I recently learned about the death of Baek Se-hee, the author of I Want to Die, But I Want to Eat Tteokbokki. The cause of her death was never officially confirmed, though there have been rumors surrounding it. Her book is deeply personal—a memoir of living with depression, written in a way that feels both raw and quietly comforting, almost like self-help through shared honesty.
Hearing of her death is undeniably sad, yet I can’t help but feel a sense of pride in her. She spoke openly about what many people are afraid to admit. Sometimes, choosing to stop fighting doesn’t come from weakness or from being a bad example. For me, it can also represent bravery, strength, and radical honesty—telling the truth about pain without pretending it’s noble or beautiful. 🤍🤍🤍





















