Grave cleaning trend on TikTok: respect or views?
The rise of grave cleaning on social media sparks a significant conversation about how we honour and remember the deceased. As platforms like TikTok showcase this trend, they bring to light the cultural and ethical complexities surrounding the act of cleaning graves. While some see it as a respectful tribute, others raise concerns about exploitation and the potential impact on traditional mourning practices. Social media is crucial in shaping public perceptions of death and memory, influencing how viewers engage with these sensitive topics. By examining the motivations behind grave cleaning content and its reception, we can better understand shifting attitudes towards death in today’s digital age.
Dr Marina Deller, Casual Academic in Creative Writing and English Literature and Dr Edith Jennifer Hill, Associate Lecturer in Learning & Teaching Innovation at Flinders University, joined us today to delve into the cultural significance of grave cleaning, the ethical dilemmas it presents, and how social media is transforming our relationship with grief and remembrance.
Article on The Conversation: Grave cleaning videos are going viral on TikTok. Are they honouring the dead, or exploiting them?
