Does Time Exist Beyond the Human Mind?

Time, often seen as an immutable constraint governing our physical existence, is a concept that has long intrigued philosophers, scientists, and individuals alike. However, from a different perspective, time is not an inherent feature of the universe but a mental construction imposed upon our conscious experience of reality.

Time as a Mental Construct

Viewing time as a limitation of consciousness, we can argue that it is a construct we impose on ourselves during our physical incarnation. Consciousness itself operates independently of time and we are the ones who create the perception of time through our conscious experience. This means that time does not exist as an absolute or objective reality but as a subjective construct of our mental states.

Just as abstract concepts such as time can come and go depending on our attention, the perception of time can be flexibly adjusted. When we are absorbed in an activity or “in the zone,” our perception of time can seem to pass more quickly or slowly. Conversely, when we are engaged in detailed planning or analysis, time can seem to move much more slowly. In both cases, time is not an external entity but a product of our own mental states.

The Nature of Reality

Our understanding of time is at the heart of comprehending the nature of physical reality. The experience of time is what creates the illusion of a physical reality that appears to be spatial. Outside of this physical reality, where our consciousness is not limited by the constraints of time and space, time does not exist as we perceive it. In the realm of non-physical consciousness, the concept of time is irrelevant because there is only the eternal present, or NOW.

According to channeled sources like 'Elias' from Mary Ennis, who use the term 'simultaneous time,' the fundamental reality of our non-physical consciousness is a state of eternal presence. Everything we experience and understand within our physical reality is a construct created by our minds. This means that even the perception of events happening in time and space is an illusion, a byproduct of our consciousness.

The Interconnectedness of Time and Reality

Time is not an independent entity but an integral part of the physical reality that we experience. In this view, time is inseparable from the experience of matter and processes. The perception of changes in action forms our experience of physical matter and processes, which we perceive as time. Therefore, time and space are two interconnected aspects of the physical reality that we live in.

Consciousness, as in dreaming, can create seemingly real events that have the perception of time. These dreams are detached from the constraints of time and space, operating in the realm of the non-physical, or NOW. This connects the time element to the fundamental nature of reality, suggesting that our perception of time is a construct that can be manipulated and altered according to our mental states.

Expanding Our Perception of Reality

There is much more to understanding the nature of time and reality than what can be easily expressed. Our consciousness, in its existence, is deeply intertwined with our perception of time. By exploring these ideas, we can expand our understanding of reality and potentially alter our perception of time itself. This is not just a philosophical inquiry but a practical exploration of how our mental states shape our experience of the world.