Is Your Brain Lying To You? Why Time Moves Faster With Age

Why does time perception seem to accelerate as we age? Learn how our brains process years differently, from childhood to adulthood. This video examines the concept of retrospective compression to explain why summers felt endless in our youth but adult years seem to blur together. We look at the science behind how a decrease in novelty, arousal, and attention to detail changes our internal clock. By analyzing a German study of 500 people and classic lab experiments from 1969, we break down why the popular proportional theory fails to capture the full picture of aging psychology. Understanding the mechanics of memory storage helps us see why routine years collapse in hindsight. Whether you are a student of behavioral science or simply curious about the human experience, this breakdown clarifies the gap between prospective time and our memories of the past. Subscribe for weekly psychology breakdowns, and comment below: what is one year from your life that felt significantly longer than the others?