Stolen Nation, Unbroken Spirit: How Korea’s Lost Sovereignty Sparked a Century of Resistance
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Before Korea rose to impeach a president, it had first endured the trauma of losing a nation.
K-Parenting
Drawing from my Korean heritage, this section delves into Korean parenting styles, celebrating their unique strengths while also addressing current challenges they face.
Like a Phoenix: The Rebirth of Korean Democracy in 2025
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How a Nation Rose from Crisis—Fueled by Protest, Blankets, and Unshakable Will
The Root of the Matter: Why Koreans Expect Their Leaders to Serve
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A civic reflex shaped over 500 years of Confucian thought, peasant uprisings, and a deeply rooted culture of holding power accountable—now driving Korea’s modern democracy.
The Medical School Fever That’s Reshaping an Entire Nation
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Why Medicine Has Become the New Gold Standard for Success in South Korea
From Shadow to Silence: Teachers’ Day in Modern Korea (Family Month Special Part 3)
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From reverence so deep you wouldn’t step on their shadow, to a day too awkward to celebrate.
Parents’ Day in Korea: A Gratitude Remix with Korean Soul (Family Month Special Part 2)
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A deep dive into the tradition, meaning, and modern-day challenges of Korea’s Parents’ Day.
Korea’s Children’s Day: When the Whole Country Hits Pause for Kids
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Ever heard of Korea’s National Children’s Day? Dive into this unique public holiday for kids – its surprising history, joyful celebrations, and why it’s more
Korea’s ‘Iron Rice Bowl’: The Rise (and Fall) of Civil Service and Teaching Careers
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When lifetime jobs vanished overnight, South Koreans chased a new dream: unbreakable security in public service.
The IMF Crisis and South Korea’s Hyper-Competitive Childhood
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How Economic Trauma Turned Parental Love into Relentless Pressure
Eleven Years of Grief: Remembering the Sewol Ferry Tragedy
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Today marks the 11th anniversary of a disaster that claimed 304 lives—most of them schoolchildren—and forever changed South Korea. For those outside Korea, here’s why