I Want To Die Combo First and Second Book

Genre: Memoir, Mental Health, Self-Help, Contemporary Nonfiction I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki (Parts 1 & 2) by Baek Sehee is a candid and introspective memoir that explores the complexities of living with depression and anxiety in modern society, told through the lens of therapy sessions and personal reflections. Synopsis Baek Sehee, a successful young social media manager, appears to have it all together—yet she struggles with persistent feelings of emptiness, self-doubt, and low self-worth. In a raw and deeply honest voice, she documents her real-life therapy sessions with her psychiatrist, offering readers a rare window into the emotional world of someone navigating dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder). Across both volumes, she reflects on topics such as self-image, relationships, loneliness, and the pressure to appear happy in a world obsessed with perfection. The second book continues her journey toward self-understanding, delving deeper into healing, recurring emotional patterns, and the slow, nonlinear process of recovery. Through these ongoing conversations, Baek emphasizes the importance of acknowledging pain, asking for help, and making peace with imperfection. Key Themes in I Want to Die (Books 1 & 2)

• Mental Health Awareness – Honest portrayal of depression, anxiety, and the therapeutic process.
• Vulnerability and Shame – Explores the fear of being judged and the desire to be seen as “normal.”
• Healing and Self-Acceptance – Highlights the slow path of emotional growth and self-love.
• Everyday Struggles – Captures the internal battles hidden behind a functioning exterior.

Why Read I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki?

• Authentic and Relatable – Speaks directly to readers who feel alone in their emotional struggles.
• Therapeutic Dialogue Format – Offers both professional insight and deeply personal storytelling.
• Empowering Message – Encourages readers to seek help and embrace their emotional truths.
• Cultural Relevance – Reflects the pressures of modern life, especially within South Korean society.

I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki (Parts 1 & 2) is a brave and comforting exploration of mental health that reminds us it’s okay to not be okay—and that healing is possible, one conversation at a time.