WHAT WE LIVE IS NOT WHAT WE TELL: TOWARD A RECONSTRUCTIVE PSYCHOLOGY OF MEMORY ?
Keywords:
memories, memory, cognitive psychology, fiability, reconstruction, subjectivityAbstract
The Purpose of the study is to justify that human memory is not an exact reproduction of reality, but rather a reconstruction shaped by our experiences and personal perspective. The research methodology relies on documentary methods, including the analysis
of online articles, explanatory videos, and concrete examples. The scientific novelty lies in a critical re-examination of the traditional conception of memory. Moreover, this perspective questions the reliability of witnesses in judicial contexts and thus urges legal systems to exercise caution when using testimonies, going so far as to reconsider them considering more objective evidence. It also highlights the role of memory in shaping the collective narratives of an era. Conclusion. Our memories are not merely faithful recordings of the past, but stories we reconstruct and reinterpret over time. This flexibility allows memory to adapt to our emotions and personal growth, making it a living mechanism at the heart of our identity. Rather than reflecting exactly what happened, memories help us make sense of our experiences, understand who we are, and move forward in life.
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