Books and Beyond with Bound 8.22 Apekshit Khare: Guess What? You Actually Do Have Time!
Nov 25, 2025
In this lively discussion, Apekshit Khare, an HR leader and author of The Time Energy Toolkit, shares insights on mastering time management with a focus on practical exercises inspired by Indian culture. He dives into how cultural perceptions of time influence productivity, the significance of purpose in curbing social media distractions, and the innovative 'day catalog' tool for tracking energy use. Apekshit also critiques the push for longer work hours, advocating instead for intentional downtime and aligning tasks with natural energy rhythms. Fun personal anecdotes about his love for sitar playing add a delightful touch!
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Time Quantity Isn't The Real Problem
- We don't need more hours; we need to rethink how we use the hours we have.
- Apekshit frames the problem as energy and choices, not lack of time.
Why Indian Time Feels Flexible
- Indian culture values adjustability and events over clock-time, creating ambiguous time habits.
- Apekshit links collectivist norms and hierarchical structures to habitual lateness and meeting overruns.
Begin Change By Clarifying Purpose
- Start with purpose before trying to curb social media or change habits.
- Use apps and small tech controls to create pauses so you can decide rather than reflex-scroll.
