Embodying Consciousness through Interoception and a Balanced Time Perspective.

The work argues that consciousness is not merely a cognitive phenomenon but is fundamentally shaped by interoception—the perception of internal bodily states—and a balanced time perspective. It proposes that awareness of bodily signals integrates with how individuals relate to past, present, and future, forming a cohesive sense of self. A balanced time perspective, characterized by flexible and adaptive temporal focus, enhances interoceptive accuracy and emotional regulation, thereby grounding conscious experience in the body. The argument suggests that disruptions in interoception or temporal imbalance may contribute to altered states of consciousness or psychopathology.

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Embodying Consciousness through Interoception and a Balanced Time Perspective.