They Wanted to Explore the Titanic in a Submersible, If I had the Opportunity I Would Have Done it…

Summary

The website content reflects on the public's reaction to a tragic incident involving a submersible exploring the Titanic, emphasizing the importance of empathy and compassion over schadenfreude, particularly towards the wealthy.

Abstract

The article delves into the complex emotional responses surrounding the loss of a submersible exploring the Titanic. It acknowledges the natural inclination to imagine oneself in such an adventure but also highlights the claustrophobic reality of such an endeavor. The author expresses dismay at the insensitive comments on social media, which mock the tragedy and promote conspiracy theories instead of showing respect for the lives lost. The piece argues that the internet can be a tool for both good and evil, and it is our choice to use it to uplift or to harm. It criticizes the rejoicing over the misfortune of wealthy individuals, suggesting that such behavior is a reflection of one's own character flaws and does not contribute to personal success. The author emphasizes that gloating over someone else's tragedy, regardless of their wealth, is morally corrupt and lacks common sense and compassion. The article concludes by encouraging readers to consider the impact of their words and actions on social media, especially in regard to the feelings of the victims' loved ones.

Opinions

The author would have taken the opportunity to explore the Titanic in a submersible, despite personal claustrophobia.
There is a time and place for everything, and indulging in schadenfreude or conspiracy theories in the wake of a tragedy is inappropriate.
The Internet's potential for spreading vitriol and malice is a sad reality, but it is within our power to choose kindness and compassion instead.
The author believes that making fun of the wealthy victims or any tragedy is to lose one's humanity and that dark humor should not cross the line into heartlessness.
Rejoicing at a rich person's tragedy is seen as a fruitless endeavor that does not improve one's own life and is a sign of moral rot.
The article suggests that we are all accountable for our online behavior, and callous comments can have a lasting negative impact.
It is argued that if one had the means and opportunity, they would likely seize the chance to embark on such an expedition, and thus, should not judge those who do.
The author promotes their newsletter and YouTube channel as avenues for further engagement with their perspectives.

I have Claustrophobia, so I would be medicated

I keep seeing it in my head, it’s as if I’m watching a movie. I see the excited and awe-filled faces. Passengers on the submersible descended to the Titanic. Their fate concerned me.

I knew in my heart that they were gone.

The comments on social media disappointed me, but I wasn’t surprised. I don’t get it. There were human beings on that submersible. There’s a time and place for conspiracy theories. Now is not the time for Schadenfreude.

We can be better than that, it’s a choice

The Internet is a fun and useful tool. It’s also a vehicle for vitriol and malice, and that’s sad. The thing is, it’s a choice we make to be jerks. We can choose to be decent people. We can embrace compassion. So, why don’t we do that?

A lot of the hate is because the victims were rich. I know Dark Humor is a way to cope with tragedy. I use it myself. We lose our humanity when we deny another human being theirs.

Will rejoicing at a rich person’s tragedy make your life better?

Some people can’t accept that life can be hard and it’s not fair. Instead of working hard and creating their luck. They blame the wealthy for their failures and poor circumstances.

Rejoicing and making light of the tragedy makes you look small and weak. It will not improve your life. The only thing that has a chance of making your life better is hard work and the breaks going your way.

It doesn’t make sense to glory and make light of the tragedy. There is no Karma. We will answer to a final judgment. I have said it before. We all need to think before we speak and before we post on social media.

We will all have to answer for our heartlessness. The callous and mean social media posts will circulate online for years. How would it make you feel if when every time you went online there was a reminder of your family’s tragedy?

Three things to think about.

Rejoicing over a rich person’s tragedy diminishes you. It will not harm the rich person and might feel better in the short run, but it stains your soul.

It’s a sign of moral rot, it’s a sickness to derive pleasure and make fun of someone’s pain. Have some common sense and compassion.

Consider the feelings of the loved ones. Would you enjoy reading about your loved one’s tragic death? Put yourself in the family’s shoes.

It’s easy to say they were rich people using their money to do what we cannot do. Think about it. If you had the money and opportunity

You would have taken the trip down into the depths yourself. I know I would have.

They Wanted to Explore the Titanic in a Submersible, If I had the Opportunity I Would Have Done it too. Would you have taken the Trip?

I have Claustrophobia, so I would be medicated

We can be better than that, it’s a choice

Will rejoicing at a rich person’s tragedy make your life better?

Three things to think about.