Personal Transformation: A Journey of Health and Writing

Choi Young-ja transformed her life through writing, self-improvement, and embracing her identity beyond being a housewife.

### A Journey of Transformation: From Struggles to Success
* 👶 " When that child was born today, I wondered if I could be a **good father**, reflecting on the challenges of **parenthood and personal health**.
* 💔  Choi Young-ja, a 45-year-old housewife, shares her journey of self-doubt and the realization that she wants to be a **web novel writer**, highlighting a **shift in her identity**.
* 🏠  In the context of the Hawaii Mansion project, she expresses hope for success, promising **ten million won for achieving seemingly impossible goals in 100 days**.
* 📉  Struggling with prediabetes and a significant debt of **100 million won**, she recounts the **emotional turmoil** of lending money to friends and the subsequent **financial strain**.
* 📅  Determined to improve her health, she embarks on a **100-day diet**, tracking her progress and aiming to **lose 5 kg in a month** while maintaining a **positive mindset**.
* 🖊️  As she engages in writing and drawing, Young-ja finds clarity and purpose, realizing the **importance of deadlines** and the **need to stay committed to her goals**.
* 💪  Despite facing challenges like a herniated disc and weight fluctuations, she celebrates **losing 17 kg over 100 days** and the positive impact it has had on her **mental health**.
* 🌟  Concluding her journey, she reflects on the importance of **gratitude and dreams**, aiming to use any prize money to support her family and contribute to her community, emphasizing that **true success is about living a fulfilling life with loved ones**.

Congratulations! When that child was born today, I wondered if I could be a good father. I thought to myself, I'm going to die like this. I really felt like I wanted to die. But now, right? Being called a web novel writer suits me best. Hello, I am at the Hawaii Mansion. You will succeed because you wanted it. If you can show how you achieve those specific goals that seem impossible to accomplish in 100 days, I will give you ten million won.

Yes, hello, I am Choi Young-jae, 45 years old, a housewife. Hello, my name is Jang Cheol, a regular office worker in my late 30s. Hello, I am Lee Soo-bin, a nurse working in Changwon, Gyeongnam. I feel nervous, a bit excited, and also quite fearful. Many people know about the Hawaii Mansion channel, so when I mentioned it, the other person was like, Is that really a thing? and showed a lot of interest.

It's amazing, right? So everyone was saying how amazing it is. I once brought a book to Hi Rare and got a signature. I posted that on Instagram, and they contacted me, saying they support me. Some people express their concerns because my face is becoming well-known, and they're worried about how I would handle negative comments. I just told them it's okay because my mindset has changed. In the past, I used to have really destructive thoughts and would criticize myself constantly. But as I filled my inner self, I realized that even if people say negative things or leave bad comments, I can stand tall. Now, let's check my fasting blood sugar level.

I'm trying to do something about it. I haven't eaten anything today, and my blood sugar levels are around 118 to 120. I have had a slightly chubby image since I was young, and over time, after having my second child, I gained some weight, which has been a bit challenging. Just when I was trying to lose weight, I had a health check-up and received a diagnosis of prediabetes. Hearing that I have diabetes was unbelievable, and I felt really angry at myself for not taking care of my body. I have a debt of 100 million won, and I’m struggling with my weight. A close friend of mine had already borrowed 10 million won from me, and I had been repaying her well until now. She’s a long-time acquaintance, but she asked me to lend her some money because she needs to move, and she'll pay me back when she receives her deposit. I really don't understand why I lent her money.

I don't know, but back then, I sold everything I had, including the money I had saved up, and lent it all out. My sister said she would give it back once she received the deposit, but after that, I really couldn't get in touch with her. I thought that if I made a bit more money, I could buy delicious food for my family, take trips, and focus on being happy, but happiness was postponed to the future. I was really focused on making money, but after losing everything, I finally came to my senses. I realized that while I was chasing after money, it was just slipping away from me. I didn't love myself, and seeing the unloving version of myself just made me anxious. Back then, I started a 100-day diet, creating a checklist of exercises and meals I needed to stick to, and now I'm trying to make a chart to mark off each day.

In the morning, I have to eat on an empty stomach and keep track of time. Since I need to work on my diet while progressing with this project, I'm planning to stick it on the wall and try to keep it in mind. Originally, I was at 74 kg, but I've come down to about 71.5 kg. In my mind, I tell myself that I can do this and that I will definitely achieve it. I need to lose 5 kg in a month, and when it gets really tough, I push myself to run one more lap and adjust my diet. I firmly believe that I can reach that goal. I visualize that goal regularly. Even if I fail today, I can start again tomorrow. I think that even if I fail for a day or two, I can always start over. At this moment, I actually feel more fulfilled. Although I have lost all my money, I believe I can start again. I have been a bit uncomfortable, so I’m drawing portraits and writing essays for an exhibition.

I clearly remember that just a year ago, I never thought I would be writing an essay like this. I was in the process of figuring out what I wanted and what I wanted to do in life. I realized that having a deadline for my work was necessary; otherwise, I would just keep procrastinating indefinitely. While I was cooking, I suddenly turned on my computer and sent an email right away. As I was writing the email, I was sincere, and I found myself tearing up. That’s how I felt at that moment. I really hoped it would work out, and I think that’s why I’ve come this far. 

Raising two boys, I went through postpartum issues and dealt with all sorts of minor ailments. I often felt like I was going to die and had moments when I really wanted to give up. My husband also...

I felt it was urgent, so I went to the hospital, and the doctor recommended that I receive psychiatric treatment rather than focusing on physical health. After someone saw my interview, many people said they cried because they were in a similar situation as mine. I’m not in such a special situation; when you get married, life changes significantly. Then, when a baby is born, especially since I moved to a new environment, I didn’t know anyone around me. It was one of the lowest points in my life. Before 2017, I had severe depression, but in 2017, I made a decision. I wanted to meet people and work on writing. As a housewife, I aimed to manage my household wisely without spending money, hoping to generate income from the creations I produced, but that income didn’t come.

I haven't done it yet. My current goal is to consistently write over a thousand characters each day. Since I have worked in fields like sculpture and art, I find myself in a profession that is quite distant from computers. Because of this, I'm not very skilled with Word, so I practice every morning at dawn and before going to bed. For now, I’m working on free submissions and then I'll see the response before deciding whether to go for paid ones. Additionally, once I secure about 20 episodes, I plan to submit to a web novel publishing company to monetize my work. I really think I've been quite lucky. Over the next 100 days, if I can show that I’m committed and not slack off as promised, I believe the results will become clearer. Right now, since it's the weekend, I'm planning to grill some meat. I intend to grill some pork neck. You know, pork belly and such can be quite fatty.

Now, I will enjoy the Last Supper. I did it in 2021, but since there were only the two of us, we ate a lot of delicious food. After work, I was really tired, so we ordered a lot of delivery food like pork belly or pig's feet. It was during the COVID period, so I gained quite a bit of weight back then. I really wanted to eat meat. I didn't know I would be doing this at this point. As I was preparing for the birth of my second child, I felt like I wasn't taking care of my health or managing my weight properly, and I thought I was falling short as a provider. When the child was born, I wondered if I could be a good father and if I could become a healthier dad. My weight had increased, and I ended up with a herniated disc. I joined the company a bit late, and I was either getting off work late or...

I've been so focused on work that I haven't been able to take care of my health. Naturally, I've gained a lot of weight, and it was a period of significant psychological stress as well. One morning, while discussing work with my team leader and center director, I suddenly felt a burning pain in my lower back. It was difficult for me to say that I needed to go to the hospital because of the pain. After hearing everyone out, I went to the break room to regroup, but I found that I couldn't move. So I decided to push through and told them I would go to the hospital later. However, I suddenly collapsed. Later, it turned out that I had a herniated disc, and I couldn't get up until I received medical treatment. At the hospital, I spent a lot of time just lying down. My goal is to return to a double-digit weight, aiming for 99 kg.

So, when I checked this morning, I think I weighed around 108 points, about 5 km. I want to lose weight well and live as a respected husband and employee, while being a father of two. I consider myself a very ordinary person. The people who move the world are also very ordinary. I want to give them courage and hope. Hello, I'm Cheol. Today, I started my walking exercise again in the morning. I'm doing fasting cardio on my way to work. The weather is a bit stuffy, but I'm starting my morning workout. Let's go for the 10 million won project! Fighting! Hawaii, fighting! Congratulations! I love you, Dad. Later, let's go see Hyemi, my brother. Thank you, thank you. What are you doing? Wait a minute, what are you doing? I'm doing that.

하고 있어요. 작업이 안 되고 글을 안 쓰더라도 앉아서 핸드폰을 하더라도, 영상을 보더라도 도서관에 가서 앉아 있고, 집 근처 도서관에 앉아 있고, 무조건 그런 습관을 들이려고 애를 썼었죠. 안녕하세요, 작가님. 영재입니다. 다름이 아니라 제가 한 한 달쯤 전에 창작 문예 마루에 입주 작가를 신청했거든요. 선정이 돼서, 여기 이름이 행암 문예 마루라고 해서 창작자들을 위해서 공간을 빌려주는 곳이에요. 집안이랑 일이랑 분리가 안 돼서 맨날 카페랑 도서관으로 메뚜기처럼 돌아다녔거든요. 그런데 이제 여기로 출퇴근하면 될 것 같아서, 너무 운이 좋게 됐어요. 그런데 제가 그 후보 1위로 떨어졌는데, 어떤 분이 마지막 날 입주를 하게 됐어요.

I was lucky enough to move in because someone gave up. I wasn't able to make much progress. If we had decided to push forward, I could have written more. While the amount of work is very important, it's also essential to do it properly. So now, I've gone back to square one. The reality is like this, but those positive thoughts lead me toward the future. I'm maintaining that mindset as I go along. 

When I exercise, sometimes I feel tight in my chest, but I enjoy working out while breathing through it. I've been trying hard with my diet and exercise, but now that more than half the time has passed, I'm starting to feel anxious. I'm doing the same amount of exercise and sticking to the same diet, but I've hit a bit of a plateau. For almost 15 days, there has been no change in my weight. So, during the remaining days, I need to be stricter. My blood sugar used to be around 110.

If I've gone up to around the mid-100s, then now I'm maintaining around the low 90s to low 100s. I still need to lose about 7 kg, but there are only 45 days left. With only 45 days remaining, I need to lose about 7 kg, but rather than feeling like giving up, I am filled with the desire to work even harder. I believe I can make it to the end, and I think I can achieve it. 

In the meantime, there was something that happened. My son suddenly wasn't around, and I had a bit of trouble for about two weeks. Fortunately, since I was losing weight well, I went to the hospital for physical therapy, and it healed quickly. I've lost between 15 kg and 16 kg now. I think I've lost about the same weight as my son, so when I used to carry him, it would strain my back and such.

I had a hard time before, but these days, there’s nothing like that at all. We play well together and sometimes go out to have fun. The hardest part was managing my diet at work. I had to ask my seniors and juniors for help, or I would buy my own lunch, like a salad or something. So, I prepared salad and sweet potatoes. I’ll have meals with my son, exercise hard, and do my best. Let’s stay strong today as well. You might be surprised that japchae rice is part of a diet meal, but I didn’t use any sugar; instead, I replaced it with allulose. Also, instead of regular noodles, I used cup noodles to lower the calories. After a month of this, I hope to show a better version of myself, and I want to thank everyone for their patience during this time. I hope we can have a meal together as well. It seems like a good policy right now.

I've been paying more attention to my diet and have made a promise to my trainer to work out with weights every day. Hello, hello! Congratulations, Cheol! Have you finished work? How are you? Yes, yes. I took a little vacation today. While I was walking in the morning, I felt a bit cool and a bit sad, thinking about how I could have done better. The truth is, it hasn't been easy to diet since the baby was born not long after the 100-day mark. However, my wife and I have managed to diet a lot together, and now our second child is about 95 days old. Hayan, could you introduce her for a moment? This is my second daughter, Hayui, who has been in the world for 95 days now. These days, she really is a handful when I go to work. How is she so gentle? The second one looks just like me; she resembles my younger sibling exactly.

When I was younger, I had a hard time understanding why my father would often leave and not come home. But now, I can somewhat understand his feelings, and I believe that understanding has been a significant gift for me. Let's check if we have stabilized from a three-digit number to a two-digit number. Ah, shall we give it a try? Please go ahead. 98.5. The truth is, I'm also human, so I've had my ups and downs recently. However, life doesn’t just end; it continues. My wife is having a tough time right now, and I’m struggling too. Personally, due to company circumstances, I’ve been assigned to a distant location in Seongnam. Earlier this month, I was also in a traffic accident; a bus just took off. So, there have been both good and bad experiences, but in the midst of it all, I've been trying to live with gratitude. My wife originally...

Now, I have something to do, so regarding medical Lego, I'm talking about medical papers or scientific magazines like Nature. Since I'm doing this, it's hard to concentrate. It's difficult, and there will be a reputation in the industry that this person has fought for all this time. When sales are not made, the revenue generated is very low. So, regarding your current deposit, yes, you have two children, right? Even if we are not working, I don't have much saved up either. Honestly, I'm not a super talented person; I'm quite ordinary. I want to do well steadily in each area, whether it's in my job or in terms of physical health. One of the things I've thought about regarding physical health is to achieve a lot by the end of the year.

I have lost weight, but I am still at an obese level, so I hope to reach a normal weight, ideally around the 70 kg range. However, that seems a bit impossible. Hello, it's nice to see you. It's been a long time, hasn't it? Yes, I really pushed through to achieve my goal. Congratulations on your goals today! Thank you. How has your experience been? I started at 74 kg, and as of today, I have lost 17 kg over 100 days. Wow! When I came to visit a few times in between, you seemed quite worried. Yes, I was. At that time, I was making an effort, but I went through a really long plateau. It felt like it lasted forever. Since I live in a house with a garden, I have a vegetable garden where I grow eggplants and cucumbers. I maintain a healthy diet by eating those fresh vegetables.

I reduced the clutter, and today I achieved my goal. While doing this, I completely got rid of things. As you can see, as I became healthier, my mind became clearer. Oh, I realized I need to get my act together. Until now, I had been living messily, and my body had become unhealthy, which was like being trapped in a body I was given. But as I did this, my mind became clearer, and I started to throw away things here, and all the items in that room got cleared out too. As I did this, my home became cleaner, my mind became clearer, and my body became healthier, leading to an increase in my self-esteem and a bit of confidence. Honestly, I feel like there’s nothing I can't do now. Why did I get rid of the desk? Because when I'm at home, I can meditate and do yoga with a clear mind. It’s kind of like that. Here, I play music in the morning, and I just feel so grateful. This gratitude is truly important.

They say to write about gratitude and to express thanks, but at that time, I really couldn't empathize. I thought, What good is being thankful? However, after actually trying it, I realized that this brings continued fortune. On my first day, I weighed 72.6 kg. It went up. I had extremely high blood sugar, so I checked it every day. I really enjoyed this process, and because I didn't give up until the end, I achieved my goal through various methods. After succeeding in this diet, I thought to myself, What can't I achieve? It truly boosted my confidence. 

Hello, welcome! This is my workspace. Would you like to come with me for a moment? The air is nice here, and the view is great, so I heal every day while working. Oh really? This atmosphere is so wonderful. Right now, I’m just working on the internet.

I am currently working on my novel. Every day, if you search for Peanut Beach House on Naver Web Novel, my writing comes up. Even without proving it today, you can see how many views it has had since it was posted. I submitted it to the Challenge League, which is a genre anyone can attempt. It was quite difficult in the middle; I was here almost every day. Among the four writers here, I have the best retention rate. I just came here anyway. Even if I have my phone, I do my work here, and even if I go home, I still work here. The biggest change is that I have almost quit drinking. I used to have the habit of drinking late at night at home after tidying up with the kids. I did that almost every day by myself. But then, I would wake up late the next day, and it affected my condition, which in turn impacted my work here. At first, it took me about 80 days to get the first episode out.

I think I was introduced as a housewife. I keep changing and changing, and as I do that, the time I spend on each task is getting shorter and shorter. Now, at this moment, I write one paragraph a day. I have something I really regret. At the very beginning, when I was asked to briefly introduce myself at home, I said, I am Choi Young-ja, a mother of two and a housewife. I said, Hello, I am Choi Young-ja, and I am 45 years old. After saying that, those words kept bothering me. Leaving everything else aside, while I am indeed a housewife, I cannot fully describe myself with just that one title. I draw, I write essays, and now I am trying to work on web sources. Why did I confine myself to just that one title of being a housewife? How do I see myself? How do I think of myself?

That really resonates with me, considering what I said. But now, the situation has changed, and my sense of identity has changed a lot as well. Now, it seems most fitting to call myself a webtoon writer. I think my work will be uploaded today, and it's almost being released daily. Once a series starts, I commit to it until the end. So, while today marks the end of the Hawaii 100-day project, for me, it's a new beginning. Personally, to grow like this, I want to give a little something back to those who are close to me and help me, like Hadae. I have a strong desire to offer them material gifts. That feeling is the strongest for me, and if I receive a little prize, I hope to pay off some debts as well. Yes, I want to pay off some debts and also buy books for our children's school to donate. If there's any leftover money, I have a favorite food I'd like to enjoy.

I plan to go to Busan with my family to enjoy delicious aguu suyuk together. Ideally, it would be great to go to a more wonderful and fancy place. If I could win a prize and go to Hawaii, how nice would that be? I was thinking about that. Recently, I bought a Hawaiian t-shirt that says Hawaii Beach and hung it up at home. I'm planning to wear that. Once I receive the prize money, I'll go there alone first. When I see people who run the Hawaiian mansion, it seems like everyone has big dreams. I think that’s true. I feel like I can't predict my future self right now. It's hard to say for sure. I can dream, but I don’t think I need to confine myself with limitations. This project and my determination stem from contemplating whether I can truly help myself live the life I want. Money is something we can see very clearly; it’s the most tangible thing in our lives.

I will utilize this money to create a virtuous cycle and use it as a means to exert overwhelmingly valuable positive influence. To me, success is living a happy life with the people around me. I believe that success means being able to embrace others and live a life that allows me to open my heart. Achieving a successful life is about reaching a level of satisfaction that I can achieve on my own. At 45 years old, I think the most important thing is to focus on one effort to change my life and cast my vote for that.

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하와이 대저택

The narrator reflects on their struggles with fatherhood, self-worth, and health, while now finding purpose as a web novel writer.

They share their experiences of gaining weight, being diagnosed with prediabetes, and dealing with financial struggles and debts.

Through a 100-day diet and a shift in mindset, they aim to take control of their life and prioritize self-love and happiness.

The narrator is focused on losing 5 kg in a month and is determined to achieve their goal through diet and exercise.

They reflect on their struggles with postpartum issues and depression, leading to a decision in 2017 to pursue writing and creative work.

Currently, they are practicing writing daily, aiming to secure income through free submissions and eventually monetizing their work with a web novel publishing company.

The narrator reflects on their weight gain during the COVID period and the impact of work and stress on their health.

After suffering a herniated disc, they are determined to lose weight and become a healthier, more present father.

They have started a morning walking exercise and are committed to making positive changes in their life.

The author has been trying to establish a routine by spending time in libraries and cafes, eventually moving into a creative space after being selected as a resident writer.

Despite facing setbacks and a plateau in weight loss, the author is determined to work harder in the remaining days to achieve their goal.

They have also experienced personal challenges, but have successfully lost 15-16 kg, which they compare to the weight of their son.

The narrator has been managing a successful work-life balance, enjoying time with colleagues and focusing on a healthy diet.

They have been preparing nutritious meals and committing to daily workouts, while also navigating the challenges of parenting their two young daughters.

Despite facing ups and downs, including a recent traffic accident and work relocation, the narrator is striving to live with gratitude and support their family.

Transforming Life Through Health and Clarity

The speaker is struggling with the demands of work and family while trying to improve their physical health.

They have lost 17 kg in 100 days and attribute their success to a healthy diet from their vegetable garden and decluttering their living space.

This journey has led to a clearer mind, increased self-esteem, and a sense of gratitude for life.

The Journey of Self-Discovery and Gratitude

The author initially struggled with the concept of gratitude but found it to be transformative after trying it.

They achieved success in their diet, which boosted their confidence and led to a positive change in their life.

Now working on a novel and making significant lifestyle changes, the author reflects on the limitations of defining themselves solely as a housewife.

The speaker's identity has shifted to that of a webtoon writer, with daily uploads and a commitment to finishing each series.

They express a strong desire to give back to those who have supported them, by offering material gifts, paying off debts, and donating to their children's school.

The speaker dreams of using prize money to create a positive impact, while also envisioning a future trip to Hawaii and focusing on making a meaningful change in their life.