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“Time has two hands . . . emotion on one and justification on the other.”

Carl A Dixon

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Source Essay: Human Emotion, 2018

Time is divided between feeling and rationalizing, showing the tension between emotion and justification.

In simple terms: Time splits between emotion and justification.

Key Takeaway

Balance feeling with reason.

Themes

emotion justification time perception

Mood

contemplative analytical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • stress management
  • conflict resolution
  • decision making
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy cognitive bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize when you are justifying too much?
  • What practices help integrate emotion and reason?
A Different Perspective

Over‑justification can suppress genuine feelings.

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