Chronostasis is a phenomenon where time seems to slow down or stop for a brief moment, often experienced when a person first looks at a clock. This effect occurs because the brain takes extra time to process the new visual information, leading to the perception that time has paused. This experience is commonly associated with the psychological concept of perception and can be influenced by factors such as attention and focus. Chronostasis highlights the complex relationship between our senses and the way we perceive time, illustrating how our brain interprets external stimuli.