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When physical memory-keeping feels obsolete to younger generations

I tried to explain to my kids why we kept photo albums and they looked at me like I was describing ancient history and I realized they'll never understand the weight of physical memories.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Changes in how memories are stored and accessed alter the relationship between past and present across generations.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Historical consciousness and temporal depth?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.