Preliminary Task#1: Final & Learning Outcome

 

The music video serves as a powerful exploration of mental health, loneliness, and self-identity, offering viewers a chance to engage with these complex themes. One key learning outcome is a deeper understanding of mental health challenges, especially the isolation and feelings of being misunderstood that can accompany mental illness. By portraying the protagonist’s reliance on a hallucination as a coping mechanism, the video highlights how loneliness can lead people to create their own sources of comfort when they feel disconnected from others. This narrative encourages empathy by inviting viewers to consider the internal battles faced by individuals who may seem “different” or “distant.”

Additionally, the video opens up conversations about the importance of having supportive environments and understanding relationships. Through the interactions with her mother and the contrast with her imagined friend, the protagonist’s struggle conveys how a lack of connection or understanding can intensify feelings of isolation. Viewers are encouraged to reflect on how they engage with others, especially those who may need compassion, understanding, or simply someone to listen. The music video ultimately aims to normalize discussions about mental health, reduce stigma, and advocate for more open, empathetic communication about mental illness in personal and societal spaces.