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Hello dear soul,

In today’s journal entry I dive into the feeling of nostalgia, and explore its role in our search for meaning and happiness in today's fast-paced, tech-driven world.

I reflect on the myth of perpetual progress and how technology has impacted our lives. I encourage us to reconnect with the past in playful and mindful ways.

Whether it's embracing retro fashion, rediscovering the anthems of past decades, or even enjoying phone-free days, this journal entry offers practical tips for cultivating joy through nostalgia and slowing down in the present.

Join me as we explore how tapping into the feeling of nostalgia can help us live more intentionally, and feel more human.

I wish you many blessings,
Kate

Video Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Why We’re Talking About Nostalgia
01:01 What Nostalgia Really Means (The "Return Home" Feeling)
01:37 The Myth of Perpetual Progress: Are We Happier Now?
02:20 The Data: How Happiness Rankings Have Dropped
03:00 Pick Your Nostalgic Decade
04:05 Finding Connection in Shared Culture (Music, Movies, & Anthems)
05:10 The Key Habit to Reclaim: Family Time (Dinners & Games)
06:14 Re-create Shared Space (Coffee Shops & Writing Physical Letters)
07:01 The Ultimate Fix: Why You Need a Phone-Free Day
07:57 Conclusion & Your Nostalgia Challenge

ps. here's the channel that inspired this entry: ‪@CanadianTimeCapsule028‬

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My main channel (Hack Music Theory) has over 250K subscribers and 10 million views. I've been a full-time YouTuber since 2017 and launched this personal channel (Lightbearer's Library) in 2025, where I'm making video versions of my journal entries.

Some of my favourite topics to talk about are practical philosophy, positive psychology, and personalty type (I'm an INFP). But honestly, my journals contain counter-cultural thoughts about everything, so expect the unexpected! I also share practical ways I'm improving my mental health, with the hope that you might find them useful too.

I deleted all my social media accounts over 10 years ago, so I offer a loving perspective that's free from the divisive language commonly found in feeds nowadays.

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