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Why Time Feels Faster As You Get Older | Science, Psychology & The Universe Explained

Hi Friend, What is time… really? Why does childhood feel endless… while adulthood seems to disappear in the blink of an eye? Why do joyful moments pass so quickly, while painful ones seem to last forever? And is time actually as fixed as we think it is? In this episode of The Expanding Soul, I'm exploring the science of time, Einstein’s theory of relativity, spacetime, memory, perception, and the psychology behind why life feels faster as we get older. We talk about: • The science of time and spacetime • How gravity and speed affect time • Why time is relative • Why childhood feels longer than adulthood • How your brain experiences time • Why routines make life feel faster • The connection between memory, emotion, and perception • How to create a life that feels fuller and more meaningful This episode blends science, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality into a grounded conversation about what it really means to experience time as a human being. If you’ve ever felt like life is moving too fast… this episode is for you. If you enjoy conversations about healing, growth, consciousness, science, spirituality, emotional intelligence, and the mysteries of the universe — make sure to follow The Expanding Soul for new episodes every week. Love, Kristen References: Einstein Online. “Does Time Pass at the Same Rate for Everyone?” Stanford University, https://einstein.stanford.edu/content/relativity/q411.html [https://einstein.stanford.edu/content/relativity/q411.html]. Accessed 7 May 2026. Department of Energy Office of Science. “DOE Explains... Relativity.” U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/doe-explainsrelativity [https://www.energy.gov/science/doe-explainsrelativity]. Accessed 7 May 2026. University of California, Berkeley. “Why Are Tatooine Planets Rare? Blame General Relativity.” UC Berkeley News, 30 Jan. 2026, https://news.berkeley.edu/2026/01/30/why-are-tatooine-planets-rare-blame-general-relativity/#:~:text=Based%20on%20dynamic%20modeling%2C%20general,by%20one%20of%20the%20stars [https://news.berkeley.edu/2026/01/30/why-are-tatooine-planets-rare-blame-general-relativity/#:~:text=Based%20on%20dynamic%20modeling%2C%20general,by%20one%20of%20the%20stars]. Accessed 7 May 2026. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. “What Happens When Something Gets Too Close to a Black Hole?” NASA Science, https://science.nasa.gov/universe/what-happens-when-something-gets-too-close-to-a-black-hole/ [https://science.nasa.gov/universe/what-happens-when-something-gets-too-close-to-a-black-hole/]. Accessed 7 May 2026. Wang, Jing, et al. “Time Perception and the Human Brain.” National Library of Medicine, PMC, https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11336052/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11336052/]. Accessed 7 May 2026. McGovern Institute for Brain Research. “Tracking Time in the Brain.” Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 15 Sept. 2021, https://mcgovern.mit.edu/2021/09/15/tracking-time-in-the-brain/ [https://mcgovern.mit.edu/2021/09/15/tracking-time-in-the-brain/]. Accessed 7 May 2026. Wittmann, Marc. “The Inner Experience of Time.” National Library of Medicine, PMC, https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4830363/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4830363/]. Accessed 7 May 2026. Burkeman, Oliver. “How to Alter the Passage of Time to Feel Fast or Slow.” Psyche, https://psyche.co/guides/how-to-alter-the-passage-of-time-to-feel-fast-or-slow [https://psyche.co/guides/how-to-alter-the-passage-of-time-to-feel-fast-or-slow]. Accessed 7 May 2026. Greater Good Magazine. “How to Feel Like You Have More Time.” Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_feel_like_you_have_more_time [https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_feel_like_you_have_more_time]. Accessed 7 May 2026.

The Life Lessons That Changed How I See Time, Healing & the Universe

Hey Friend, In this deeply personal episode of The Expanding Soul, I’m sharing some of the most powerful life lessons I’ve learned so far - through healing, loss, growth, and self-discovery. We talk about the reality of time, how to stop dwelling on the past, and why there’s a quiet urgency to becoming who you’re meant to be. I open up about grief, losing my dad, and what it taught me about life, death, and not losing yourself in the process. We also explore mindset and personal growth—how your thoughts shape your reality, why you’re not limited by your past, and how you can do things you once believed were impossible. Plus, we zoom all the way out into the universe—talking about how small we are in the grand scheme of existence, why we’re likely not alone, and how everything in the universe (including you) is connected. This episode is for anyone navigating healing, searching for meaning, or trying to grow into the next version of themselves. ✨ Topics covered: * Life lessons and personal growth * Healing from grief and loss * Mindset and changing your reality * Letting go of toxic relationships * Finding your people and building connection * The universe, time, and existence * Self-care and prioritizing your well-being If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review - it truly helps support the podcast 💛 Love, Kristen

Are You an Empath… or Just Overwhelmed? 10 Signs + How to Protect Your Energy

Hello Gorgeous, Are you an empath… or just emotionally overwhelmed? In this episode of The Expanding Soul, we explore what it really means to be an empath, the signs you might be one, and how to protect your energy without shutting your heart down. If you’ve ever felt like you absorb other people’s emotions, feel drained after social interactions, or experience intense feelings that don’t seem like your own—this episode is for you. We’ll break down:✨ What empathy vs. being an empath really means✨ 10 signs you might be an empath✨ Why you feel overwhelmed by other people’s energy✨ How to set healthy emotional boundaries✨ Simple ways to protect your energy and find balance Plus, we’ll walk through a powerful journaling exercise and a calming reset to help you reconnect with your own energy. Remember—being sensitive is not a weakness. When you learn how to protect your energy, it can become your greatest strength. 🎧 Listen now and start embracing your empath abilities in a healthy, empowering way. Love, Kristen

What ‘Raising Your Vibration’ Actually Means (Science + Spirituality)

Hello my friends 🤍 In today’s episode, we’re diving into the idea that “everything is frequency” — but what does that actually mean? We’ll explore what frequency is from a science perspective, how it shows up in the universe, and how it exists within your own body through things like brainwaves, sound, and energy. This episode covers: * what frequency is and how it’s measured (in Hertz) * how frequency exists in sound waves, light waves, and the electromagnetic spectrum * the Earth’s natural frequencies (Schumann resonances) * how brainwaves relate to different mental and emotional states- why sound healing and singing bowls can feel so powerful * and what people really mean when they talk about “raising your vibration” This isn’t about telling you what to believe — it’s about understanding both the science and the experience, and finding a grounded way to look at both. Because maybe “raising your frequency” isn’t about becoming something new… Maybe it’s about understanding the rhythms you’re already a part of. Love, Kristen References: “Frequency.” Earthguide, University of California San Diego, https://earthguide.ucsd.edu/wav/frequency.html [https://earthguide.ucsd.edu/wav/frequency.html]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Frequency (Physics).” Encyclopaedia Britannica, https://www.britannica.com/science/frequency-physics [https://www.britannica.com/science/frequency-physics]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “How Fast Does the Milky Way Rotate?” EarthSky, https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/milky-way-rotation/ [https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/milky-way-rotation/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Intermolecular Forces.” Purdue University, https://www.chem.purdue.edu/gchelp/liquids/character.html [https://www.chem.purdue.edu/gchelp/liquids/character.html]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Schumann Resonance Forecast.” Meteoagent, https://meteoagent.com/schumann-resonance-forecast [https://meteoagent.com/schumann-resonance-forecast]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Schumann Resonances and Human Health.” PubMed, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40394813/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40394813/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Brain Waves.” Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience, https://nin.nl/about-the-brain/brain-waves/ [https://nin.nl/about-the-brain/brain-waves/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Human Body Resonance Study.” National Center for Biotechnology Information, https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4594250/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4594250/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Resonance.” Georgia State University, http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/Sound/reson.html [http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/Sound/reson.html]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “How Music Resonates in the Brain.” Harvard Medical School, https://magazine.hms.harvard.edu/articles/how-music-resonates-brain [https://magazine.hms.harvard.edu/articles/how-music-resonates-brain]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Neural Effects of Music.” ScienceDirect, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0028393217300039 [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0028393217300039]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. The Map of Consciousness Explained. David R. Hawkins, https://byrdsbooks.com/book/9781401959647 [https://byrdsbooks.com/book/9781401959647]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Levels of Consciousness.” The Joy Within, https://thejoywithin.org/spirituality/the-levels-of-consciousness-with-david-r-hawkins [https://thejoywithin.org/spirituality/the-levels-of-consciousness-with-david-r-hawkins]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “38 Ways to Raise Your Frequency.” Caricole, https://caricole.com/38-ways-to-raise-your-frequency-and-reach-a-higher-level-of-consciousness/ [https://caricole.com/38-ways-to-raise-your-frequency-and-reach-a-higher-level-of-consciousness/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026. “Self-Therapy.” Manhattan Mental Health Counseling, https://manhattanmentalhealthcounseling.com/self-therapy-can-you-heal-yourself-without-a-therapist/ [https://manhattanmentalhealthcounseling.com/self-therapy-can-you-heal-yourself-without-a-therapist/]. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This 10-Minute Nervous System Reset

Hello Beautiful Soul, In today’s episode of The Expanding Soul, we’re slowing everything down. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in survival mode, this gentle guided meditation is here to bring you back to a place of calm, safety, and inner peace. Together, we’ll move through a soothing nervous system reset - starting with deep, intentional breathing, soft body awareness, and a peaceful visualization that allows your entire body to release tension and reconnect with a sense of safety. This is your space to pause.To let go.To remember that you don’t need to carry everything all at once. This episode is perfect for: * Moments of anxiety or overwhelm * Winding down before bed * Resetting your energy during the day * Reconnecting with your body and breath ✨ You are safe. ✨ You are loved. ✨ It’s okay to rest. Come back to this meditation anytime you need a moment of peace. I’m so grateful you’re here. With Love, Kristen