There’s nothing like a good blast from the past. There was a time when technology had not taken over yet and we’d spend most of our days outside, playing until the street lights came on. Then we’d come back home, listen to cassettes, and watch our favorite movies on videotapes. There’s nostalgia in reminiscing about how things used to be, and that’s exactly what we’re here to do – rekindle those memories.

The Twitter account ‘I Love Nostalgia‘ brings back the golden eras – the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and even the ’00s. Whether you lived through those times or have only heard stories from your elders, the posts in this account will feel strangely familiar. Remember to upvote the ones that make you yearn to hop on a time machine the most.

#1 Of Course It’s Encased In Glass, It’s A Priceless Masterpiece

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The members of the account surely love a nostalgic throwback into the golden eras of the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s. Here’s why: nostalgia is a sentimental longing for the past, often linked to positive memories. It brings comfort during tough times. However, it can also create bittersweet feelings, making us yearn for better days.

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#3 Admit You’re Old

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Nostalgia was first mentioned in 1688 by Swiss physician Johannes Hofer. Initially, it was believed to be a neurological illness. According to psychologist and author Arlin Cuncic, “It was not until the 19th century that nostalgia began to be seen as a positive sentiment, rather than a pathological condition. Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, for example, saw nostalgia as a way of reconnecting with our past and understanding our present. For Jung, nostalgia was a way to access the “collective unconscious”—the shared history and experiences that we all have as human beings.”

#4 Takes Me Back

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#5 Even Now Aged 50, As A Man, I’ll Admit I Still Don’t Know What These Strange Things Are In A Hair Salon!

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#6 How You Found Your Friends In The 80s

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Nostalgia comes in three categories: personal, social, and cultural. Personal reminiscences relate to memories of specific people or events in one’s life. Social recollections are tied to memories of feeling more connected to others, while cultural remembrances involve memories of feeling more connected to one’s culture.

#7 This Came Out In 1979

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#8 Are You This Old?

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#9 Besty Days Ever

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Nostalgia offers a range of benefits, including boosting one’s mood and increasing self-esteem. Studies have shown that it can provide a sense of social support and aid in coping with challenging life transitions like divorce, retirement, and loss. Cuncic thinks that, “Nostalgia can also have positive effects on physical health. For example, nostalgia has been shown to boost immune function and reduce stress levels. Nostalgia can also help to increase life satisfaction and reduce anxiety.”

#10 I’m This Old

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#11 Do You Recognize This Living Room?

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#12 Lose One Piece And You’re Screwed

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However, nostalgia can also have negative effects. For instance, it might lead to a sense of loneliness and isolation, cause people to excessively dwell on the past, and become dissatisfied with the present, making them less likely to take action in their current circumstances. The good thing is that there are a few tactics on how to avoid negative nostalgia. For example, you can try focusing on the present and doing things that make you happy. Spend time with loved ones and talk about positive memories. If needed, seek support from a therapist and be mindful of dwelling too much on the past.

#13 I’m This Old

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#14 I’m Either Seeing A Scene From Ghostbusters Or 1980s Google

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#15 We All Remember Black And White Tvs

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There are many examples of nostalgia in popular cultures, like Whitney Houston’s song ‘I will always love you’. It tells the story of a woman leaving her lover but promising to always love him. The touching lyrics and beautiful melody have made it one of the most beloved love songs ever.

#16 Works Only If You Shake And Tap It

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#17 Only People Of A Certain Age Know Why These Two Are Related

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#18 A Quarter Of Nostalgia Please

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Another example is the classic film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’, often thought to be one of the most nostalgic movies of all time. It tells the story of George Bailey who considers suicide on Christmas Eve. An angel appears and shows him how different life would be if he had never been born, leading George to appreciate his life. The movie’s sentimental portrayal of small-town life in the early 20th century has made it a holiday classic.

#19 I’m This Old

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#20 Memories Of School

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#21 Can You Smell The Crayons?

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We hope this gave you some food for thought and made you understand nostalgia a little bit better. We wish you only positive nostalgia while scrolling through these posts from past eras.

#22 I’m This Old

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#23 Hosewater™

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#24 Saturday Morning Cartoons

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#25 Today They Wear A Helmet, In The 70s You Wore Brown Corduroy Trousers

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#26 Feeling Stressed? Put Your Electronic Devices Away And Just Get These Rings Sorted Out. Take Your Time

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#27 Remember Playing This?

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#28 I’m This Old

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#29 Which Ones Did You Have?

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#30 Back In 1975, ‘The Muppet Show’ Predicted What Most Women Would Look Like In 2023

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#31 If You Know What This Is You’re Ancient Like Me

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#32 Coffee Just Tastes Better In These

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#33 Who Remembers ‘Big’ Slides? Health And Safety Would Never Allow These Again

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#34 They Don’t Make ‘Em As Strong As This Anymore

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#36 Wake Up, It’s 1983

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#37 Going Online In The ‘80s

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#38 One Day You Went For Your Very Last Bike Ride With Your Friends And Didn’t Even Know It

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#39 Dear Millennials And Gen Z, Take A Seat… Lots Of Love Gen X

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#40 This Is True

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#41 I’m This Old

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#43 The Coolest Father”s Day Gift A Dad Could Ask For

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#44 If You Know What This Is You Had An Awesome Childhood

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#45 I Finally Did It

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#46 Admit You’re Old

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#47 If You’re Over 40 You’ll Know What This Is

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#48 Did You Have A Lamborghini Poster?

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#49 You Know That The Best Ever New Music Was Listened To On These Headphones

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#50 If You Know What These Are You’re Totally Cool And Ace And… Old

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#51 If You Remember This You’re Awesome Yet Bloody Old

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#52 I’m This Old

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#53 If You Know What This Is You’re As Old As Me And That’s Old As Dirt

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#54 My First Record Player

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#55 Most Young People Don’t Know What This Mechanical Device Is

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#56 Did You Ever Get Some Tadpoles?

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#57 If You Know What These Are You’re Old As Dirt

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#58 You Might Be Old But Are You This Old?

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#59 Being ’80s Cool With This Bad Boy Pen With A Digital Clock

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#60 Remember These?

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#61 I’m This Old

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#62 It Might Be A Really Fancy Monopoly Board But It’s Still Getting Flipped If I Land On Those The Deep Blue Plots With Hotels On Them

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#63 Feeling Old Yet? Ouch, That Hurts

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#64 Sony Walkman

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#65 I’m This Old

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#66 I’m This Old

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#67 I’m This Old

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#68 Do You Remember Milk At School?

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#69 I’m This Old

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#70 Watch Your Fingers

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#71 I’m This Old

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#72 I’m This Old And Still Alive

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#73 I’m This Old

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#74 Words To Live By

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#75 Kids Today Would Not Have A Clue What This Is. Do You Know?

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#76 Ouch

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#77 If You Know What This Is Your Old

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#78 Many Younger People Will Not Have Clue What This Is. Do You Know?

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#79 Sometimes You Don’t Realise How Good Something Was Until It’s Gone

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#80 This Is True

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#81 Do You Remember This Bunch?

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#82 I’m This Old

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#83 Here We Go

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#84 He-Man Toy. Did You Have One?

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#85 This How It Was Done Kids

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#86 What Song Would You Select To Annoy Everyone?

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#87 Are You This Old?

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