The article argues that the modern sense of time speeding up is not just an illusion, but the result of psychological, philosophical, and social forces.

Neuroscience suggests that the brain does not measure time like a clock; instead, it constructs it through memory and attention. This is why time feels fast when we are engaged and slow when we are bored.

Philosophers and sociologists explain a historical shift from “natural time,” based on daily rhythms, to “clock time,” imposed by industrialization and capitalism, where time became a measurable resource tied to productivity.

With capitalism, time turned into an economic commodity that must be maximized, leading to faster lifestyles, less rest, and growing pressure and alienation, where even rest and sleep are seen as unproductive.

The article also highlights how this acceleration reduces reflection and calmness, trapping individuals in constant anxiety about the future.

It concludes that the solution is not rejecting speed entirely, but restoring balance—knowing when to move fast and when to slow down, and reclaiming moments of awareness and reflection.