Halcyon (phrase)

The phrase "halcyon days" refers to a peaceful, calm, and happy period, often from the past. Originally, it comes from a myth about a bird called the kingfisher (sometimes called halcyon), which was believed to calm the turbulent ocean while nesting. In modern usage, it describes times of tranquility and prosperity, evoking nostalgia for an idealized, stress-free era. The phrase is often used when looking back fondly on a period that seemed more peaceful and prosperous than the current time.