retrocentrism
Retrocentrism is a term used in sociology and anthropology to describe a tendency to romanticize or idealize the past, viewing it as a superior era to the present. This perspective often involves a selective memory, focusing on perceived positive aspects of a past society while overlooking or downplaying its negative elements. Retrocentrism can manifest in various forms, including nostalgia for historical periods, the belief that traditional values are inherently better, or a desire to return to perceived simpler times.
This phenomenon is distinct from historical revisionism, which aims to reinterpret historical events based on new
While a degree of nostalgia can be a natural human emotion, extreme retrocentrism can lead to resistance