The Brains Grand Illusion Why Your Present Moment Is Always a Rewritten Past

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The Brains Grand Illusion Why Your Present Moment Is Always a Rewritten Past
Key Takeaways Your brain processes sensory input with a significant delay, meaning your "present" is always a fraction of a second in the past. It actively edits and fills in gaps in your perception, creating a seamless, but often inaccurate, reality. Memories are not static recordings; they are reconstructed each time they are recalled, influencing your perception of the present. Understanding this "time warp" can profoundly change how you view reality, consciousness, and even your own decisions. Ever had a moment where time seemed to stretch or compress? Maybe a near-miss on the road where everything slowed down, or a long journey that felt like it flew by? We all experience time subjectively, but what if I told you that your very perception of the present moment isn't just subjective, it's a grand illusion? It's a secret your brain keeps, a continuous rewriting of reality, making your "present" always a fascinating, delayed past. Prepare to have …