What is contracted time and expanded time?

Contracted Time:

Contracted time refers to the concept of time seeming to move quickly when we are engaged in activities we enjoy or find fulfilling. When we are in a state of flow, completely absorbed in what we are doing, time appears to pass swiftly. This phenomenon often occurs when we are focused, challenged, and experiencing a sense of accomplishment.

Characteristics of Contracted Time:

1. Feeling fully immersed in the task at hand.

2. Loss of self-consciousness and sense of time.

3. High level of concentration and focus.

4. Sense of enjoyment and fulfillment.

Expanded Time:

On the other hand, expanded time refers to situations where time appears to move slowly or even stagnate. This often happens when we are bored, uninterested, or anxious about something. In such instances, every minute can feel like an eternity, and the experience of time drags on.

Characteristics of Expanded Time:

1. Feeling anxious, bored, or disengaged.

2. Constantly checking the clock or feeling time dragging.

3. Lack of motivation or interest in the current task.

4. Sense of restlessness and impatience.