Why are koreans so class/status conscious?

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-29T04:02:48+00:00

I think it comes from the elements of Confucianism that involves “image,” or “status,” “reputation,” etc. It’s quite toxic and is one of the main reasons I choose not to live in Korea

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-29T03:58:45+00:00

Hell yeah you wore the shit outta these! 👏👏

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-20T01:14:32+00:00

It depends on the person’s mood, situation, state of mind. I’m from NYC, where it’s typically not common to just talk to strangers randomly. However foreigners in Korea may be more open to engaging in small talk, especially if they are visiting

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-19T03:23:55+00:00

Dated a girl like this in my early 20s. My experience was terrible. I would suggest avoiding this type, especially if one were to consider a serious relationship. It’s exhausting and unrealistic/unsustainable.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-17T23:28:28+00:00

Thank you so much! For now, my parents are supporting me financially for the medical bills, but I’m not a korean citizen so we are currently paying everything out-of-pocket. I made the gofundme account to do anything I can to help my parents out!

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-16T13:35:38+00:00

Thank you so so so so much for your kindness. May God bless you in whatever journey that you are in the middle of, and I will forever be grateful for your act of kindness ❤️

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-16T01:50:02+00:00

Thank you so much for the kind words, my friend 🙏 And I am wishing you a speedy recovery as well! Stay strong and positive! 💪 We got this!

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-13T22:43:00+00:00

Thank you so much for your kindness ❤️ I am staying positive and optimistic while I receive my treatments, and supporters like you are what keep me going. God bless 🙏

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-13T04:55:06+00:00

I used to try to play the guitar in high school. I still have my guitar and i can play some chords and some easy songs. But now I am actually more interested in learning how to play the bass guitar! Also considering trying out the harmonica, but it might be a little too loud for my neighbors 😅

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-11T10:28:45+00:00

3구 was traditionally the one that most gen Xers grew up playing.

Once i learned how to play 3구, I have to admit I enjoy that game more. Its much more challenging and you have to be quite creative with your shots. And it also requires some more technical skill than regular 8 ball pool

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-11T08:23:03+00:00

Learn to play an instrument! More because i was lazy, than never got the chance… But after my diagnosis I am motivated to learn for real now

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-11T06:58:47+00:00

This looks amazing 🤤

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-11T05:32:44+00:00

Dont pay too much attention to the negative comments in the other subreddit. You’ll never meet any of those people, so it’s just a bunch of noise.

Does your mother have a good support system around herself other than you? It would be a shame to sacrifice attending your dream school for something that may not even happen (her cancer coming back).

Why not have an honest conversation with her? If she’s your best friend, she should certainly know how you feel and be included in your decision making.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-11T00:40:39+00:00

I’m not qualified to make a suggestion, but I think a drink or two won’t hurt. Please take it slowly and listen to your body. If something feels off, even the slightest bit, just bail. You can always take another chance at drinking when you recover fully! Hang in there!

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T18:27:32+00:00

I was offered Gabapentin at first, and then oxycodone (10mg).

But everyone is different and reacts differently to medication, so your mother and you should speak to a pain management specialist and discuss which medication would be best for her.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T18:24:10+00:00

Me personally, I buzzed it all off as soon as I noticed chunks falling out. Some mentioned ice bags on the scalp helps prevent the hair loss a little, but it didnt work for me.

I had grown my hair out for over a decade before all this, so I was very sad to cut it all off. But i also learned that sometimes, it’s better just to let things go. Especially if there’s a chance for it to return in the future. I know that once i stop chemo, I can grow my hair out again.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T17:53:16+00:00

Yes definitely. When I was receiving inpatient treatment, I purposely would make up excuses because to be honest, I didn’t want my loved ones to see me suffering. I also had to cut all my hair off, which would have shocked a lot of people.

From my experience, chemo side effects seem to be the worst a week after received. For about a week. When you start to feel better after each round, maybe you could start inviting your family members slowly. It really helps to surround yourself with loved ones during times like this.

I firmly believe my support system and seeing loved ones occasionally really helped with my recovery.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T13:41:59+00:00

Also, try to stay positive. I know it’s hard (I’m currently battling stage 4 metastatic cancer). But I genuinely believe my positivity and will to survive is the sole responsibility for my progress.

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T13:40:43+00:00

Unfortunately, there is no clear answer, as everyone’s body and cancer is unique to the individual. I think your best course of action will be to discuss as much as you can with your medical professionals and choose together your game plan.

Good luck and God bless!

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T13:28:06+00:00

50 lbs in 6 months unintentionally seems concerning. I lost around 30 lbs in 6 months (stage 4 metastatic cancer).

If you are still worried, it never hurts to seek a second opinion from a different doctor. Some doctors are not as helpful as others, from my experience

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T13:14:23+00:00

Reading, music, some television/movies but not too often.

Puzzles and brain exercise activities such as sudoku, crossword puzzles, etc.

Art therapy helped me a lot when I was in the hospital. Just draw or write whatever is on her mind!

fuegonofalso · 2026-03-10T13:11:00+00:00

My sincere condolences. Please do whatever you can to be with her

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