"Time stands still", an idea that feels increasingly irrelevant as I immerse myself in the world of AI tools. Every day, the opportunity to explore and adapt to new technologies reshapes how I perceive time. It's a journey where routine is replaced with discovery, and the mundane gives way to mindful exploration.

The perception of time is a psychological phenomenon that has fascinated researchers for decades, particularly since 2020. As highlighted by Thomas Mulligan, our perception of time accelerates with age because each passing year represents a shrinking fraction of our lives. When you're five, a year is 20% of your life. At fifty, it's just 2%, giving us that sensation of time slipping away. But there's a powerful insight that changes everything: encountering new information can make time feel richer and more expansive.

Since 2020, many have felt trapped in a monotonous digital cycle, where days blur into one another. I chose to break free by diving into my AI education journey, exploring new tools and apps, reading insightful articles, and completing an MIT professional course. This journey has empowered me to enter a Google hackathon and build AI-driven apps for both personal use and my business website.

Leveraging tools like Google NotebookLM, InVideo AI, and Synthesia, I've begun creating AI-powered images, videos, and even podcasts. Engaging with these tools isn't just about achieving efficiency; it's about experiencing a daily rush of creativity and innovation. Research suggests that encountering new situations keeps our brains active, making time appear more vibrant and expansive. By mindfully embracing each new opportunity, I not only enhance my skills but also enrich my daily experience.

This journey, from day one with ChatGPT to entering hackathons, building apps, and experimenting with AI-powered media has made time an ally rather than a constraint. With each new tool I master and each challenge I overcome, I add depth to my story and extend the boundaries of what's possible.