I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki By Baek Se-hee

A New York Times bestselling sensation that captures the paradox of modern mental health. In this raw and relatable memoir, Korean author and editor Baek Sehee shares a decade of her intimate, transcribed therapy sessions, chronicling her journey through depression, anxiety, and the persistent low-grade sadness that so many feel but cannot name.

Structured around candid dialogues with her psychiatrist and interwoven with her own reflective notes, the book explores the push-and-pull of wanting to disappear while still craving life’s simple comforts—like a hot, spicy plate of tteokbokki. This transformative work is more than a memoir; it’s a mirror for anyone who has ever felt stuck between despair and hope, offering profound insight and the gentle reassurance that you are not alone in your struggles.