17 Dec 2015 Blackmores Institute Scientists locate christmas spirit area of the brain 17 Dec 2015 Share Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on Pinterest News The Christmas spirit has been located in the human brain, reveals a study published in the BMJ's Christmas issue this week. A widespread phenomenon for centuries, the Christmas spirit is commonly described as feelings of joy and nostalgia mixed with associations to merry feelings, gifts, delightful smells, and good food. × To continue reading this article, please Log In or Sign Up for access.