Firsts are always special, aren't they? You probably remember the first time someone asked you out, the first thing you bought with your first salary, your first kiss, your first car, the first new cuisine you tried and loved, or absolutely hated. Our minds hold a tender spot for these "firsts."
But have you ever wondered why?
Why do the first times feel so vivid, while the experiences that follow fade into the background? Why do we celebrate beginnings so intensely and barely acknowledge the journey after?
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Well, this love for firsts shows how our mind works and how we form strong memories. But is this obsession healthy, or is it something you should pause and reflect on?
The brain loves novelty
According to Dr Rahul Chandhok, head consultant, mental health and behavioural science, Artemis Hospi
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