In a quiet village, there once lived a boy named Arjun. He was known for his sharp mind and outstanding academic abilities. His teachers admired him, and his classmates respected his intelligence. But despite his potential, Arjun had one major flaw—he didn’t value time.
Instead of studying or working towards his goals, Arjun would spend his days playing games on his phone, chatting endlessly with friends, and indulging in distractions. His parents repeatedly tried to teach him the importance of time, but Arjun would simply smile and say, “I have plenty of time. I’ll do it later. Let me enjoy life for now.”
Everything changed the day the annual exam results were announced. Arjun’s grades were far below average. The boy who was once praised now faced disappointment. His teachers were disheartened, and even his friends began to distance themselves. At home, his parents’ silence said everything—they were deeply disappointed.
That evening, filled with regret and confusion, Arjun turned to his grandfather—the wisest elder in the village. Sitting beside him, Arjun shared his frustration. “Grandpa,” he said, “I don’t understand why I failed. I’ve always been a good student.”
His grandfather listened patiently and then replied with a gentle smile, “My dear, the problem is not your ability. It’s your attitude towards time. Time is the most valuable thing we have. If used wisely, it can lead you to great success. But if wasted, it will take everything away from you.”
Arjun frowned. “But Grandpa, we always have time, don’t we? I can do things later, right?”
His grandfather’s tone became serious. “No, son. Time is like the water in a river—once it flows past, it never comes back. Let me tell you a story to help you understand.”
He began…
The Story of King Vikram
Long ago, there was a mighty king named Vikram. He ruled a vast kingdom, owned enormous wealth, and lived in grand palaces. But the king had one flaw—he wasted his time. He woke up late, delayed important decisions, and filled his days with meaningless pleasures.
One day, a wise sage visited his court. The sage said, “Your Majesty, you have everything except the wisdom to value time. If you continue like this, you will regret it.”
The king laughed. “I have plenty of time. I’ll do things when I feel like it.”
The sage gave him one last warning: “Even the greatest kings are destroyed if they ignore time.”
Years passed. The king grew old. His strength faded, his kingdom weakened, and his enemies gained ground. When he finally realized his mistake and searched for the sage, it was too late. The sage had vanished, and so had the king’s time. No amount of gold or power could turn back the clock.
In the end, the king understood one truth: Time is the real treasure.
Arjun listened silently, the story sinking deep into his heart. For the first time, he truly understood the value of time.
“Grandpa,” he asked softly, “is it too late for me? Can I still change?”
His grandfather smiled and said, “It’s never too late, my boy. Time keeps moving. But if you start using it wisely from this moment, nothing can stop you.”
Inspired, Arjun made a promise to himself. From that day on, he followed a strict routine. He woke up early, studied regularly, and avoided distractions. Gradually, his hard work paid off. In the very next exams, Arjun topped his class.
Years later, he became a successful businessman, admired for his discipline and time management. His story inspired others in the village and beyond.
The Lesson
Arjun’s journey teaches us a timeless truth: Using time wisely is the key to success. We all get the same 24 hours in a day. It’s how we use those hours that defines our future. Don’t wait for the right moment—make now the right moment.
So, start today. Value your time. Because once it’s gone, you can never get it back.
