psychological arrow of time

The psychological arrow of time refers to our perception that time flows in a specific direction—from the past to the future—based on how we remember events and anticipate what’s to come. This sense of one-way progression arises because we have memories of past experiences, but not of the future, creating a clear mental distinction. It helps us understand cause and effect, plan ahead, and make sense of our experiences. Essentially, our mind's orientation of time aligns with the physical reality of entropy increasing, reinforcing our perception that time moves forward in a consistent, meaningful way.