Acharya Prashant explains that time management is essentially self-management and value management. He argues that the ego allocates time based on what it values; therefore, where one spends their time is a direct reflection of their identity and priorities. He critiques the corporate approach to time management, which focuses on tools and workshops while ignoring self-knowledge. According to him, people often claim they cannot manage time as an excuse for their own choices, whereas in reality, time follows one's values. He emphasizes that without knowing the 'manager' (the self), any attempt at management is superficial. He further discusses that a fragmented life, lacking a central theme or higher purpose, leads to a scattered schedule. When one is truly devoted to a singular, higher goal or 'Truth', time management becomes effortless because the mind is no longer divided between trivialities. He uses the example of being in love or being immersed in a meaningful task, where one becomes oblivious to time, which he calls the ultimate time management. He suggests that instead of following rigid, external routines, one should focus on crystallizing their values and finding a central purpose in life. Addressing the concept of work-life balance, Acharya Prashant describes it as a struggle to balance earning money with social or familial obligations, which arises only when life lacks a core direction. He also touches upon the physical discipline of sleep and routines, noting that while natural cycles are important for the body, mental clarity and a higher purpose are far more significant. He concludes that true time management is not about using better tools or apps, but about achieving self-knowledge and aligning one's life with a single, meaningful value.