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Direction rather than speed, how to live at ‘your own pace’ proven by Ryu Hye-young
Written on: June 24, 2026 | Column by current affairs critic specializing in IT/media
Everyone has probably experienced anxiety about being chased by others’ speed at least once. The daily life of actress Ryu Hye-young, who silently endured a long dark period hidden behind the past glory of being in the spotlight, poses a weighty topic to modern people: ‘How can I live and protect myself?’ Her 11-year life story, which was recently revealed through the entertainment program ‘I Live Alone,’ went beyond a simple observational entertainment and became a warm comfort and solid guide to life for the youth of our time who are constantly running. Behind the scenes of the glamorous entertainment industry, she has been writing a diary every day for five years and, like a turtle, is slowly but steadily walking her own path. Through her day, we look back on the true meaning of growth.
Ryu Hye-young's daily life is far from glamorous, but it contains thorough self-control and a strong inner self in dealing with life. Her unique know-how, acquired through 11 long years of living alone, is simple but meaningful, from filling the interior of an apartment she built with her own colors to improving her living skills by reading housewives' vlogs. In particular, writing a diary every day serves as a psychological safety device to help her overcome unstable times and comfort herself. Her routine of recording her day by focusing only on her own emotions, without being swayed by the opinions of others or the standards of the world, is a key indicator that proves why she has been able to grow into such a strong actress.
The ‘slow running’ she practices is a symbolic act that directly challenges the limitless competitive spirit of modern society. Putting aside the nervousness she felt when people around her got ahead of her, her philosophy that “even if you go like a turtle, you just have to get there” left a strong impression on viewers. Sometimes, even the human image of taking a taxi when running is tiring can be read as a wise attitude of respecting one's own condition rather than being obsessed with perfection. This is a valuable realization that I gained while healing myself from the psychological wandering I experienced due to the outpouring of attention following the success of my past dramas. Her confession that ‘there is no need to compare with others’ shows the aspect of a mature adult who knows how to wait for the unique ‘period of growth’ given to each person.
Meanwhile, in this broadcast, Code Kunst and Epik High's dynamic soccer cheering match contrasted with Ryu Hye-young's static routine, maximizing the fun of the program. Code Kunst showed his sincerity in soccer by going to Miracle Morning to watch the game, and the ‘corner broadcast’ he performed with Epik High members gave viewers a pleasant laugh. In particular, the situational comedy using jinx and the joys and sorrows of following the flow of the game clearly showed how students living alone sublimate loneliness into joy in their daily lives. These two contrasting episodes recorded a high viewer rating of 7%, clearly explaining why ‘I Live Alone’ still has an unrivaled influence on the 2054 target audience.
What’s interesting is the unique lifestyle habits she chooses for her health, such as ‘toe socks’. Her attempts to strengthen traction and improve body balance beyond simply preventing athlete's foot project values that prioritize practical function and self-care over appearance. In fact, studies have shown that toe socks reduce skin friction, prevent blisters, and improve sensation in the soles of the feet, which has a positive effect on overall body balance. In this way, Ryu Hye-young uses even the smallest daily habits as a tool to make her life healthier and stronger. Her method of focusing only on her own rhythm, blocking out the speed of the world with blackout curtains, is like a compass that tells us what to take in and what to discard in this age of information overload.
■ Conclusion and analysis outlook
Ryu Hye-young’s 11-year track record goes beyond simply how to live alone, and suggests how to strike a balance between the value of ‘togetherness’ and the solitude of being ‘alone’. The neat daily life and way of loving herself that she shows gives powerful encouragement to those living in anxious times, saying, “Your pace is not slow at all.” Rather than putting yourself down to match the pace of others, walk silently at your own pace. That is the most beautiful growth narrative that Ryu Hye-young has shown us, and that is why we look forward to the wider acting spectrum she will show in the future.
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