I too often find myself nostalgic, particularly for the era around 2010. These years hold a special place in my heart. It was the days of my childhood. It was a simpler time when technology, phones and the internet, had not yet dominated our lives. The beauty of life was in its simplicity. We were untouched by the worries that seem to be an important part of adulthood. Now, everything has drastically changed. Everyone seems to wear a serious look on their faces, weighed down by the many concerns of life. Even the simple act of meeting a friend has become a scheduled activity. I have to plan it in advance, almost like booking a doctor's appointment. It feels very structured, very unlike the spontaneity of our past

Why do you dislike the new world so much? I mean, I get it, the world has its fair share of problems. There's a lot of bad things about it, no doubt. However, it's easy to forget that the past had its issues too. It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows, you know. It wasn't much better before, in fact, in many ways, it was worse. We've come a long way in terms of technological advancements, social equality, and more. Now, on the contrary, there are more opportunities for all people. Think about it, the internet alone has opened up a world of possibilities. You can learn anything, start a business, connect with people across the globe and so much more. Sure, there's still a long way to go, but we've made significant strides, don't you think?

@butterfly_effect I get you a lot, you said it perfectly, only my nostalgia is tied to the 90s. For me, that was the golden era. The world was different, calmer and in many ways more genuine. Life felt unfiltered and raw.

We had the chance to experience moments in their purest form. There was a kind of magic in the air. I don’t even know how to describe it. The '90s was a time of great cultural shifts, and being part of it, felt like being part of history. Now, we are living in a world that is increasingly complicated and fast-paced. The simplicity and authenticity of the 90s is what we’re all missing. I’d rather be in dreams about the past all day than to live in what we have now.

@Brad Well, aren’t you funny, Brad. I wish I could see the world through your rose-tinted glasses. But unfortunately the answer is no. It's not about disliking the "new world" as you put it, but about acknowledging the glaring injustices that still exist. There is no equal opportunity today, despite what you believe. Look around you, the wealth gap is wider than ever, poverty and homelessness are rampant, systematic discrimination is far from gone. I don't know what world you live in, but in my world, reality bites. We are so far away from equal opportunity that it's almost laughable. Sure, we've made some progress, but let's not pat ourselves on the back just yet. We may have advanced technology and more convenience, but are we really that far removed from the past? In many ways, it feels like we're stuck in a loop, just with fancier gadgets.

Escape from reality? I totally get you, mate. I find myself doing the same thing with video games all the time. There's something so magical about immersing yourself in these amazing virtual worlds. I mean, you can be anyone, do anything, and it's all at the tips of your fingers. It's a far cry from our everyday life. Sometimes, I just get lost in these games for hours on end. It's like a mini vacation from reality. And honestly, in this day and age, who doesn't need a break from reality every now and then?

Man, I totally get where you're coming from. It's like we're living in two completely different realities, right? It's like there's the world as we know it, and then there's the world we knew before that. Before all the phones and stuff…And the gap between the two just seems to be getting wider and wider

There's so much happening around us today that it's hard to keep up. I mean, just turn on the news and you'll see what I'm talking about. There's so much injustice and inequality, so much suffering and pain. It's like every day brings a new crisis

I can totally understand why you'd want to escape from all that. Nostalgia can be a powerful thing. It's like a warm blanket of some sort

@murphy64180 I see both sides of this discussion. Yes, we live in different worlds. There's a lot of inequality and injustice happening right now. And it's totally understandable why someone would want to live in memories of the past. But are you keeping up with what's happening? Are you actively involved in trying to make changes or are you just living in the past? Maybe if we all put a bit more effort into making the present better, we wouldn't feel the need to escape into the past so much.

Remember, change starts with us. We can't change the past, but we can definitely influence the future.

@𓂀 𝕟𝕠𝕥𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣𝕞𝕚𝕟𝕕 𓂀 Wow, you know what? I couldn't agree more about video games. Me too actually It's funny, but I find myself turning to them more and more these days. There's just something so satisfying. And you know what's interesting? I've noticed that older folks tend to complain about video games quite a bit. They say it makes teenagers aggressive and whatnot, which is a viewpoint I've never quite understood and I am an old folk myself. I mean, in most of the games we play, aren't we the heroes? We're usually out there saving the world from some terrible people or disaster. So where does this supposed aggression come into play? If anything, it's teaching us problem-solving and strategy. Not to mention, it's a great stress reliever after a long day. So really, I think they've got it all wrong.

@xoxo Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's comforting to know I'm not alone in feeling this way. Sometimes I feel guilty, almost like I'm being lazy, spending the day daydreaming about the past instead of engaging with the present. I guess it's part of the human condition to always think about the past. To look back on those better days with a sense of longing. It’s my way of coping with all the bullshit world throws at me.

@charli You know, I guess I kinda see where you're coming from. It's just... I don't know, it's hard. I find myself stuck in a cycle. Sitting around, thinking about the past, it just comes so naturally to me. It's like my default setting.

I mean, I hear you. The present needs us. The future needs us. But it's just so much easier to retreat into the past. It's comfortable It doesn't demand anything from me.

But I get it, I do. I need to try harder. We all do. It's just... it's easier said than done.