HeartSGBlogs: Punctuality


Punctuality… How many times have we been late for appointments/meetings/gatherings?


I am pretty sure that all of us are guilty of being late. Sometimes not following the scheduled time is so common that we purposely arrive late as we know that most will not come on time. Since, we will have to wait, why get ready later.

The value of punctuality is getting rarer each day.

Time is not as treasured today as it was in the past. We are able to take time much more lightly now due to advancements of the world. Phones enable us to communicate a lot faster, cars reduce our transportation time, we now have flexible working hours, and even the capacity of freezing reproductive cells.  There is a lot more flexibility around time and that actually gives us a lot more time than our ancestors used to have.


Hence, now the one who values time and has the trait of punctuality seems to be labelled as the uptight one.
However, we all know that in when someone is punctual, it shows a lot. It shows one’s respect for others, integrity, dependability and discipline. In our hearts, we definitely appreciate and value a punctual person more than a  person who does not arrive on time. 

Instead, of going with the flow of lateness, why not make a difference and decide to be that punctual someone whom is admired and loved.

3 steps to be a punctual person

Value Time


Think bigger, our time on earth will eventually come to an end. Time cannot be controlled; we don’t know how much time we will have. Precisely because of its uncertainty, the more important it is. Treasure every second on earth and use it as wisely and effectively as possible.


Treasure the freedom to organise your time


When you start to organise and manage your time to be punctual, you start to feel that instead of time controlling you, you are controlling time instead. This control gives us a sense of satisfaction. And it is with punctuality that you get to savour the sweetness of freedom.

Expect the “unexpected”



Unfortunately, 90% of the time, things do not go according to plans. Always be prepared to face an unexpected situation. Instead of just being on time, go an extra mile of arriving early, getting ready the night before, set multiple alarm clocks.  


Punctuality is something that should be expected and normal again. Every little effort counts, be that special punctual person that creates a difference in the society TODAY!

"Having the simplest punctuality, create Legends"