Priority Scale In The Time Management Of Santri Ndalem In Balancing Spiritual And Academic Responsibilities

Afiq Aghna Abdillah

doi:10.18860/rosikhun.v4i2.32635

Priority Scale In The Time Management Of Santri Ndalem In Balancing Spiritual And Academic Responsibilities

Afiq Aghna Abdillah

Abstract

Santri ndalem is an essential part of the pesantren education system, carrying dual responsibilities as attendants to the kyai and as students engaged in formal religious education. This dual role demands strong time management skills, particularly in setting clear priorities amidst various obligations. This study aims to analyze the prioritization scale in the time management of students living in Islamic boarding schools (santri ndalem) and identify the adaptive strategies they develop. This research employed a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. We collected data through in-depth interviews and participatory observation involving ten santri ndalem from diverse educational backgrounds. The findings reveal that Santri ndalem applies a hierarchical priority structure: serving the kyai is the highest priority, followed by pesantren obligations, and lastly, personal needs. To navigate priority conflicts, they employ adaptive strategies such as adjusting personal schedules, collaborating with peers to share tasks, and delaying personal or academic activities when urgent religious duties arise. For instance, some delegate academic responsibilities to fellow students or reschedule personal study time to late-night hours. However, these efforts often lead to psychological strain, including fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and emotional stress, due to insufficient time for academic or personal well-being. This study underscores the need for pesantren to strengthen value-based time management education, incorporating flexibility and emotional support mechanisms to help santri ndalem maintain a healthier balance between spiritual service, academic achievement, and personal growth.

Keywords

Time Management, Priority Scale, Santri ndalem, Pesantren.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18860/rosikhun.v4i2.32635