Ex-K-pop star Shoo reveals depression, agoraphobia; now farms centella

Shoo, formerly of the K-pop group S.E.S., has resurfaced on television to discuss her life after a gambling scandal. Appearing on the MBN talk show "Sokpul-i Show Dongchimi," she confessed to experiencing depression, agoraphobia, and insomnia during a long hiatus following her marriage and child-rearing.

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I experienced depression, agoraphobia, and insomnia during my marriage and long hiatus.

Following a conviction for habitual gambling, which resulted in a suspended prison sentence, Shoo withdrew from public life. She has turned to farming 1500 pyeong of centella asiatica in a greenhouse as a way to manage her stress. This marks her first television appearance since a health-themed show last year.

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I am now farming centella asiatica on 1500 pyeong of land to relieve stress.

During the broadcast, Shoo also disclosed that she has been separated from her husband, Lim Hyo-sung, for four years. She described their current relationship as one where they prioritize their children, meeting weekly for outings and barbecues while respecting each other's privacy. "Seeing each other occasionally is actually exciting," she added.

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We meet every weekend to go on trips and have barbecues with the children, respecting each other's privacy.