JTBC
With its premiere on January 27th, "Doctor Slump" has become a feel good series, providing the warmest vibes all weekend long. In a combination of hilarious comedy, healing moments, and budding romance, it is all a K-Drama fan could ever ask for. The JTBC drama stars veterans, Park ShinHye and Park HyungSik.
"Doctor Slump" revolves around Yeo JeongWoo (Park HyungSik) and Nam HaNeul (Park ShinHye). Both were top students at school and were each other's academic rivals. They reunite during one of the lowest points of their lives. Although they continue to bicker, they become each other's pillar of support and romance blossoms between the two.
The drama dives into a variety of different topics including mental health and the downsides of maintaining academic excellence. With these varying themes, the drama presents various life lessons that audiences can take to heart and apply to their own lives.
Here are just a few things viewers can learn from heartwarming K-Drama "Doctor Slump".
Note: spoilers ahead.
1. Take Care Of Your Health
One of the biggest concepts that the JTBC drama tackles is the act of taking care of your health. Regardless of if it's physical or mental, "Doctor Slump" shows its characters making these stark realizations that enduring the pain and pushing forward isn't always the best option.
Just like when Yeo JeongWoo and Nam HaNeul ended up at the nurse's office for neglecting their health, we could very well go down the same path. There's a saying that "health is wealth", and the drama proves this to be true time and time again.
2. Find A Support System
While life can oftentimes be a solitary experience, it doesn't need to remain this way. Nam HaNeul hyper-focused on her studies and advancing in the medical field that she was unable to properly forge strong bonds of comradery and friendship. Outside of her family and Lee HongRan (Kong SeongHa), HaNeul was essentially going through life all on her own.
However, everything changes once she reunites with Yeo JeongWoo. He shows her the strength in friendship and having one other person to lean on as a pillar of support. Being in similar situations, they're able to empathize with each other and offer much needed reminders that everything is going to be okay. Just like our two main characters, having a support system is important to enduring all the hardships life gives us.
3. Admit When You're Not Okay
It's certainly a skill to be able to grit our teeth, work through the hardships, and persevere until the very end. This very act is often seen as a symbol of unrelenting strength. However, it's also a skill to realize when you're at your limit and admit that things are simply not okay.
It took a lot for Nam HaNeul to totally accept this fact, but when she did, she was able to find the help she so desperately needed. And while Yeo JeongWoo initially rejected HaNeul's invitation to visit a therapist, he soon realized it was something he needed to do in order to truly heal. Likewise, it's important that we in the real world also accept our limitations and seek help when it's obvious we need it.
4. Learn To Let Go Of The Past
Being academic rivals left a huge impact on Nam HaNeul and Yeo JeongWoo's lives. That's how they remembered each other, and when they reunited, were not thrilled to be in each other's presence. They continued to hold onto these preconceived notions of each other and initially did not show any intention of changing their minds.
However, of the many things they've taught viewers, it's that you can totally put the past behind you and start anew. HaNeul and JeongWoo were able to let go of their past and fully transition to a relationship of much needed support.
5. Stand Up For What You Believe In
Through "Doctor Slump", we see the main characters in a constant fight for what they believe in. A belief in innocence, in receiving a fair chance, and in being respected at work. Although they might not have many people supporting their beliefs, they stick to their guns and continue moving forward.
We see this when HaNeul finally stands up to her abusive superior. This is also showcased during a flashback of JeongWoo during his school days. Our beliefs deserve to be protected, and who better to do it than ourselves.
Are you currently watching "Doctor Slump"? What's been your takeaway from the drama so far?
Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!
Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!
Comments