'I Used to Believe' Catalogs Childhood Beliefs
Marissa Brassfield — February 14, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: iusedtobelieve & urlesque
As imaginative youngsters, we often invent answers to life's many questions; 'I Used to Believe' is a site that catalogs the best of these childhood beliefs.
Take Susan, who says, "My brother and I thought that Grandma lived at the airport because that's where we always went to get her. Then when we were tired of her, we took her back."
Or this anonymous confession: "I used to believe that "paraphernalia" was "pair of vanilla." I couldn't understand why people would be arrested for having two of a flavor."
In an adult world where innocence and naivete is punished in favor of responsibility and pragmatism, 'I Used to Believe' is a refreshing step backward into a far more lighthearted time.
Take Susan, who says, "My brother and I thought that Grandma lived at the airport because that's where we always went to get her. Then when we were tired of her, we took her back."
Or this anonymous confession: "I used to believe that "paraphernalia" was "pair of vanilla." I couldn't understand why people would be arrested for having two of a flavor."
In an adult world where innocence and naivete is punished in favor of responsibility and pragmatism, 'I Used to Believe' is a refreshing step backward into a far more lighthearted time.
Trend Themes
1. Cataloging Childhood Beliefs - Creating platforms to catalog and share childhood beliefs can tap into nostalgic sentiments and provide opportunities for interactive storytelling.
2. Preserving Innocence and Naivete - Promoting and preserving the innocence and naivete of childhood can be a disruptive approach in a world that values responsibility and pragmatism.
3. Exploring Imagination and Curiosity - Encouraging exploration of imagination and curiosity can foster creativity and emotional well-being in individuals of all ages.
Industry Implications
1. Online Communities - Online platforms that facilitate the sharing and cataloging of childhood beliefs can create opportunities for engaging online communities.
2. Education and Learning - Integrating childhood beliefs and storytelling into educational settings can enhance learning experiences and promote imagination.
3. Entertainment and Media - Creating nostalgic content and platforms that tap into childhood beliefs can attract and engage audiences seeking lighthearted entertainment and storytelling.
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