The army helmet that Amou Haji wears is not just functional but symbolic. It represents his battles, perhaps not against external enemies but against the elements and the societal expectations he has forsaken.
This helmet can be seen as a metaphor for protection against the judgments and values of others, symbolizing the psychological armor individuals may don to shield themselves from external scrutiny and conformist pressures, thus prompting reflection on the delicate balance between self-expression and societal expectations in shaping personal identity and authenticity.