Why do people think about people in your past?

Answer 1

People think about other people from the past because either they have had a loved one die or maybe a good friendship they want to remember so they continue to think about the person because they might miss them. Or as parents, we like to think about and recall memories of our children when they were tiny tots (in the past) because we have good and loving feelings about our children that we like to remember.

Answer 2

People might think about individuals from their past due to nostalgia, unresolved emotions, or curiosity about how those individuals are doing. Memories of past relationships, friendships, or experiences can trigger thoughts about people from one's past.