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Real Thoughts That Turn Anxiety into MotivationThe first book by Kim Jinjja, a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers.
His tenacity and insight, which allowed him to never give up on his dream despite numerous failures, are honestly contained in this book.
The stories that have been told at the end of the fierce struggle to live a life without regrets are a solid question and a record of the 'truth' to all of us who waver in the anxiety of failure.
May 27, 2025. Self-Development PD Oh Da-eun
When you remove the noise of your thoughts, every moment becomes an opportunity.
Work, People and Me
True insight that turns every problem into a turning point!
*The first book by Seoul National University graduate and YouTuber Kim Jinjja, who has 900,000 subscribers
* Includes tips for planning and producing YouTube content.
This book is a story of frustration and struggle of Kim Jinjja, a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers, to achieve the life he wants.
Failed to enter Seoul National University's Department of Physical Education during his college entrance exams, tried to become a coach for a 4th division or higher soccer team in England but failed again, and deleted his YouTube channel with 360,000 subscribers.
The reason I didn't give up on soccer is because I had taken the unwanted civil service exam and tried business in the past.
'If you become successful doing something boring, you'll have to do it for the rest of your life.'
And now, Kim Jinjja has become a soccer YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers.
He has finally built a sustainable life through soccer, which he has loved his entire life.
This book contains the thoughts and realizations that enabled Kim Jin-jja, who was full of failures, to continue his challenges.
From finding what you love to overcoming failure, relationships, family and love, and what true happiness is.
If you have a dream you're trying to ignore, listen to your true thoughts.
If you just shift your thinking a little, you'll realize that failure isn't the end, and that hints are hidden throughout life.
Work, People and Me
True insight that turns every problem into a turning point!
*The first book by Seoul National University graduate and YouTuber Kim Jinjja, who has 900,000 subscribers
* Includes tips for planning and producing YouTube content.
This book is a story of frustration and struggle of Kim Jinjja, a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers, to achieve the life he wants.
Failed to enter Seoul National University's Department of Physical Education during his college entrance exams, tried to become a coach for a 4th division or higher soccer team in England but failed again, and deleted his YouTube channel with 360,000 subscribers.
The reason I didn't give up on soccer is because I had taken the unwanted civil service exam and tried business in the past.
'If you become successful doing something boring, you'll have to do it for the rest of your life.'
And now, Kim Jinjja has become a soccer YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers.
He has finally built a sustainable life through soccer, which he has loved his entire life.
This book contains the thoughts and realizations that enabled Kim Jin-jja, who was full of failures, to continue his challenges.
From finding what you love to overcoming failure, relationships, family and love, and what true happiness is.
If you have a dream you're trying to ignore, listen to your true thoughts.
If you just shift your thinking a little, you'll realize that failure isn't the end, and that hints are hidden throughout life.
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index
The minimal sentences left after much thought in the prologue
Chapter 1: Getting Started: How to Find What You Want to Do
How to Have Good Judgment
Depth is greater than height
Get to know me through conversation
Why You Should Try Everything in Your 20s
Ask questions before you go
Advice is just advice
'Why' rather than 'how'
How to Find Out What You Want to Do 1
How to Find What You Want to Do Part 2
How to Find What You Want to Do 3
Remembering happy moments makes choices easier.
You have to look at yourself objectively.
If you pursue fun, you can make a lot of money.
If you pursue fun, you'll have a story.
Every time I didn't pursue fun, I regretted it.
Poverty can be an excuse
My own job
Near Appendix 1
Chapter 2: Practice: Failure is Better Than Worry
Goals determine achievements
How to achieve success quickly
Failure is better than worry
The power of thought
Best Time Management Tips
Study and attitude
The study method that got me into Seoul National University
Emotions fade, consequences remain.
Don't crowd around
Attitude is skill
People who inspired me
The difference between those who improve their skills and those who don't
It must be proven by results to be recognized.
Well-founded confidence is unshakable.
The ability to make money is more important than money.
'Consistently' rather than 'hard'
My own pace
Effort sometimes betrays
My work is more important than others'
Criteria for rejection
The habit of courage
It's fun because it's difficult
Why You Should Practice English Conversation
The end of studying English conversation
Korean is better than English
Appendix 2: My English Football Challenge
Chapter 3: Overcoming Worry: How to Deal with It
The value of worry
How to Deal with Worry
Note-taking techniques to stop regretting
A good idea to have before an important exam
Harnessing Neuroplasticity
Why Self-Esteem is High
When times are tough, you have to be tough properly.
The more anxious you are, the more you need to focus
Difficult tasks give you more 'experience'
The Real Meaning of the Trigger Button
dyslexia
When to worry and when not to worry
How not to be swayed by one's ups and downs
How to do better
My speed determined by society
Cause of irritation
Your and my weaknesses
The value of self-loathing
Why We Welcome a Crisis
How to get rid of jealousy
Achievements made with thin legs
Appendix 3: The End of a Dream, the Beginning of a Dream
Chapter 4: Enlightenment: How to Live a Better Life
Why I Don't Pursue Financial Freedom
How you make money is important
Why perspective matters
Things you haven't tried before seem easy.
There must be routine to have deviation.
Pleasure that does not adapt
Desire and happiness are inversely proportional
happy discomfort
It should be natural
Be wary of popular comments
Breaking free from the algorithm
Why You Should Read Books
My secret to reading books consistently
A life tied to a smartphone
Emotions are also habits
How to not age
Working is more fun than playing
How to live a better life
Ownership and Creation
Make you think
The most delicious food
Mom's habits
Appendix 4 [Unity is the Key] Filming Day
Chapter 5: Human Relations: Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Feelings when meeting
People to stay away from
A friend who doesn't care about my success
Minimalism in human relationships
People with different values
A connection of the times
Ability over connections
The illusion of showing off friendship
A conversation with more questions than answers
To ride the wave of conversation, you need a surfboard called intuition.
From stranger to protagonist
All that remains is to give
Congratulations and condolences
Personality is the future
Why Attitude Matters
How to get rid of your sense of entitlement
The first meeting is a must
Organizational problems
The power of a bottle of soda
Say what you want to say and live
Temperature of the horse
silent consideration
The difference between advice and nagging
Actions speak louder than words
Appendix 5: People leave behind warm words.
Chapter 6: Love: Love Conquers Fear
How to Choose a Good Marriage Partner
Love also requires practice
Reasons why you should meet often
marriage
The beginning of love is heavy
My extension
Filling each other's deficiencies
The Secret of a Happy Couple
People who have similar dislikes
Why I Love My Wife
The person who helps me grow
funeral service
Couple's fight
gave birth to a child for me
When should I have children?
A moment that is both future and past
Love changes
Love conquers fear
I wish my children grew up like this
Why I Want to Give My Children the Gift of Deprivation
Healthy frustration
How to Get Your Child to Study on Their Own
The father I want to be
Family and work
Parents' perspectives are important
The me that I hate
People over houses
Appendix 6 The Prime of My Life
Chapter 7 Creation: Content Creator, Kim Jinjja
[Kim Jinjja] Why the YouTube channel is successful
It has to be different
Fun comes first
Quality over quantity
Sustainability over timeliness
Choosing a topic is important
Don't say obvious things
Explained simply
To summarize
Consider the flow
Study
The title is concise and intriguing
How to survive as a YouTuber
Stay one step ahead
The public is accurate
My thoughts on YouTube
Why It's Good to Have a YouTube Channel
Appendix 7 Other People's Views
Chapter 1: Getting Started: How to Find What You Want to Do
How to Have Good Judgment
Depth is greater than height
Get to know me through conversation
Why You Should Try Everything in Your 20s
Ask questions before you go
Advice is just advice
'Why' rather than 'how'
How to Find Out What You Want to Do 1
How to Find What You Want to Do Part 2
How to Find What You Want to Do 3
Remembering happy moments makes choices easier.
You have to look at yourself objectively.
If you pursue fun, you can make a lot of money.
If you pursue fun, you'll have a story.
Every time I didn't pursue fun, I regretted it.
Poverty can be an excuse
My own job
Near Appendix 1
Chapter 2: Practice: Failure is Better Than Worry
Goals determine achievements
How to achieve success quickly
Failure is better than worry
The power of thought
Best Time Management Tips
Study and attitude
The study method that got me into Seoul National University
Emotions fade, consequences remain.
Don't crowd around
Attitude is skill
People who inspired me
The difference between those who improve their skills and those who don't
It must be proven by results to be recognized.
Well-founded confidence is unshakable.
The ability to make money is more important than money.
'Consistently' rather than 'hard'
My own pace
Effort sometimes betrays
My work is more important than others'
Criteria for rejection
The habit of courage
It's fun because it's difficult
Why You Should Practice English Conversation
The end of studying English conversation
Korean is better than English
Appendix 2: My English Football Challenge
Chapter 3: Overcoming Worry: How to Deal with It
The value of worry
How to Deal with Worry
Note-taking techniques to stop regretting
A good idea to have before an important exam
Harnessing Neuroplasticity
Why Self-Esteem is High
When times are tough, you have to be tough properly.
The more anxious you are, the more you need to focus
Difficult tasks give you more 'experience'
The Real Meaning of the Trigger Button
dyslexia
When to worry and when not to worry
How not to be swayed by one's ups and downs
How to do better
My speed determined by society
Cause of irritation
Your and my weaknesses
The value of self-loathing
Why We Welcome a Crisis
How to get rid of jealousy
Achievements made with thin legs
Appendix 3: The End of a Dream, the Beginning of a Dream
Chapter 4: Enlightenment: How to Live a Better Life
Why I Don't Pursue Financial Freedom
How you make money is important
Why perspective matters
Things you haven't tried before seem easy.
There must be routine to have deviation.
Pleasure that does not adapt
Desire and happiness are inversely proportional
happy discomfort
It should be natural
Be wary of popular comments
Breaking free from the algorithm
Why You Should Read Books
My secret to reading books consistently
A life tied to a smartphone
Emotions are also habits
How to not age
Working is more fun than playing
How to live a better life
Ownership and Creation
Make you think
The most delicious food
Mom's habits
Appendix 4 [Unity is the Key] Filming Day
Chapter 5: Human Relations: Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Feelings when meeting
People to stay away from
A friend who doesn't care about my success
Minimalism in human relationships
People with different values
A connection of the times
Ability over connections
The illusion of showing off friendship
A conversation with more questions than answers
To ride the wave of conversation, you need a surfboard called intuition.
From stranger to protagonist
All that remains is to give
Congratulations and condolences
Personality is the future
Why Attitude Matters
How to get rid of your sense of entitlement
The first meeting is a must
Organizational problems
The power of a bottle of soda
Say what you want to say and live
Temperature of the horse
silent consideration
The difference between advice and nagging
Actions speak louder than words
Appendix 5: People leave behind warm words.
Chapter 6: Love: Love Conquers Fear
How to Choose a Good Marriage Partner
Love also requires practice
Reasons why you should meet often
marriage
The beginning of love is heavy
My extension
Filling each other's deficiencies
The Secret of a Happy Couple
People who have similar dislikes
Why I Love My Wife
The person who helps me grow
funeral service
Couple's fight
gave birth to a child for me
When should I have children?
A moment that is both future and past
Love changes
Love conquers fear
I wish my children grew up like this
Why I Want to Give My Children the Gift of Deprivation
Healthy frustration
How to Get Your Child to Study on Their Own
The father I want to be
Family and work
Parents' perspectives are important
The me that I hate
People over houses
Appendix 6 The Prime of My Life
Chapter 7 Creation: Content Creator, Kim Jinjja
[Kim Jinjja] Why the YouTube channel is successful
It has to be different
Fun comes first
Quality over quantity
Sustainability over timeliness
Choosing a topic is important
Don't say obvious things
Explained simply
To summarize
Consider the flow
Study
The title is concise and intriguing
How to survive as a YouTuber
Stay one step ahead
The public is accurate
My thoughts on YouTube
Why It's Good to Have a YouTube Channel
Appendix 7 Other People's Views
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Into the book
People who want to climb high usually think that they just have to climb high somehow.
Rather than thinking deeply about the direction, they just look for the fastest and easiest way possible.
But there is never an easy way.
They often lose their way, giving up and wandering off to another path.
On the other hand, those who pursue depth do not lose their direction.
Because deepening means that the direction has already been set.
He moves calmly in a firm direction, getting deeper and deeper.
Build a realm that no one can surpass.
In the end, you will rise higher than those who pursue heights.
---From "Depth Over Height"
There are times when you are confused about which to choose between A and B.
When you talk to someone and pour out all your thoughts, you will realize whether you are more inclined towards A or B through the words you say.
(……) Conversation is not simply sharing thoughts with others.
It is a tool that allows me to look deeper into myself.
---From "Getting to Know Myself Through Conversation"
We are always obsessed with 'how'.
How to pass the exam, how to get promoted, how to make more money.
But the important thing is 'why'.
You have to ask yourself why you need to pass the exam, why you need to get promoted, why you need to make more money.
If you just run without asking, you may face the regret of 'This wasn't the life I wanted' after achieving your goal.
---From "Why" rather than "How"
A good attitude will lead to more opportunities.
Opportunities become experiences, and experiences become skills.
On the other hand, if you have good skills but a bad attitude, opportunities will gradually decrease and eventually your skills will decline.
This is why ‘attitude’ is ‘skill’.
---From "Attitude is skill"
There are times when worries just won't leave my head.
At such times, I cover up my previous worries with beneficial worries.
For example, focus on constructive concerns like, "What do I need to do now to get where I want to be in five years?"
Then you can worry as much as you want and still move forward.
---From "Depth Over Height"
I use this method when I'm in pain because I regret something that happened in the past.
Write down the 'lessons' you learned through regret in a visible place.
If you have a future event scheduled where you can apply that lesson, write that lesson down on your calendar for that date.
(……) The purpose of regret is to become better.
By taking notes on the lessons learned, you can improve without wasting emotional energy.
---From "The Note-taking Method to Stop Regrets"
For a few days, I thought about 'how I can do better'.
It was a desire to win or a desire for revenge.
After much thought, the conclusion I reached was simple.
Getting better at what you're doing now.
That is, making better videos and writing better articles.
That was the only way I could get better.
---From "How to Do Better"
There is always a 'crisis' in movies that deal with the lives of real people.
Because only people who have overcome a crisis can inspire others.
A life without crises and a smooth road is never made into a movie.
Every time I face a crisis in life, I think:
'The opportunity has come to complete a compelling story.'
---From "Reasons for Welcome to Crisis"
Jealousy ended when I 'focused completely on myself'.
I stopped feeling jealous because I focused on what I do best and achieved it in my own way.
I was so proud of myself that there was no room for jealousy.
Focusing on ‘me’ rather than ‘others’.
So that makes my life more fun.
That's the only way to get rid of jealousy.
Rather than thinking deeply about the direction, they just look for the fastest and easiest way possible.
But there is never an easy way.
They often lose their way, giving up and wandering off to another path.
On the other hand, those who pursue depth do not lose their direction.
Because deepening means that the direction has already been set.
He moves calmly in a firm direction, getting deeper and deeper.
Build a realm that no one can surpass.
In the end, you will rise higher than those who pursue heights.
---From "Depth Over Height"
There are times when you are confused about which to choose between A and B.
When you talk to someone and pour out all your thoughts, you will realize whether you are more inclined towards A or B through the words you say.
(……) Conversation is not simply sharing thoughts with others.
It is a tool that allows me to look deeper into myself.
---From "Getting to Know Myself Through Conversation"
We are always obsessed with 'how'.
How to pass the exam, how to get promoted, how to make more money.
But the important thing is 'why'.
You have to ask yourself why you need to pass the exam, why you need to get promoted, why you need to make more money.
If you just run without asking, you may face the regret of 'This wasn't the life I wanted' after achieving your goal.
---From "Why" rather than "How"
A good attitude will lead to more opportunities.
Opportunities become experiences, and experiences become skills.
On the other hand, if you have good skills but a bad attitude, opportunities will gradually decrease and eventually your skills will decline.
This is why ‘attitude’ is ‘skill’.
---From "Attitude is skill"
There are times when worries just won't leave my head.
At such times, I cover up my previous worries with beneficial worries.
For example, focus on constructive concerns like, "What do I need to do now to get where I want to be in five years?"
Then you can worry as much as you want and still move forward.
---From "Depth Over Height"
I use this method when I'm in pain because I regret something that happened in the past.
Write down the 'lessons' you learned through regret in a visible place.
If you have a future event scheduled where you can apply that lesson, write that lesson down on your calendar for that date.
(……) The purpose of regret is to become better.
By taking notes on the lessons learned, you can improve without wasting emotional energy.
---From "The Note-taking Method to Stop Regrets"
For a few days, I thought about 'how I can do better'.
It was a desire to win or a desire for revenge.
After much thought, the conclusion I reached was simple.
Getting better at what you're doing now.
That is, making better videos and writing better articles.
That was the only way I could get better.
---From "How to Do Better"
There is always a 'crisis' in movies that deal with the lives of real people.
Because only people who have overcome a crisis can inspire others.
A life without crises and a smooth road is never made into a movie.
Every time I face a crisis in life, I think:
'The opportunity has come to complete a compelling story.'
---From "Reasons for Welcome to Crisis"
Jealousy ended when I 'focused completely on myself'.
I stopped feeling jealous because I focused on what I do best and achieved it in my own way.
I was so proud of myself that there was no room for jealousy.
Focusing on ‘me’ rather than ‘others’.
So that makes my life more fun.
That's the only way to get rid of jealousy.
---From "How to Get Rid of Jealousy"
Publisher's Review
Why do some people give up and others achieve?
150 True Aphorisms That Turn Failure into Success and Anxiety into Motivation
This book contains Kim Jinjja's thoughts on becoming a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers in the form of aphorisms.
It has a simple structure of 1 to 3 pages per section, which further stimulates readers' ability to execute.
It's easy, it's clear, and we already know the consequences of these thoughts.
-Every time I face a crisis in life, I think.
'The opportunity has come to complete a compelling story.'
-I don't worry about things I can't control, and I do my best with things I can control.
-When you regret something that happened in the past, write down the 'lesson' you learned through regret in a visible place.
What's amazing is that just by following just one of these 150 ideas, you can experience a huge change.
If you can see the other side of failure and find hints in a crisis, you will start to think about how to overcome any crisis you face in the future.
At this point, failure is no longer failure.
The world is no longer a battlefield filled with suffering.
It can also answer the question, 'Why do some people give up and others achieve?'
I also realize that I can be a 'getter'.
The author's story of turning failure into success has finally become my story.
Study Methods of a Seoul National University Graduate YouTuber
From "The Note-Taking Method That Helped Me Get Into Seoul National University" to "Study Methods for Adults"
YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers, English 9th division league coach, soccer commentator, member of [Let's Eat Dinner Together]… … .
There are many adjectives that come before Kim Jinjja's name, but there is one that is absolutely indispensable.
That is, ‘a graduate of Seoul National University (entered after repeating a year of study).’
This book contains various study methods that Kim Jinjja has experienced.
There are study skills that students can utilize, such as the note-taking method that helped him get into Seoul National University and the method of memorizing a large amount of material in a short period of time, but what attracts the most attention is the 'study method for adults.'
Reading about the study methods I'm using now in my mid-30s—what to study to expand the scale of my work, how to avoid getting tired when studying English conversation, and how my experience of studying with all my might has become a weapon—makes me want to get up and study something right away.
This is because I realized that the reason I had failed in my studies was because of my wrong goals and methods.
Whether you're a student or a working adult, if you want to jump to the next level, check out the study methods taught by Kim Jinjja.
I've included only methods that have proven effective since I was a teenager, so they'll definitely be helpful to everyone.
Why does Mohamed Salah wear ripped football boots?
Content Planning and Production Tips from 900,000 YouTubers
The last chapter of this book contains content creation tips used by Kim Jin-jja, a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers.
It's packed with practical and technical advice that will drive explosive viewership, from how to plan click-worthy content to how to ask questions that spark curiosity and how to tell stories that keep viewers coming back.
It also contains fundamental questions that I had to decide on while living as a YouTuber for 6 years.
As a creator, there will come a time when you have to make decisions about questions like whether to focus more on your character or the content itself, or whether to focus on sustainable or timely content.
Of course, not everyone has to make the same decisions as the author.
But living as a free person also means that there is no one who lives exactly like me.
If you feel scared because the freedom you enjoy suddenly feels like a vast ocean, it would be a good idea to refer to Kim Jinjja's answer.
As the author says, "Just by feeling whether you agree or disagree with others' opinions, you can know what they really want," either way, readers will find the answer.
150 True Aphorisms That Turn Failure into Success and Anxiety into Motivation
This book contains Kim Jinjja's thoughts on becoming a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers in the form of aphorisms.
It has a simple structure of 1 to 3 pages per section, which further stimulates readers' ability to execute.
It's easy, it's clear, and we already know the consequences of these thoughts.
-Every time I face a crisis in life, I think.
'The opportunity has come to complete a compelling story.'
-I don't worry about things I can't control, and I do my best with things I can control.
-When you regret something that happened in the past, write down the 'lesson' you learned through regret in a visible place.
What's amazing is that just by following just one of these 150 ideas, you can experience a huge change.
If you can see the other side of failure and find hints in a crisis, you will start to think about how to overcome any crisis you face in the future.
At this point, failure is no longer failure.
The world is no longer a battlefield filled with suffering.
It can also answer the question, 'Why do some people give up and others achieve?'
I also realize that I can be a 'getter'.
The author's story of turning failure into success has finally become my story.
Study Methods of a Seoul National University Graduate YouTuber
From "The Note-Taking Method That Helped Me Get Into Seoul National University" to "Study Methods for Adults"
YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers, English 9th division league coach, soccer commentator, member of [Let's Eat Dinner Together]… … .
There are many adjectives that come before Kim Jinjja's name, but there is one that is absolutely indispensable.
That is, ‘a graduate of Seoul National University (entered after repeating a year of study).’
This book contains various study methods that Kim Jinjja has experienced.
There are study skills that students can utilize, such as the note-taking method that helped him get into Seoul National University and the method of memorizing a large amount of material in a short period of time, but what attracts the most attention is the 'study method for adults.'
Reading about the study methods I'm using now in my mid-30s—what to study to expand the scale of my work, how to avoid getting tired when studying English conversation, and how my experience of studying with all my might has become a weapon—makes me want to get up and study something right away.
This is because I realized that the reason I had failed in my studies was because of my wrong goals and methods.
Whether you're a student or a working adult, if you want to jump to the next level, check out the study methods taught by Kim Jinjja.
I've included only methods that have proven effective since I was a teenager, so they'll definitely be helpful to everyone.
Why does Mohamed Salah wear ripped football boots?
Content Planning and Production Tips from 900,000 YouTubers
The last chapter of this book contains content creation tips used by Kim Jin-jja, a YouTuber with 900,000 subscribers.
It's packed with practical and technical advice that will drive explosive viewership, from how to plan click-worthy content to how to ask questions that spark curiosity and how to tell stories that keep viewers coming back.
It also contains fundamental questions that I had to decide on while living as a YouTuber for 6 years.
As a creator, there will come a time when you have to make decisions about questions like whether to focus more on your character or the content itself, or whether to focus on sustainable or timely content.
Of course, not everyone has to make the same decisions as the author.
But living as a free person also means that there is no one who lives exactly like me.
If you feel scared because the freedom you enjoy suddenly feels like a vast ocean, it would be a good idea to refer to Kim Jinjja's answer.
As the author says, "Just by feeling whether you agree or disagree with others' opinions, you can know what they really want," either way, readers will find the answer.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: June 18, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 256 pages | 360g | 146*210*17mm
- ISBN13: 9791193650189
- ISBN10: 1193650186
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