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My totally unscientific model is that memories are run length encoded, so the monotonous periods' length is compressed, whereas if they are more diverse, the mo
by imjonse 2y ago
My totally unscientific model is that memories are run length encoded, so the monotonous periods' length is compressed, whereas if they are more diverse, the more info you have, so it needs an expanded storage which is proportional to the perceived time elapsed.
- ASalazarMX 2y agoThis is my pet theory too. Routine home-work-home days pass by without much that makes them memorable, but there are weeks where so much happens they feel endless. It feels like we cram similar days in the same place as if memory space was precious.