Actress Im Soo-hyang details life changes after burnout, embracing minimalism

South Korean actress Im Soo-hyang has opened up about a period of severe burnout that left her unmotivated for even basic tasks, including theater rehearsals. The actress shared her journey of rediscovery and life changes on the tvN STORY show 'What Will You Leave Behind?' with fellow actress Yooi.

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She's like a younger sister to me, and she seemed to be having a tough time lately. I wanted to treat her to a delicious meal to cheer her up.

Yooi, who invited Im to the show, expressed concern for her friend, stating, "She's like a younger sister to me, and she seemed to be having a tough time lately." Yooi added, "I wanted to treat her to a delicious meal to cheer her up."

Im revealed that she has adopted a minimalist lifestyle, significantly reducing her living space and switching from a sports car to a smaller vehicle. She clarified rumors about her car, explaining, "It was originally a sports car, but it somehow became known as a supercar." She recalled a humorous incident where a playful response to a YouTube question about buying the car – saying "It's for showing off" – was reported as news that she bought a supercar for vanity.

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It was originally a sports car, but it somehow became known as a supercar. I responded jokingly to a YouTube question asking why I bought this car, saying 'It's for showing off,' but it was reported as news that I bought a supercar for vanity.

The actress traced the roots of her lifestyle change to burnout, which struck her suddenly after a year-end awards ceremony. "I used to love theater rehearsals, but suddenly I didn't want to do anything," she confessed. "I didn't even want to go to the theater or rehearse." This period prompted her to reflect on her true desires and the kind of actress she wanted to become.

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I used to love theater rehearsals, but suddenly I didn't want to do anything. I didn't even want to go to the theater or rehearse.

Im has since begun pursuing new activities, including running, which has gradually shifted her perspective and way of life. "New experiences have changed my thinking and become a catalyst for growth," she said. "I started to think about what I truly need and decided to live a simpler life." While she didn't understand her lack of motivation at the time, she now recognizes it as a period that required significant rest. "It's become fun to actually do the things I've been putting off," she smiled. "I'm so happy now."

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New experiences have changed my thinking and become a catalyst for growth. I started to think about what I truly need and decided to live a simpler life.