Baek Sehee Books
Baek Sehee is a South Korean author who previously worked in advertising before writing about her personal experiences with depression and anxiety. Her debut book, 'I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki,' resonated widely for its raw and relatable portrayal of mental health struggles.
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I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki
This book is a candid memoir by Baek Sehee, chronicling her decade-long struggle with dysthymia and anxiety through a series of therapy sessions. Presented as conversations with her psychiatrist, it explores emotional fluctuations, self-loathing, and the challenges of social relationships, offering an honest look at the process of understanding oneself and finding meaning in life.
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Beginning of Therapy
When I first sat across from my psychiatrist, I struggled to describe what was wrong. I wasn’t collapsing or unable to get out of bed; I was simply numb. My emotions felt dulled, distant—as if I was observing myself from behind glass. I told him I could laugh when necessary and cry when it seemed ap...
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Exploration of Self-Perception
As therapy continued, I started noticing my deep discomfort with myself. I often described feeling like a fraud—someone whose outer appearance projected calm competence, while underneath I berated myself endlessly. The psychiatrist called it self-loathing, though at first, I resisted the word. It so...
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About Baek Sehee
Baek Sehee is a South Korean author who previously worked in advertising before writing about her personal experiences with depression and anxiety. Her debut book, 'I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki,' resonated widely for its raw and relatable portrayal of mental health struggles.
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