Janet Manley's article "So You Think You Know a Lot About the Titanic" delves into the phenomenon of 'Titanic kids'—young enthusiasts captivated by the maritime tragedy. Though reactions vary, many see their interest as a means of grappling with mortality. TikTok creator Robert Khederian shares a contrasting viewpoint, focusing instead on the luxurious aspects of the Titanic rather than its grim demise. The article encourages reflection on how children process complex themes through history, with TikTok comments further illuminating the blend of fascination with death, engineering, and opulence.
"Picturing those people who died, picturing the ship cracking and falling down to the bottom of the ocean, it taps into a sense of awe," clinical psychologist Debbie Sorensen noted in the article.
"I don't know if I agree with what was said in this article," said Khederian, before continuing. "Honestly, that didn't explain my interest at all. I was interested in the luxury."
"It's the perfect Venn diagram of luxury, death, engineering, and history," said one commenter.
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