later, the past the
present and the future suggesting that past is nothing more than memory
of events. Future appears to be a projection created by our past
experiences stored in our memory.

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III- THE IMPORTANCE AND VALUE OF TIME IN LIFE

A- The importance of time in life time especially in Youth period.

Time plays a significant role in human life. If you understand the value of
time better, you can gain experience and develop skills over time. Time has
great importance in human life, including: Time is related to all that is
going on around us, so we often hear about the time dimension, because
time is an essential element of life.

Time represents special milestones, including birthdays, anniversaries and

the birth of babies and helps us organize our daily lives and activities, so
we can live a more organized and productive life. Time is one of the most
mysterious forces in the universe. Time plays a significant role in our life.
Time helps us make a good habit of structuring and organizing our daily
activities. If you understand the value of time better, you can gain
experience and develop skills over time. Time is the most valuable resource
because you cannot take it back.
Why does Time matter so much?

 Here are 10 reasons why time is so important:

1- Time acts as both a teacher and a healer. Sometimes, the only way to get
a new, healthy outlook on a situation is to give it time. Time teaches us the
value of life and makes you feel happy to be alive. A difficult or painful
situation will seem less bad as time passes.

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 2- Time is the one thing that you can never get back. Once time has gone, it
will never return.
3- Nobody knows how much time they have. People can die at any age and
for any reason.
4- Every single thing in the universe is bound to time. Gradually all things
start aging and eventually decay as time progresses.
5- We are aware of three stages of time - the past, the present, and the
future but the only time we actually have is the present.
6-Time affects happiness. A person's perspective of time has a big impact on
their happiness and peace of mind.
7- Mastering our available time is essential. Managing it poorly or well has a
huge impact on life.
8- Skills development takes time, whether that skill is what you love or
what you think is best for your future, it depends on how much time you
invest.
9- Relationships are made or broken due to the amount of time you invest.
The amount of time you invest is often the main difference between a deep
relationship, loyalty, and one that’s shallow.
10- Everyone has the same 24 hours a day, so no one can complain about
not having time for the things they want to do.

B- The way that the religion considered the value of time.

The time is really very expensive than everything on the world aside of our
best and precious religion has extremely honored the time for many ways.
In the holly Quran and many other sayings of our messenger “peace be
upon him”. Like:

Therefore in the holly Quran Allah had mentioned many time swearing the
parts of the time like: the morning, the day and the night …..etc.

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That shows us the importance of time

While the great imam Hassan al-basri also said:

Time is truly
a unique
resource. It
cannot be accumulated like money or stockpiled like raw materials.
We are forced to spend it, whether we choose to or not, and at a fixed rate
of 60 seconds every minute, 60 minutes in each hour and 24 hours in each
day. It cannot be turned on and off like a machine or replaced like a person.
It is always consumed and irretrievable.

IV- THE TIME MANAGEMENT

Time been the first gift from Allah to us we must manage it in order to use
it wisely and delicately there for:
There never seems to be enough time in the day. But some people get more
results in their day. It depends on how they manage their time.
Indeed, optimizing and managing your time as well as possible, allows you
to gain productivity in many areas.

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 A- The main skills of time management

According to the Pomodoro method, method of young student at the

Francesco Cirillo University said. To manage our time we must follow
4 steps.
 First, list all the things to do. Classify tasks as urgent, important to deal with
first in order to respect the priority.
Cut them into small very precise spots of about 25 minutes. Each task must
have a precise time so as not to waste time.
 Set rest times between each task (5 to 10 minutes). This allows you to find
the energy to do the next task effectively.
 Isolate yourself and eliminate anything that may persist in your
concentration and not accepted negative influence.
After that, there are other ways to manage time. Such us:
 Planning your time, planning your time takes advantage of the whole day.
To plan the time it is necessary that create a schedule for each day that is
made up of all the tasks for your day. You must prepare this schedule as
soon as you get up in the morning, respecting the priority of the tasks.
 After creating the schedule, you have to work daily and respect the tasks in
the order you have put. If you mix things up you risk forgetting some things.

B- The benefits and results of time management

There are several advantages for time management. But the main
advantages are:
 Time management allows for greater efficiency and productivity with less
stress.
 When you manage your time, it’s easier to get better results and achieve
bigger goals in a simple and productive way.
 It allows you to work less and get better results.
 It improves the balance between your professional life and your private life
and thus increases your level of happiness.
 They also allow you to reduce the time spent on unimportant tasks and
increase the time spent on important tasks.

V- THE MAIN OBSTACLES OF TIME

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 Time having a incredible value and importance there are a lot of problems
which became obstacles to know it’s value and benefit from it like:
A- The misusing and misunderstood of time (social media and
procrastination).

Definition of procrastination: Procrastination is the act of delaying or

putting off tasks until the last minute, or past their deadline. Some
researchers define procrastination as a "form of self-regulation failure
characterized by the irrational delay of tasks despite potentially negative

Social-media procrastination occurs when someone unnecessarily postpones

something they should be doing, by engaging with social media instead. For
example, if a student spends time on Facebook when they should be writing a
school paper, then they’re engaging in social-media procrastination.People
can procrastinate on social media in various ways. For example, this can
involve: Checking phone notifications from a social-media app (e.g.,
Instagram, Snapchat, or TikTok). Continually scrolling through a social-media
platform (e.g., Twitter or Pinterest) in search of new content. Repeatedly
refreshing a social-media website (e.g., Reddit, Youtube, or some forum),
waiting for updates on something. Different people procrastinate on social
media using different combinations of activities, and can engage with
different types of content while doing so. For example, some people engage
with diverse types of content, such as posts, photos, and memes, produced by
diverse people, such as themselves, their friends, and members of their
community, in various ways, such as uploading, viewing, and commenting on
content. Conversely, some people engage mainly with one type of content in
one way, for instance by primarily watching videos produced by specific
content creators. In addition, different people procrastinate using different
combinations of social media platforms. For example, some people
procrastinate using three different platforms in roughly equal proportions,
while others procrastinate using only one platform. In some cases, the
platform that people procrastinate on is reflected in the name of their
behavior, as in the case of procrastinating on Face book, which is sometimes
referred to as Face procrastination; this reflects the potential differences
between different social media platforms, which can lead to different causes
and patterns of procrastination. Certain platforms that people procrastinate
on aren’t necessarily seen as social media, but nevertheless involve many key
aspects of social media. For example, multiplayer video games are often
viewed primarily as gaming platforms, but they involve many activities that
characterize social media, such as connecting, interacting, and
communicating with people via an online social network.

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Procrastinating on social media can lead to various issues, including worse
academic performance, worse financial status, worse emotional wellbeing,
worse mental health, worse physical health, and delay in getting treatment
for one’s issues. The specific issues that procrastination causes depend on
factors such as when and how people procrastinate. For example, if someone
procrastinates on social-media to delay working on academic assignments,
then that can cause them to fail an exam, whereas if they procrastinate on
workplace assignments, then that can cause them to get fired. Nevertheless,
in both cases, the procrastinator may also suffer from issues such as lack of
sleep and increased stress. In addition, increased time that people spend on
social media can sometimes also cause or exacerbate various issues, such as
emotional exhaustion and low self-esteem. These issues are particularly
prevalent among people who are vulnerable to the potential dangers of social
media, for example because they suffer from depression or are prone to
social comparisons. Furthermore, these issues are prevalent among those
who use social media in problematic ways, for example by presenting
themselves in a disingenuous manner, or by primarily consuming
information in a passive way. Something pushes them to procrastinate, and
they do it on social media. For example, this can happen when someone
wants to avoid dealing with a task that’s unpleasant, boring, or frustrating, so
they turn to social media instead. Similarly, this can happen when someone
wants to improve their mood or escape reality, so they turn to social media
when they should be doing something else (e.g., getting ready for bed). Social
media pushes them to procrastinate. For example, this can happen when a
student keeps getting distracted by constant phone notifications, so they
delay studying for a test. Similarly, this can happen when someone gets
caught up in posting on social media, so they forget to do the work that they
should be doing. There for The great Imam Ibn Qayyim said:

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 B- The resolution of those obstacles of time.
To stop procrastinating on social media, you should first figure out when and
how you do so, and what’s causing you to do it. Once you understand the
nature of your procrastination problem, you can identify and use the most
relevant anti-procrastination techniques, such as the following: Limit your
access to social media. For example, if you need to get work done, you can do
things such as block your access to social-media apps and websites using
dedicated tools, turn off the internet access on your computer, leave your
phone in a different room than the one you’re working in, or go somewhere
where you can’t access social media (e.g., the library). Make it harder to go on
social media. For example, you can log out of your favorite social-media app
after each time you use it, and make logging back in as effortful as possible
(e.g., by enabling two-factor authentication and not saving your password).
Minimize the cues that trigger your social-media use. For example, you can
put your phone on mute so you won’t hear new social-media notifications, or
disable those notifications entirely. Similarly, you can put the icons to your
favorite social-media apps in a folder away from your home screen, so you
won’t see them each time you open your phone. Add a time delay before you
procrastinate. If you can’t avoid procrastinating entirely, commit to having a
time delay before you indulge your impulse to do so. For example, this can
involve counting to 10 before you’re allowed to open a new tab on the social-
media website that you usually use to procrastinate. In addition, you can also
use other anti-procrastination techniques, which can help with
procrastination in general, and which might therefore also help with social-
media procrastination: Set concrete goals. For example, instead of a vague
goal, such as “work on the project”, set a concrete goal, such as “work on the
project today between 7–8 and finish the outline”. Break your work into
small and manageable steps. For example, if you have a large project that
feels overwhelming, such as writing a research paper, you can break it down
into a series of small steps, such as creating an outline, finding relevant
resources, and writing the introduction. Start with a tiny step. For example,
commit to writing only a single sentence or exercising for only 2 minutes,
while giving yourself permission to stop after taking that tiny first step, to
reduce the pressure associated with getting started. Give yourself permission
to make mistakes. For example, if you’re writing a paper, accept that your
work won’t be perfect, especially when it comes to the first draft. Switch
between tasks. For example, if you’re stuck on a task and can’t make

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progress, switch to a different task until you’re ready to go back to the first
one. Prepare for future contingencies. For example, figure out which
distractions might tempt you to procrastinate, and plan how you will deal
with them. Schedule your work according to your productivity cycles. For
example, if you find it easier to concentrate on creative tasks in the morning,
then you should schedule such tasks for that time period as much as possible.
Improve your work environment. For example, if your current work
environment has a lot of irritating background noise, get noise-canceling
headphones or go somewhere quieter. For example, you can find a role
model to imitate or an authority figure to hold you accountable, or you can
associate with people who motivate you to make progress while minimizing
your contact with people who make you feel stressed. Note that if you’re
trying to avoid spending too much time online and on social media, then it
can be particularly beneficial to focus on building a social-support network
that’s available offline. Get enough rest. For example, if you need to work
hard on tasks that require deep concentration, make sure to take enough
breaks that you don’t get burnt out. To encourage yourself to do this, you can
remind yourself that even if getting rest might reduce your productivity in
the short term, it will generally be much better for you in the long term, in
terms of both your productivity and wellbeing. Figure out what you’re afraid
of, and address your fears.
For example, if you realize that you’re worried about getting negative
feedback from someone who isn’t really important, you can tell yourself that
their feedback doesn’t matter. Deal with underlying issues.
If your procrastination is the result of a serious underlying issue, such as
anxiety, depression, or ADHD, deal with that issue, using professional help if
necessary. This will help you both with procrastination, as well as with the
underlying issue itself. Develop self-efficacy. Specifically, this is your belief in
your ability to perform the actions needed to achieve your goals. You can
develop it in various ways, such as identifying the strategies that you can use

to achieve your goals, and then thinking about how you can execute those

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strategies successfully. Forgive yourself for past procrastination. For
example, if you need to get started on a task that you’ve been postponing for
a long time, you can say “I shouldn’t have postponed this task in the first
place, but that’s in the past, and what’s important now is to move on and just
get this done”. Develop self-compassion. Specifically, you should develop the
three components of self-compassion: self-kindness, which involves being
nice to yourself, common humanity, which involves recognizing that
everyone experiences challenges, and mindfulness, which involves accepting
your emotions in a non-judgmental manner. Acknowledge and reward your
progress. For example, you can treat yourself to some pleasant treat once
you’ve managed to achieve your study goals for a week in a row. When
figuring out which anti-procrastination techniques to use and how to use
them, you might benefit from considering what advice you would give to a
friend if they were in your situation, since doing so can often help see things
more clearly than when considering directly what’s best for yourself.
In addition, you might benefit from writing down things such as your goals,
tasks, or plan of action. Doing this can help you think through the situation
more clearly, remember your reasoning, and make everything that you
decide feel more concrete, all of which can be beneficial in reducing
procrastination. Finally, note that you can use a similar approach to help
someone else deal with their procrastination. For example, if you’re a parent
looking to help your child, you can sit with them to figure out what’s causing
them to procrastinate, and then help them pick and implement relevant anti-
procrastination techniques.

VI- THE CONSIDERATION OF TIME BY THE PEOPLE

A- The Previous people and their time.

The time’s value isn’t valuable at the same way by the people.
The previous people were differently used their time profiting as it is.
Because they understood it’s value therefore they knew that it is limited
and will never been stopped by none.
The thought of thresholds proposes a method of reflection which gives a
fundamental place to passage and change. “Solitude” is primarily a tracking
tool that seeks to identify the presence or absence of thresholds in methods
or systems, whether philosophical, artistic or scientific. “Solitude” is an
invitation to a new way of seeing, an examination of existing things and a
possibility of inventing new ones. Introducing a philosophy by a method

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already invites participation and immediately presents itself as an opening.
Especially since solitude is entirely based on openness and the multitude of
points of view.

B- The Present people and their time.

The present generation, often referred to as the digital or millennial

generation, uses time differently than previous generations. They have
access to more technology and automation, which allows them to have
more leisure time and greater flexibility in their schedules.

They place a greater emphasis on work-life balance, and often prioritize

their personal lives and well-being over their professional lives. They are
more likely
to take
time off for
travel and
personal

development, and to have a more relaxed attitude towards punctuality and

deadlines.
They also engage in more digital forms of communication and
entertainment, such as social media, streaming services, and online gaming.
They have a greater level of instant gratification and have access to a vast
array of options and information readily available, which may lead to less
focus on patience and perseverance.
The present generation is also more environmentally conscious and socially
aware, and often prioritize sustainability, social justice, and community
involvement. They are more likely to volunteer for causes and participate in
community service, and to be actively engaged in politics and social issues.
Overall, the present generation uses time differently than previous
generations, placing a greater emphasis on work-life balance, personal well-
being, and digital forms of communication and entertainment. They are

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more environmentally conscious, socially aware, and actively involved in
community service and social issues. They have a greater level of access to
technology and instant gratification, which may lead to less focus on
patience and perseverance.
The present generation also places a strong emphasis on personal and
professional development, and often prioritize learning new skills and
expanding their knowledge. They are more likely to invest in their own
education and training, and to seek out new experiences and opportunities.
They are also more open-minded and accepting of diversity and different
lifestyles, and may have a more global perspective.
They also have more access to technology, which has greatly impacted the
way they use their time. They are able to stay connected to others at all
times, and have a constant stream of information and entertainment
available to them. They may spend more time consuming digital content,
such as watching videos and scrolling through social media, which can lead
to less time spent on other activities such as reading, exercising or
socializing.
The present generation also tends to be more individualistic, and may
prioritize their own goals and needs over those of the community or
society. They may be more focused on achieving personal success and
recognition, rather than working towards collective goals.
In terms of work, the present generation may have a more relaxed attitude
towards punctuality and deadlines, and may be less loyal to their
employers. They may also be more inclined to change jobs or careers
frequently, in search of better opportunities and higher pay.
The present generation, also known as the digital or millennial generation,
uses time differently than previous generations. For example, they may
place a greater emphasis on work-life balance and prioritize their personal
lives and well-being over their professional lives. This can be seen in the
fact that many millennials are choosing to take extended time off for travel
and personal development, such as taking a gap year before or after college,
or taking a sabbatical to pursue a personal passion.

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They also engage in more digital forms of communication and
entertainment, such as social media, streaming services, and online gaming.
For example, many millennials spend hours each day scrolling through
social media feeds, watching videos on YouTube, or playing online games.
This can lead to less time spent on other activities such as reading,
exercising, or socializing in person.
The present generation is also more environmentally conscious and socially
aware, and often prioritize sustainability, social justice, and community
involvement. For example, many millennials are actively engaged in
environmental and social causes, such as volunteering for organizations
that work to promote sustainable living or to combat social injustices.
In terms of work, the present generation may have a more relaxed attitude
towards punctuality and deadlines, and may be less loyal to their
employers. For example, many millennials are more inclined to change jobs
or careers frequently, in search of better opportunities and higher pay,
rather than staying with one employer for a long period of time.

Overall, the present generation uses time differently than previous

generations, placing a greater emphasis on work-life balance, personal well-
being, and digital forms of communication and entertainment. They are
more environmentally conscious, socially aware, and actively involved in
community service and social issues. They have a greater level of access to
technology and instant gratification, which may lead to less focus on
patience and perseverance.

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VII- THE CONCLUSION AND THANKS

 The recapitulation of time meaning:

 The solution of subject (importance & management):

 Briefly wisdoms & Cordially Thanks.

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