A New Understanding of Time: Experience, Change, and the Perception of the Present
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Title: The Nature of Time: A Subjective Experience and Its Relation to Change Abstract:This paper explores a novel perspective on the nature of time, challenging conventional views by emphasizing that time is not a linear progression but rather a framework for experiencing change. The paper argues that time itself does not "go away" or pass but instead manifests as changes in the environment, with human experience providing the context through which we perceive time. Using the example of an object, like a banana, the paper illustrates how the perceived past, present, and future are based on the continuous change in the object's state, not on an independent, external timeline. The work suggests that time is inherently linked to our subjective experience of change rather than a separate entity moving forward. This theory aims to contribute to the philosophical and scientific discourse on time by offering an alternative view that aligns with subjective experience, drawing inspiration from various philosophical traditions. The discussion includes implications for understanding memory, perception, and future projections, arguing for a more holistic understanding of time as a human construct.
Author: Mirza Mahreen
Language: English
Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6911775920
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