Memories Quote by iJustine
“It's daunting to go back through the past, to read tweets and come across Facebook profiles of people who have passed away. It stirs up memories you never actually shared online or never will share online. It was a very emotional process.”
About This Quote
Source Blog post: Digital Memory and Grief, 2023
Revisiting online traces of the deceased triggers unexpected emotions and memories that were never shared publicly.
In simple terms: Online memories of the dead can be emotionally intense.
Approach digital remembrance with care.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social media scrolling
- memorial site visits
- family conversations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions arise when you see a deceased’s online profile?
- How do you decide what to share about the dead online?
The digital record may be incomplete or misleading.