Perception of time, gravitational waves.

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The discussion centers on the perception of time in relation to gravitational waves, illustrated through the analogy of two stones dropped into water. The first stone creates ripples that represent the flow of time, while the second stone generates larger ripples that could theoretically alter the perception of the first. However, the consensus is that time flows forward consistently, and while observers may perceive time differently based on their frames of reference, no actual alteration of time's progression occurs. This highlights the distinction between subjective perception and the objective flow of time.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of gravitational waves and their properties
  • Familiarity with the concept of spacetime and relativity
  • Knowledge of the physics of wave propagation
  • Basic grasp of observational frames of reference in physics
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  • Research the implications of gravitational waves on spacetime, particularly in the context of general relativity
  • Explore the concept of time dilation and its effects on different observers
  • Study the phenomenon of déjà vu from a psychological and neurological perspective
  • Investigate the nature of black holes and their relationship with time perception
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Two stones being dropped into a calm body of water at different times and sizes. The smaller one drops first, sending ripples out. Progressing in time. The second larger stone drops later, creating its own gravitational ripple which is larger than the first. Can the perception of time be altered ( by pushing back the first weaker ripple by the stronger ripple ) creating an event of de ja vu? Premonition based in two conflicting gravitational ripples from Stella events? With that can there be regressive gravitational ripples? The stone is being removed from water? ( a black hole maybe?)
 
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Densedog said:
...Can the perception of time be altered ( by pushing back the first weaker ripple by the stronger ripple ) creating an event of de ja vu? ...
Nope, time just flows forward. You can change one observer's perception of the SPEED of the flow of time happening to another person but not forward/backward and the other person [really, everyone, everywhere, everywhen] always perceives his/her local time to be progressing at one second per second even though the other observer can see it differently depending on frames of reference.
 

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