The Emotional Fabric of Time Perception

This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between emotions and time perception, revealing how feelings of happiness or sadness can alter our experience of time. It examines the roles of the insular cortex and various factors, including age and cultural background, that shape how we perceive time's passage. Additionally, the chapter discusses the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on temporal experiences, emphasizing the influence of life circumstances on our perception of time.