Nostalgia Is A Liar, Yet We Crave It: Experts Explain Why Our Brains Cling To Yesterday
Nostalgia often feels warm, safe, and comforting but experts say it’s more complex than just looking back fondly. While our memories can anchor us in difficult times, they can also trick us into idealizing the past and avoiding the present. The experts explain why nostalgia works the way it does. Scroll down to read more.
Aug 23, 2025, 10:48 AM IST
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Soundtrack of Life: Music Shapes Our Memories and Emotions
Explore how music influences and shapes our memories and emotions. Discover the powerful connection between soundtracks and personal experiences, and how melodies and rhythms can evoke deep feelings and nostalgia.
Aug 06, 2024, 15:31 PM IST
10 Signs You are Romanticizing your Past
Everyone has fond memories of the past, but sometimes we tend to romanticize it, viewing it through rose-colored glasses. While nostalgia can be comforting, it can also hinder personal growth and present happiness. Here are ten signs that you might be romanticizing your past.
Jul 23, 2024, 16:22 PM IST
Kangana Ranaut recalls Karwa Chauth memories, says 'please don't ridicule believers'
Kangana Ranaut who is an avid social media user, shared how the auspicious occasion of Karwa Chauth is celebrated in her hometown Himachal Pradesh.
Oct 24, 2021, 11:05 AM IST
Manoj Bajpayee remembers his late father, calls him 'sole support' behind his Bollywood journey
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who recently lost his father, has thanked all those who checked in on him and sent their love to him during this tough time.
Oct 04, 2021, 15:17 PM IST
Waited for 20 years to work with Vikram Bhatt: Rohit Roy
He revealed how long he has waited to work with the director.
Aug 01, 2018, 18:07 PM IST
My memories mean a lot to me: Radhika Apte
The 'Badlapur' actress will be giving a sneak peek into her house to her fans through season two of 'Where The Heart Is'.
Mar 15, 2018, 16:59 PM IST
Gulzar brings back memories of Partition in his new book
India's Partition in 1947 has always influenced the works of an entire generation of writers and now Gulzar brings those memories alive in his latest book "Footprints on Zero Line".
Sep 13, 2017, 19:26 PM IST
Brain's unable to form new memories when you're sleep deprived
Studying mice, scientists at Johns Hopkins have fortified evidence that a key purpose of sleep is to recalibrate the brain cells responsible for learning and memory so the animals can "solidify" lessons learned and use them when they awaken -- in the case of nocturnal mice, the next evening.
Feb 12, 2017, 14:55 PM IST
Ants use sun, memories for 'backward' walk home
Ants, which are famed for their highly developed work ethic, use the sun and memories of their surroundings to find the way home when they walk backward dragging a heavy load, scientists have found.
Jan 22, 2017, 20:32 PM IST
How our memories become permanent
It helps the brain set what an individual has learned or experienced as a quick instant replay.
Jan 02, 2017, 16:45 PM IST
US Open 2016: 14 days, 14 memories
Ivo Karlovic served his way into the US Open record books when he fired 61 aces in his five-set win over Lu Yen-Hsun of Taiwan.
Sep 12, 2016, 13:00 PM IST
Hostel where Kishore Kumar once lived is a ruin with memories
The century-old hostel of Indore Christian College, which still enlivens the memory associated with legendary singer Kishore Kumar, has turned into a ruin.
Aug 04, 2016, 11:23 AM IST
Snapchat's 'Memories' will let you save photos indefinitely – Watch!
Memories, which is a new way to save Snaps and Stories on Snapchat, will allow you to save pictures you take in the app and share them again later.
Jul 07, 2016, 10:50 AM IST
Memories 'lost' to Alzheimer's is recoverable
What if lost memories could be switched on? A team of scientists has come up with a technique that can be used to restore thoughts that have been lost.
Mar 17, 2016, 08:58 AM IST