Lee Hyori opened up about her personal struggles and deep thoughts on giving back.
On the July 27 broadcast of JTBC’s Hye Ja’s Garden, More Beautiful Than Heaven, the top star visited veteran actress Kim Hye Ja’s home for a warm and emotional chat.
During their conversation, Lee Hyori got honest about why she often donates to good causes. She said, “I feel like the sky gave me so many blessings. I earned a lot of money, I’m still healthy, I’m pretty, and I met a great husband… Sometimes I wonder, ‘Why did I receive so much?’ It feels like a burden sometimes.”
She added, “Because I’ve received so much, I naturally feel like I should share. But honestly, part of me also thinks I might be punished if I don’t give back. I wonder if that makes me selfish.”
Kim Hye Ja responded warmly, saying, “There are people who don’t feel thankful even when they receive a lot. Some think it’s just something they deserve.” She praised Lee Hyori’s sincerity, saying her honesty was touching.
The conversation got even deeper when Lee Hyori admitted, “Sometimes, I hate how weak I am inside. When people praise me, I get scared. I think, ‘What if they find out who I really am?’ That’s why I don’t like going outside often.”
Kim Hye Ja related to her words and offered comfort, saying that it’s natural for people to have flaws and feel pressure, especially when they’re constantly in the spotlight.
Fans praised Lee Hyori for showing her true self and speaking from the heart, with many saying it made them admire her even more.
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