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“Abuse, Love, and Envy in 2021 Lifestyle and Entertainment Media: A Critical Analysis of Toxic Relationship Narratives”

The family unit and the concept of love are intricately linked with the themes of abuse and personal relationships. The dynamics within families can be a source of both love and abuse, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds. In entertainment, the exploration of these dynamics can lead to a deeper understanding of the human condition, encouraging empathy and reflection among audiences.

2021 was the golden era for micro-aesthetics on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Tumblr. Communities formed around incredibly specific visual and audio styles. Music genres like pluggnb, glitchcore, and hyperpop reigned supreme. Keywords like the one we are analyzing were often used as tags for "video edits" that combined slowed-down music with highly stylized visuals of influencers or anime characters. Mood-Based Entertainment