Nostalgia, yes or no. Thoughts?

Do you think nostalgic thoughts are good or bad for the soul? I'm 62 years old therefor, I grew up in a much simpler time. I often miss that part of growing up. No internet, smart phone, etc., etc. But then again, times in the 1970s was downright volatile, at least in my world and surroundings. I'm wondering how others regard this topic.

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Ontheroad · M

Hmmm, maybe both? I remember the good times and those thoughts are comforting, but the bad times are, or can be, hurtful. They are also the parts of my life that taught me much about life, people and myself.

So yeah, maybe it's, in a way, all good.

Mikla · 61-69, F

@Ontheroad Do you think/feel we "glorify" old times? (just curious)

Ontheroad · M

@Mikla I do think we tend to glorify them, but I think it's mostly because we block out the bad aspects of the good old days.

Too, if we are going through a rough patch, it's easy to recall the old days when life was simple and our cares few. It somehow provides us with a little comfort, and that's not a bad thing.

Mikla · 61-69, F

@Ontheroad I love your post!

Ontheroad · M

@Mikla Thanks a nice thing to say, thank you. I was thinking the same thing about your questions. 😊