time perceptions

Time perception refers to how we experience and interpret the passage of time, which can vary based on circumstances, emotions, and activities. Our brains process time not as a fixed clock but through mental cues, making moments feel shorter or longer. For example, when engaged in enjoyable activities, time often seems to fly, while it drags during boredom or stress. Factors like attention, emotional states, and age influence our sense of time. This subjective experience explains why time can feel different depending on our situation, even though the actual measurement of time is consistent.