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May 19, 2016

Changing Times: How Cultures Old and New Perceive the Perplexing Concept of Time

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The cyclical perception of time in the East is much different from the Western linear perception of time. As an example, whilst the latter places an emphasis on action, the former values reflection, especially of things that have happened in the past. This is due to the belief that since time repeats itself, it is imperative that lessons of the past be taken into consideration when one makes decisions in the present. Whilst this is generally applies to all Asian cultures, it may be said that variations of this perception of time also exist amongst them. | Ancient Origins

Posted by gerardvanderleun at May 19, 2016 10:55 AM. This is an entry on the sideblog of American Digest: Check it out.

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Time is like a roll of shit paper, the closer you get to the end the faster it goes.


The end is like the beginning, drooling on yourself, wearing diapers, and babbling incoherently.

~ enjoy the middle ~

Posted by: ghostsniper [TypeKey Profile Page] at May 20, 2016 7:00 AM

Time doesn't mean much if you are diagonally parked in a parallel universe.

Posted by: Vermont Woodchuck [TypeKey Profile Page] at May 20, 2016 2:24 PM

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