'Ask Anything' Seo Jang-hoon: 'Success in Basketball Came Thanks to Grit'

A mother appeared on the KBS Joy program 'Ask Anything' seeking guidance on whether she was being overly protective of her 4-year-old son, who is battling acute myeloid leukemia. The child's health condition presents significant risks, as his low counts of white blood cells, platelets, and neutrophils mean even minor head injuries could lead to a brain hemorrhage.

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If you want to achieve your goals, you have to fight for them with all your might.

The mother expressed her concerns about the child's vulnerability, noting that while other children might only develop a bump, her son's condition could result in ruptured blood vessels. She also shared the financial strain of potential treatments, mentioning that if his platelet count doesn't rise after a year of treatment, a new medication costing 1 million won per dose might be necessary, with an uncertain number of required doses.

During the discussion, former professional basketball player and show MC Seo Jang-hoon strongly advised the mother to ensure her son wears a helmet. He emphasized that this is not overprotection but rather necessary preparation, drawing parallels to his own career where perseverance was key to success. "If you want to achieve your goals, you have to fight for them with all your might," Seo stated, urging the mother to approach her son's safety with the same level of dedication.

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This is not overprotection, but preparation.

Seo likened the situation to a "game of life," stressing the need for meticulous preparation and a tenacious spirit to protect her child. He advised that if the child is going to play, he should wear protective gear, including wrist and knee pads, and a helmet, to mitigate risks associated with his condition.

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Think of this as a game of life. You need to show that level of meticulous perseverance to win this game.