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Explaining The Ocean on Instagram: "Thalassophobia is an intense fear of large bodies of water, especially the ocean or deep, dark, and vast areas of water where the bottom isn’t visible. People with this phobia often feel anxiety or panic when thinking about, seeing, or being near deep water. It’s not just about swimming—it can include fears of what might be hidden below the surface, the sense of endless depth, or being lost in the vastness of the sea. Even images of deep water, underwater crea