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“The Greek word for "return" is nostos. Algos means "suffering." So nostalgia is the suffering caused by an unappeased yearning to return,” stated Milan Kundera. 

The days that were and the days that will never be again sum up the joys of feeling nostalgic for something. The daily rut of getting out of bed, making coffee, working for excessive hours, socializing with people, coming home to watch Netflix, sleep and repeat, falls short of the happiness of childhood. 

Those days when life seemed oh so interesting, complex, and explorative. Those days when TV actually had something good on regardless of timing or day of the week. Those days when one didn’t have to pay rent, worry about being able to afford eggs, or ponder the purpose of existence. All those feelings can be summed up in the posts by this Instagram page called  “Ouch, Right In The Childhood.” 

They come with a warning of having the potential to ruin your childhood, so be careful as you scroll through this list, upvoting your favorites and leaving comments in the sections below. It’ll be a good time! And if you’d like another hit of nostalgia, here’s another Bored Panda article right here. Now let’s get into it! 

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He also paid for all his medical care. Robin Williams was just one of the best humans ever. 😢

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A sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period in the past. That, ladies and gentlemen, is what we call nostalgia. A craving for the way things were. An idyllic way of remembering the past. The bittersweet feeling of happiness and pain intermixing. Those times will never truly come back, but there are bits and pieces of them still present. 

The page called “Ouch, Right In The Childhood” has made it their mission to keep the nostalgia train running with their witty memes. Although the page comes with a warning of the potential ruining of one’s childhood, their 142K followers seem to not mind. Started in August 2016, they’re still going strong. 

Nostalgia is one of those feelings that is universally familiar, and yet the experience of it is specific to each person. What one person feels deep feelings of longing for, another may have completely forgotten about, and vice versa. Yet in both cases, that feeling may be a result of our own thought processes, rather than an accurate representation of memory. 

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There is a reason that Alan R. Hirsch refers to nostalgia as a screen memory—not a true recreation of the past, but rather a combination of many different memories, all integrated together, and all negative emotions getting filtered out in the process. One can never return to this past, as it never truly existed, and the present reality, no matter how good, can never be as good as an ideal. 

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Always, always, always upvote for Monty Python!🥰🥰🥰🥰🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always smile when I remember this great, wonderful, kind, and very funny man! RIP Robin, you were always a treasure!🥰😁😢❤️

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The nostalgic urge to recreate the past within the present in many ways explains the choices we decide to make. Marrying spouses with characteristics reminiscent of those of our parents, painting walls the same colors we had in our childhood bedrooms, sleeping with a stuffed toy, building a diet with the foods that we grew up with, etc. 

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As Dr. Hal McDonald states, we are, after all, the leading actors in the memories that we classify as nostalgic, so some reflection on the type of role we play in those memories is necessary for determining how important or meaningful those past experiences are to the present in which we remember and embody them.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't remember ever thinking I wished we had internet. I can't remember being bored either.

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Although we think of nostalgia as something that one is fond of, a positive thing in general, back in 1688 Swiss physician Johannes Hofer defined it as a neurological illness. It wasn’t until the 19th century that things started to shift. According to VeryWellMind, another Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung saw nostalgia as a way of reconnecting with our past and understanding our present.

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Studies have shown that nostalgia can have positive effects on mental and physical health. For example, nostalgia has been shown to boost immune function and reduce stress levels, and can also help to increase life satisfaction and reduce anxiety. But, of course, everything has to be taken in moderation, as nostalgia can lead to a sense of loneliness and isolation and make us less likely to take action in the present. 

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's a video store nearby that USED to be a blockbuster, now independant. Still has the attached dominos, and they still actually do pizza and a movie deals with each other.

Kathy Rose
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Netflix killed them but I wish we could get them back. I hate endlessly scrolling through Amazon prime trying to find something good.

Mickysixxx
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haha I posted this on a ask pandas thing lol we used to meet up at the video shop and play street fighter. They had a burger bar and heaps of arcade games. It was a Friday ritual

Laura Bragg
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

if you remember blockbuster it shows how old you are when everyone else don't know what blockbuster was the best video store in town

Nofacenocase
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ccollllleeegggeeeee!!! Omg I can see myself on Ponce de Leon in Atlanta w my bff

Icecream Sarang
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG yes. It was Hollywood Video and 49 cent Taco Bell for us, but same thing!!!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny thing is I actually feel like blockvlbuster could make a come back. Especially with people who are in upper 20s and 30s who loved pur childhood. I'd definitely rent a DVD again and go through the feelings of being a kid again

Raye West
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Somewhat recently I had to go to the hospital and I hadn't been to the hospital in a very very long time. While I was doing the paperwork the lady looked me up and asked all the usual questions like when was the last time I went to the hospital. she started busted out laughing because the last time I went my occupation was listed as Blockbuster employee. I never saw somebody laughed so hard through a screen before

Vicki Cunningham
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember when Blockbuster sold the concert tickets. We once waited in line around the building for Rolling Stone tickets.

Kezza
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Block buster didn't want to buy Netflix.. They kinda bought it on themselves

Janice Seagraves
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Friday used to be our "family fun night", which was Little Caesar's pizza and three or four Blockbusters movies. I'd sometimes make microwave popcorn, too.

Mary Pigott
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fridays after picking up the kids from school, movie rentals then pizza..

dbreise
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I miss the feeling of getting a new movie rental form blockbuster and popping it in the VHS! Movies just don't hit the same now days.

Laura Monroe
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A lot of Domino's were right next door to a lot of Blockbuster pizzas

Shoto Todoroki
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm crying, growing up my family would do Fun Fridays when I was in school. The attempt was every friday but sometimes every other Friday. And we would go to Blockbuster and pick up several movies and then get a pizza. Its where I feel in love with Ghibli movies and anime

Lauora
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dominoes, blockbuster and sleepovers! Great memories and lots of giggles! It was great when you went with your friends Mum or Dad to get them. Simpler times!

Joe Hurd
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I miss blockbuster. I wasn't trapped by streaming contracts etc forcing numerous subscription. Just go pay $3 and bring it back in 3 days

Kevin Hickey
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember movie theater owners freaking out because Blockbuster was going to put them out of business.

JayhawkJoey
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Remember that feeling when all the movies you were looking for were there? So good.

Amy T
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Back in the days when I was young I'm not a kid anymore. But some days I sit and wish I was a kid again"

Martin John
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Still a little bitter that Blockbuster put about all of the mom and pop video stores out of business. Each one had it's own quirky vibe AND it's own "room behind the curtain" that Blockbuster wouldn't DARE dream of having! :P

Julia Cargile
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had the best times at Blockbuster. Kids these days have no idea...

Nicki
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked there as a teen, we always had so much fun at work and the free rentals for us were awesome. The only part that sucked was when we had to deal with angry customers about late fees or not having a particular movie because it was all rented out. 🤣🤣🤣

Tamara
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't get over the "feels", what is so terribly wrong with "feelings"?

Scott Crowe
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was banging a Blockbuster manager for awhile and never ever had to pay for rentals. Good times !

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And today, the actors who played Short Round was nominated for an OSCAR and he's predicted to WIN!!! CONGRATS Short Round 🎉🎊

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There are a few things you can do to avoid the negative effects of nostalgia. As advised by VeryWellMind, one should aim to ground themselves in the present moment. What are you doing right now that you enjoy? Also, make an effort to connect with others, spend time with people you care about, and talk to them about your positive memories.

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Furthermore, do things that make you happy. Listen to music, go for walks, watch your favorite movie. If you’re feeling particularly down or drifting more and more into the past, it would be a good idea to speak to a therapist about it all, as they can help you make sense of things. Most importantly, be mindful of how much time you spend dwelling on the past.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well i've recently learned you need to make those markers wet before using. Lets say 30 years to late.

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At the end of the day, nostalgia is an experience that unites us all as people. Albeit different in each case, nostalgia motivates us to remember the past, uniting us with that authentic self and reminding us of who we have been, then comparing that to who we feel we are today. The conflict of the bitter longing for what can never be again together with the sweetness of having experienced it is what makes us all inherently human. 

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As you continue to scroll through this list of hilarity and painful nostalgia, make sure you’re upvoting your favorites and leaving comments along the way, and I shall hope to see you in the very next one! Have yourselves a good one! 

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's even a bit sadder now, since the actor also died pretty young. 😥

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Scriptwriter: "I dreamed of writing the Great American Novel, but this is what I ended up doing instead. Oh well, might as well make the best of it and use some of my "A" material."

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And the next line, for anyone wondering is: Ti esrever dna ti pilf nwod gnaht ym tup i. Which is the original line, backwards.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mythbusters did this one once. The bad guys would hear you crawling through that metal vent from a mile away. Clang clang clang. "I'm being stealthy" Clang clang clang.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

After I watched this a few times I remember thinking about that same thing and there goes the Ed Gein of the Cars world!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Many celebs will wear the same thing in public because it makes the paparazzi photos worth less money.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For the rest of us it is trying to kneel on a piece of wood balanced on a kitchen table, trying to saw a bit off and the wood keeps moving, you then find the cut piece is crooked and you've left a small nick in the table top. Sawdust is sticking to you and you tea/coffee has gone cold.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is a photo from a particular type of adult movie, involving a group of black males towering over a very small white girl. I believe this is in reference to that particular photo,

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I may get hated for saying this, but Im not mad at Will Smith for acting out pain for his wife. He just did it on national tv. To make a joke about his wife's medical condition is a f****d up thing to do too. That was just overshadowed by the actions of Smith

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did he find love in orange suits? Btw, why is the name of the actor Jeff Daniels, who was just as awesome in Dumb and Dumber as Jim, so little mention?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me either. Now my Walmart makes the stock people stock shelves in the morning. It takes them at least 3 hours longer than it did overnight because now they have to try and dodge around more shoppers. I'm a relatively early shopper and I've been run into by stock people more times in the last 3 years than I had in the entire rest of my life prior.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Audio-video cables. Van Gogh - only one audio cable. Beethoven, only visual (he went deaf). Stevie wonder --only audio cables (he was blind)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How long did it go for Dale to not realize his son was not his son? 13 years? 14?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The second from the left and also the second from the right will always be my favorite Velma.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I went straight to the fridge and grabbed a water bottle right after seeing this

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Flash games were OK, but websites designed on Flash were a real pain in the low back.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the comic book series: Fables, Gepetto is the puppet master that controls an evil and cruel empire

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But, let's be honest, Disney Villains are more true to life. That sweet kil'ol' lady can't be a villain? Oh, she was a secretary, at Belsen. That doctor, who lives on our street can't be evil, he gives full size Snickers at Halloween?! Oh, he euthanizes people he seems a burden. That college guy can't be bad, he helps out down at the animal shelter? What do you mean his Frat Bro's call him, "Mr. Roofie".

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh god, I hated these things... Want a mushy cake disaster? Get one of these. Trust me, OP, I wanted to keep forgetting...

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Still no annyoing commercials in every 15-20 minutes and you can choose whatever you want to watch. You can pause everything if you wanna go to the toilet. You can also stop watching it, go to sleep and continue where you left it. You don't have to remind yourself to record the stuff you are interested in if you are not at home because you can watch anything whenever you have time for it. If you liked a scene you can watch it again. So it's still not the same.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shen was such a good villain in KFP2. They had it set up perfectly where you'd think "maybe he'll learn.....maybe he'll redeem himself"...THEN NOPE! SMASH!

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's 2011, I am 38, I didn't know I would have my first son 2 years after... Let's go multiplayer.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I only remember annoying orange. That was the only thing that aired when I used to watch TV. The rest of them I don’t know

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