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Hi sam,
I am 12 years old but i still watch tv shows aimed at young children. I dont watch them because i find them entertaining, i mainly do it for nostalgia, is this normal?
Hi sam,
I am 12 years old but i still watch tv shows aimed at young children. I dont watch them because i find them entertaining, i mainly do it for nostalgia, is this normal?
Hi there,
Lots of people enjoy nostalgia. If you want to watch the same things you liked when you were younger, then that’s okay.
The things we enjoy can change or grow as we get older, but there are things that can stay with you. It might be that you still get the same enjoyment, or you might feel comfortable being connected to the past.
If you feel like you’re using nostalgia to avoid the present, then it can help to think about ways to make things easier right now. Sometimes this might mean getting support, or thinking about ways to feel more in control.
Remember, you’re not alone. It can sometimes take time, but it's always possible to find people who share the same shows and things you enjoy.
Take care,
Sam
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