Nostalgic folk have better longterm relationships

Nice News -  Researchers from the University of Buffalo and Kyoto University found that nostalgic people may be more motivated to strengthen and maintain long-term relationships than those who aren’t. Why? When we reminisce about the good times we’ve spent with loved ones, we appreciate them more — and are more driven to maintain those connections, the team suggests.
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“People who feel nostalgic more often and value those memories are more aware of their important relationships and the need to nurture them,” co-author Kuan-Ju Huang said in a statement. “This means these friendships may be more likely to last, even as we get older and our lives, interests, and responsibilities change.” Read more about the link between nostalgia and friendship.​