The analogue and digital video cassette system is an old technology that has not been supported for more than a decade. In practice, this means that the devices are no longer commercially available and spare parts are no longer produced.
You may also have found that your VHS player is no longer able to play your video cassettes, but you should be aware that VHS cassettes also have a finite lifespan. VHS tapes can lose their magnetism over time, and the humidity in the air can cause them to become mouldy and stick together. Extreme heat fluctuations are not good for the tapes either, so we advise you to keep them at a constant temperature and vacuum-packed if possible. It is indeed worrying if there are treasured family memories of so-called sentimental value on those tapes. You’re lucky if your video tapes have stood the test of time, because we can be your “Memory Keepers”, giving you the chance to relive nostalgic moments at a reasonable price, and you can do it countless times with our help.
Relive your memories
Experts say that nostalgia can boost self-confidence, help us feel a sense of belonging and make us more inclined to do good, as well as contributing to our mental wellbeing. When reminiscing in a social context, it clearly increases cohesion and emotional belonging between the parties. Nostalgia is mainly about reliving positive memories. This not only helps us to remember the positive emotions we experienced, but also improves our current mood. Remembering pleasant experiences in the past makes us feel good in the present.
In fact, some research has shown that nostalgia, the recollection of the past, can provide a framework for our hectic everyday lives, making us realise that our lives are not just a confusing jumble, but a story embedded in a narrative, with meaningful, happy moments that have happened before and will continue to happen in the future.
In summary, recalling memories that are important to us and that we have shared with others increases our sense of mental well-being, self-esteem and sense of belonging to a community – all of which are important human needs. They can promote our spiritual development and even make us more kind-hearted. 😊