Time, in the view of Iain McGilchrist, is not merely a linear sequence of discrete moments as often conceptualized by the left hemisphere’s mechanistic perspective. Rather, it encompasses a richer, more fluid and lived experience, intrinsically tied to our sense of being and the unfolding of meaning in the world. Time is the ever-present background against which life’s experiences, emotions, and meanings emerge, intertwine, and evolve. It is not simply a measure but a qualitative dimension, deeply intertwined with our consciousness, where past, present, and future are interwoven in a continuous, dynamic tapestry. This understanding recognizes time’s role in fostering depth, resonance, and the becoming of all things, highlighting its integral connection to the right hemisphere’s broader, more holistic grasp of reality.
See also: minute particular, left hemisphere, right hemisphere, brain, flow state