When you know, you know. April 02, 2025Andreia Viegas It's always been important to look after our things in times when we could not afford to buy new ones all of the time. The main practice was to look...
Nostalgia: from the cause of death to cause of healing March 29, 2025Andreia Viegas Nostalgia is an emotion deeply embedded in the human experience. It is the bittersweet feeling of longing for the past, reminiscing about moments that once brought us joy, comfort, or...
Safe - No more armpit lumps. March 07, 2025Andreia Viegas I have always used deodorant. I don't sweat much but am incredibly conscious about smells (it's probably my sharpest one). My choice of perfumes is evidence that I can be...
Airports: Human Behaviour Lab March 01, 2025Andreia Viegas As we fly out on another Portugal trip, I take one more opportunity to be a human behaviour observer. There is no better place to study people's psychological traits than...
Intuitive - just like my cycles. February 26, 2025Andreia Viegas Natural Cycles is one of the most useful apps on my phone. It's useful because it's reliable. No longer I have to use hormonal contraceptives or count the moons for...
Five Popular Ways to Spend Time: Then Vs Now February 22, 2025Andreia Viegas Free-time activities from the 80s and 90s were healthier and more affordable, with physical activities like bike riding, rollerblading, and outdoor play, which were low-cost and encouraged movement. Entertainment, such...
Why is Gen X Obcessed With Practical Products That Last February 08, 2025Andreia Viegas Yes, that's right. Generation X, born between the mid-1960s and early 1980s (MY generation!), has a unique perspective when it comes to consumer habits. Unlike younger generations drawn to trends...
Retirement on the horizon February 01, 2025Andreia Viegas Quite a daunting perspective. When I moved to the UK (just over 20 years ago), my idea was that of better job opportunities, better pay, and access to a fairer...
What did a 90's feel good music playlist looked like? January 25, 2025Andreia Viegas A '90s feel-good music playlist was a vibrant mix of upbeat pop, catchy rock anthems, groovy R&B, and infectious dance tracks. It captured the era's optimism, carefree vibes, and the...
The phenomenon of the longest month of the year January 19, 2025Andreia Viegas The “longest month of the year” is more than a literal stretch of days; it’s a psychological experience that many people resonate with. For most, the title is often bestowed...
Life Before Smartphones January 18, 2025Andreia Viegas How did we survive before the era of instant communication, social media, and ever-present smartphones? The Generation X grew up in a world where connection took creativity, patience, and planning....
How does Nostalgic Mumma help you relive good times? January 11, 2025Andreia Viegas Step into the time machine and relive the magic of the 80s and 90s—those golden years when life felt simpler, music was magnetic, and pop culture reigned supreme. My collection...
