During times of uncertainty (like when you're moving or starting a new job), nostalgia is the anchor that keeps your emotions grounded. Being able to recall happy times instills hope that these transitory periods will go smoothly and will soon become just another memory."Nostalgic memories can serve as reminders that life wasn't always so difficult [and] restore a sense of being grounded and able to survive during difficult times," Batcho explained to
Healthline. Harking back to a time of peace and tranquility and temporarily living in the past makes it easier to deal with the stress and turmoil presently at hand.
