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Douglas Rushkoff explores the consequences of living in an always-on, instantaneously gratifying society where the concept of time has changed.
Douglas Rushkoff explores the consequences of living in an always-on, instantaneously gratifying society where the concept of time has changed.
Felt Time by Marc Wittmann delves into the intriguing science behind how we perceive time, blending insights from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy. It explores why time seems to fly when we’re having fun but drags during periods of boredom or waiting. Wittmann offers an in-depth look at the factors that influence our perception of time, including age, attention, and emotional states. He also discusses the implications of our time perception on our daily lives and how we can manage it better to live more fulfilling lives.
An exploration of time’s alteration in our tech-saturated, immediate world.