At the beginning of 2021, many of us were clinging to the hope that it would be a better year than the one before. After all, 2020 had been incredibly challenging, with the global pandemic and its associated lockdowns, restrictions and economic disruption taking its toll on all of us. But now, as we’re well into 2021 and the world is slowly starting to recover, many of us are asking why does it feel like the year is going by so quickly?
What Is Time Dilation?
Time dilation is an effect of the theory of relativity. It states that time passes more quickly for a person who is moving faster than another person. The faster the speed the person is travelling, the more time will pass for them in comparison to someone who is standing still. This phenomenon has been demonstrated in experiments with atomic clocks, which show that time passes more quickly for a clock that is moving than one that is stationary.
How Does Time Dilation Affect Our Perception Of Time?
Time dilation affects our perception of time because it means that time passes more quickly for those of us who are constantly on the go. For example, if you’re travelling at high speeds, like in a car or on a plane, then time will seem to pass more quickly for you than for someone who is sitting still at home. This is because, to you, time is passing more quickly due to the increased speed of your movement.
Why Does 2021 Feel Like It’s Going So Fast?
It is likely that 2021 feels like it is going so fast because of the acceleration of time dilation. As we’re all living in an increasingly fast-paced world, constantly on the go, our perception of time is changing. We’re moving at such a fast pace that time seems to be passing more quickly for us than it does for those who are stationary. This perception is further compounded by the fact that the days seem to blur together, as we’re constantly on the go and don’t have time to take in what’s happening around us.
What Can We Do To Make 2021 Feel Like It's Going Slower?
The best way to make 2021 feel like it is going slower is to slow down and take some time to appreciate the present. Make sure to take some time each day to relax and appreciate the little things in life. Take a walk outside, take a break from your phone, or simply take some time to appreciate the beauty of nature. Taking time to appreciate the present can help us to slow down and make the year feel like it is going slower.
How Can We Use Technology To Slow Down Time?
Technology can be used to slow down time by helping us to keep track of the days and weeks that have passed. For example, using a calendar or a time tracking app can help us to stay on top of the days that have gone by and the days that are yet to come. This will help us to keep track of the days and weeks that have passed, and help us to appreciate the present moment.
Conclusion
It may feel like 2021 is going by too quickly, but with some mindful practices, we can slow down and appreciate the present moment. Taking some time to relax and appreciate the beauty of nature, using technology to keep track of the days, and making sure to take some time each day to relax and appreciate the little things in life can all help us to make 2021 feel like it is going slower.