BETA
Chapter 1
From disease to cure
Chapter 2
The brain on memory lane
Chapter 3
The triggers of comfort
Chapter 4
The power of looking back
YOUR GOAL
Master of The science of nostalgia
Ch 4 · The power of looking back
futura Nostalgia is not just about the past; it actually increases optimism for future goals.
futura Reflecting on the past helps people find meaning in life during difficult transitions.
Fun Fact
Cold weather warmth: Studies show that people induce nostalgia more often in cold rooms to make themselves feel physically warmer.
Glossary
nostalgia (noun)
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period or place in the past. In 2023, the Human Flourishing Lab found seventy-seven percent of Americans use past memories for comfort.
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period or place in the past. In 2023, the Human Flourishing Lab found seventy-seven percent of Americans use past memories for comfort.