time is a social construct

In a recent publication, I propose that nature experiences offer a potential solution to the increasingly widespread feelings of time scarcity caused by contemporary urban lifestyles

Perceptions of time vary.

Time is not only about how far into the future research might look. It is also about the perception of time among research participants. Overall, recognizing

the variabilities in time perception allows researchers to gain insights into fundamental aspects of human cognition, behavior, and experience. Western and Eastern

The same study noted that Western societies commonly measure time in increments of five minutes, while many Eastern cultures use 15-minute intervals.

Eastern cultures maintain a cyclical perception of time. Time is viewed as repeating or recurring in cycles, with events following a circular or spiral pattern. In cyclical time cultures, there is an understanding that the past, present, and future are interconnected, and that events repeat themselves over time. Time is seen as circular, with each