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The Importance of Circadian Entrainment for Time Perception
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19:07 - 28:04 (08:57)

Maintaining circadian entrainment through activities like sunlight exposure, exercise at regular times, and consistent meal times can improve time perception on shorter timescales, leading to better performance on tasks. Disruptions to circadian entrainment can negatively impact time perception.

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Sunlight exposure in the morning and avoiding bright light at night along with regular exercise and eating times have a positive effect on circadian entrainment.
19:07 - 23:44 (04:37)
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Circadian Rhythm
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Sunlight exposure in the morning and avoiding bright light at night along with regular exercise and eating times have a positive effect on circadian entrainment. These actions entrain the internal perception of time to the external events of the world.

Chapter
The Importance of Circadian Entrainment for Time Perception
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Time Perception & Entrainment by Dopamine, Serotonin & Hormones
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Huberman Lab
Research suggests that the brain can enter a state of focus and alertness during a 90-minute time block when performing tasks such as math or learning a new language.
23:44 - 28:04 (04:20)
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Productivity
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Research suggests that the brain can enter a state of focus and alertness during a 90-minute time block when performing tasks such as math or learning a new language. Additionally, having a stable circadian rhythm is important for accurately perceiving time intervals during such tasks.

Chapter
The Importance of Circadian Entrainment for Time Perception
Episode
Time Perception & Entrainment by Dopamine, Serotonin & Hormones
Podcast
Huberman Lab