Jess Mitchell

Project: Prison of Mind

My project is a creative project in Minecraft called the "Prison of Mind" — a symbolic build designed to explore and represent mental health issues in a relatable, comforting way. Through carefully crafted environments, visual metaphors, and interactive spaces, the prison reflects the invisible walls people can feel trapped behind when struggling with their mental well-being. Each section uses unique symbolism to express emotions like anxiety, isolation, and self-doubt, while also including pathways toward hope, connection, and healing. The goal is to make deep, often overwhelming topics more approachable and to create a space where people can feel seen, understood, and less alone.

I’m really excited for this project because mental health is something I’m incredibly passionate about—I believe it’s so important to talk about it openly and find creative ways to help people feel understood. Minecraft has always been a space where I can express myself freely, so using it to build something meaningful feels really powerful. I’m excited to see how the Prison of Mind can turn difficult emotions into something visual and interactive, and hopefully help others feel less alone in what they’re going through.