💌 Connection #27: Nostalgia as a Bridge

1 idea, 1 practice, 1 question

Hi friend,

Here’s 1 idea, 1 practice, and 1 question to create more expansive connections.

One idea to consider

Nostalgia is a time machine we can share. When we revisit old memories with people we love, we’re not just reminiscing—we’re reconnecting with the version of ourselves that existed back then, and the bonds that held us together. Research shows that nostalgia strengthens feelings of belonging and meaning. It reminds us of who we were, how far we’ve come, and why certain people will always feel like home.

One practice to try on

This week, reach out to someone from a specific chapter of your life—high school, your first job, that one summer—and share a memory.

Send an old photo, a song that reminds you of them, or just a voice note saying, “Remember when…?” Notice how those shared moments instantly collapse time and distance. Sometimes a single memory can reopen an entire friendship.

One question to ask

“What’s a memory of us that always makes you smile?”

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