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The Stranger Things effect: why nostalgia builds connection and improves our mood
Nostalgia is often described as a wistful longing for the past - a warm feeling that takes us back to a time when we felt happier or more secure. But it isn’t always tied to a specific decade or moment. Sometimes it comes from shared experiences we all relate to, such as the honesty of childhood friendships, the simplicity of growing up, or the sense that life once seemed easier to understand. We explore how nostalgia may support our emotional wellbeing and why pop-culture favourites such as Stranger Things help shape our mood.
Could cold exposure boost your health and wellbeing?
We tend to associate plunging winter temperatures with the cold and flu season. But did you know that cold showers and cold water swimming have proven benefits for health? We ask the experts about the dos and don'ts of cold exposure.
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