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The psychology (and language) of time. Commas are like people on the subway. Fox chores.
Jan 2, 2024
Guest Sarah Duffy explores the psychology of time and how language reflects our perspectives. The podcast also covers the complexity of using commas, including appositives and nonessential elements. A story about 'fox chores' highlights the importance of commas and invites listeners to share their family stories.
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Quick takeaways
- Time can be viewed from two perspectives: moving time perspective and moving ego perspective.
- Perspectives on time vary across languages and cultures, influenced by cultural values and personal attitudes.
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Different Perspectives on Time
People view time from two different perspectives: the moving time perspective and the moving ego perspective. The moving time perspective sees time as an unstoppable train moving from the future to the past, while the moving ego perspective sees time as a path for us to move along into the future.
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