Such an intimate reading
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Book Introduction
We, who have nowhere to lean on, need books that we can hold in our hands right now.
The books you read enlighten you.
▶ A path to empathy by connecting the disconnected past and present, and the present and future.
What is it about books that transcends time and borders, and that so many people must read them? So, what is the meaning of reading? The author argues that reading shouldn't be limited to simply imparting knowledge.
Reading is viewed as a meaningful act that connects disconnected worlds.
"Such an Intimate Reading" is a book written in a comfortable manner based on the author's own experiences, which speaks to the importance of reading.
It is a self-help book and reading essay that anyone can read and relate to, and at the same time, it includes reading tips and methods, and it is also a humanistic element-infused book and reading essay.
From the first moment you encounter a book, to how to choose a book, how to read it, and even how to enjoy it, this book provides comprehensive guidance.
It helps those who already love books, as well as those who are still unfamiliar with books, to naturally become absorbed in reading.
It offers the pleasure of encountering books in one's own way to both readers of all genres and to those who are picky about books.
The author addresses the concerns of beginning readers who have many books they want to read but don't know where to start, to the deep thirst of those who want to venture into new fields but feel lost.
He speaks kindly to those who are just beginning to read, and provides quiet companionship to those who have already reached the level of reading.
Through the author's experience, we come to realize that a single, deeply moving book can shed new light on the meaning of life.
Reading goes beyond simply acquiring information; it also serves as a means of reviving moral romance and preserving one's sensibilities in everyday life.
Author CS
“I am not satisfied with my own eyes, so I will see with the eyes of others,” said Lewis.
Since childhood, the author has expanded his own perspective and the perspectives of others through books.
Thanks to this, he was able to avoid collapsing during difficult times in life and redefine the direction and meaning of his life through reading.
Although his writing style is sometimes plain and sometimes raw and direct, it is imbued with an unadorned sincerity.
Thanks to his sincerity, readers naturally nod their heads in agreement with his belief that 'one can endure life through books.'
Although the author has no formal education or qualifications in any particular field, he has systematized his thoughts through constant reading and reflection.
The time spent repeatedly reading professional books and reviewing their contents in my life was in itself a fierce process of self-development.
The sincere reading journey I built up in this way eventually became the opportunity for me to be recognized as a ‘reading expert’ by the readers around me.
In 『Such an Intimate Reading』, he conveys to readers the contents that he has systematized in his own way without hiding anything.
They say there are no set answers in life.
Especially in the face of the universal misfortune of poverty, we often ask ourselves what the meaning of trials is.
The author also experienced despair in that despair, but eventually became a writer and expressed that pain through stories.
Whenever he faced hardship and adversity, he would ask questions in books, find clues to answers, and pick himself up again.
The experience of leaning on books instead of people for comfort during lonely times is revived as a sincere confession in this book.
And now, the author would like to share that warm confession with readers.
So why do we read books?
The author finds the ultimate reason in ‘expansion of experience.’
Books provide us with a temporary escape from the constraints of the world and show us lives we cannot experience firsthand.
You learn to see the world through the eyes of others, to empathize with their emotions, and ultimately to understand yourself more deeply.
The process of sharing emotions and understanding the complex layers of life in books ultimately leads to more mature human relationships.
The author finds the true value of reading at that very point.
It is the hope to understand differences and restore relationships through empathy.
The author defines reading as the most human act, and points out that external influences only lead to comparisons.
Instead, he emphasizes that only when we awaken and unleash the potential power within us can we expect true change in our lives.
If you are dissatisfied with your current situation, we preach that you must actively change your life by making better choices.
Here, choice means action, and in a world where actions speak louder than words, he asks, is that why books were born?
The author argues that we must develop the ability to absorb original and creative thinking through selection and focus.
Above all, I encourage you to not spare your 'reading time' as a true investment in learning and growth.
It is especially meaningful that through the book we learn how to accept rather than regret, and how to admit mistakes.
The author's advice on teaching children to read will also be a practical and helpful guide for many parents.
The author offers an answer to the question that every parent wonders: "How can I get my child interested in reading on their own without forcing them?" not through special secrets, but through small, everyday habits and conversational techniques.
In the process, we help parents and children rediscover the true meaning and joy of reading that they may have overlooked.
As important as it is to live well, it is also important to pass on a developed culture to the next generation.
It is an undeniable fact that various technologies and abundant material benefits make us more convenient.
But while material things are used and disappear, culture has its own unique value and is immortal across generations.
When this point is emphasized, anyone will naturally fall into the depth of humanism contained in the book.
Just as the wind blows the pages of an open book, life also flows along the unfolded pages of life, following the direction of the wind.
This book will gently hold onto the unread pages of your life so that you don't carelessly turn them over, and fill those moments with love.
And so, on the margins of your life, such an intimate reading will quietly come to you.
The books you read enlighten you.
▶ A path to empathy by connecting the disconnected past and present, and the present and future.
What is it about books that transcends time and borders, and that so many people must read them? So, what is the meaning of reading? The author argues that reading shouldn't be limited to simply imparting knowledge.
Reading is viewed as a meaningful act that connects disconnected worlds.
"Such an Intimate Reading" is a book written in a comfortable manner based on the author's own experiences, which speaks to the importance of reading.
It is a self-help book and reading essay that anyone can read and relate to, and at the same time, it includes reading tips and methods, and it is also a humanistic element-infused book and reading essay.
From the first moment you encounter a book, to how to choose a book, how to read it, and even how to enjoy it, this book provides comprehensive guidance.
It helps those who already love books, as well as those who are still unfamiliar with books, to naturally become absorbed in reading.
It offers the pleasure of encountering books in one's own way to both readers of all genres and to those who are picky about books.
The author addresses the concerns of beginning readers who have many books they want to read but don't know where to start, to the deep thirst of those who want to venture into new fields but feel lost.
He speaks kindly to those who are just beginning to read, and provides quiet companionship to those who have already reached the level of reading.
Through the author's experience, we come to realize that a single, deeply moving book can shed new light on the meaning of life.
Reading goes beyond simply acquiring information; it also serves as a means of reviving moral romance and preserving one's sensibilities in everyday life.
Author CS
“I am not satisfied with my own eyes, so I will see with the eyes of others,” said Lewis.
Since childhood, the author has expanded his own perspective and the perspectives of others through books.
Thanks to this, he was able to avoid collapsing during difficult times in life and redefine the direction and meaning of his life through reading.
Although his writing style is sometimes plain and sometimes raw and direct, it is imbued with an unadorned sincerity.
Thanks to his sincerity, readers naturally nod their heads in agreement with his belief that 'one can endure life through books.'
Although the author has no formal education or qualifications in any particular field, he has systematized his thoughts through constant reading and reflection.
The time spent repeatedly reading professional books and reviewing their contents in my life was in itself a fierce process of self-development.
The sincere reading journey I built up in this way eventually became the opportunity for me to be recognized as a ‘reading expert’ by the readers around me.
In 『Such an Intimate Reading』, he conveys to readers the contents that he has systematized in his own way without hiding anything.
They say there are no set answers in life.
Especially in the face of the universal misfortune of poverty, we often ask ourselves what the meaning of trials is.
The author also experienced despair in that despair, but eventually became a writer and expressed that pain through stories.
Whenever he faced hardship and adversity, he would ask questions in books, find clues to answers, and pick himself up again.
The experience of leaning on books instead of people for comfort during lonely times is revived as a sincere confession in this book.
And now, the author would like to share that warm confession with readers.
So why do we read books?
The author finds the ultimate reason in ‘expansion of experience.’
Books provide us with a temporary escape from the constraints of the world and show us lives we cannot experience firsthand.
You learn to see the world through the eyes of others, to empathize with their emotions, and ultimately to understand yourself more deeply.
The process of sharing emotions and understanding the complex layers of life in books ultimately leads to more mature human relationships.
The author finds the true value of reading at that very point.
It is the hope to understand differences and restore relationships through empathy.
The author defines reading as the most human act, and points out that external influences only lead to comparisons.
Instead, he emphasizes that only when we awaken and unleash the potential power within us can we expect true change in our lives.
If you are dissatisfied with your current situation, we preach that you must actively change your life by making better choices.
Here, choice means action, and in a world where actions speak louder than words, he asks, is that why books were born?
The author argues that we must develop the ability to absorb original and creative thinking through selection and focus.
Above all, I encourage you to not spare your 'reading time' as a true investment in learning and growth.
It is especially meaningful that through the book we learn how to accept rather than regret, and how to admit mistakes.
The author's advice on teaching children to read will also be a practical and helpful guide for many parents.
The author offers an answer to the question that every parent wonders: "How can I get my child interested in reading on their own without forcing them?" not through special secrets, but through small, everyday habits and conversational techniques.
In the process, we help parents and children rediscover the true meaning and joy of reading that they may have overlooked.
As important as it is to live well, it is also important to pass on a developed culture to the next generation.
It is an undeniable fact that various technologies and abundant material benefits make us more convenient.
But while material things are used and disappear, culture has its own unique value and is immortal across generations.
When this point is emphasized, anyone will naturally fall into the depth of humanism contained in the book.
Just as the wind blows the pages of an open book, life also flows along the unfolded pages of life, following the direction of the wind.
This book will gently hold onto the unread pages of your life so that you don't carelessly turn them over, and fill those moments with love.
And so, on the margins of your life, such an intimate reading will quietly come to you.
index
Chapter 1 To You Who Is Clumsy at Loving Me
Finding Solace in a Book That Approached Me Like Fate - 12
Where Does the Power to Change My Life Come From? - 20
It's not wrong, it's just different - 28
Can the Ordinary Become Extraordinary? - 36
It's Okay to Read Without a Goal - 44
Today's Reading Becomes Tomorrow's Joy - 51
Why Reading Can't Be Happy - 58
Chapter 2: Encountering a Good Book is a Very Special Thing
Don't hide behind your wounds, face them head on - 67
Beneficial Actions to Control Your Thoughts - 74
Am I discovering my life in writing? - 82
Every time you read, a secret door opens - 90
Meeting a Special Teacher - 97
The Greatest Challenge is the Act of Reading - 105
Reading Can Change the Flow of Your Life - 113
Chapter 3: Minor Misunderstandings About the Book
Who Judges the Value of a Book? - 121
The Illusion of Reading Correctly - 128
Do I have to read it all the way through? - 135
It's okay to stay long - 142
Does reading a lot make you a better speaker? - 149
Why Doing What You're Told Won't Succeed - 157
Books Don't Give You the Answers - 165
Chapter 4: 7 Intimate Reading Methods for Enjoying Books
If you want to become intimate with books, feel like a child - 173
Writing it down brings us closer - 181
Sometimes, read with your eyes and ears closed - 189
A Change of Perspective Solves the Mystery - 197
Translate and Read in My Language - 205
10 Minutes, 300 Minutes, 3,600 Minutes of Magic - 213
Judge less, accept more - 221
Chapter 5: The True Perfection of Reading Is Life
Collecting Pieces of Emotion While Reading - 230
If you want to walk an invisible path - 238
Opening the book I had put back on the shelf - 246
The Confidence That No Life Is Useless - 254
The Path to Original and Expanded Thinking - 261
A Life That Gets Stronger the More You Read - 269
The true completion of reading is life - 277
Finding Solace in a Book That Approached Me Like Fate - 12
Where Does the Power to Change My Life Come From? - 20
It's not wrong, it's just different - 28
Can the Ordinary Become Extraordinary? - 36
It's Okay to Read Without a Goal - 44
Today's Reading Becomes Tomorrow's Joy - 51
Why Reading Can't Be Happy - 58
Chapter 2: Encountering a Good Book is a Very Special Thing
Don't hide behind your wounds, face them head on - 67
Beneficial Actions to Control Your Thoughts - 74
Am I discovering my life in writing? - 82
Every time you read, a secret door opens - 90
Meeting a Special Teacher - 97
The Greatest Challenge is the Act of Reading - 105
Reading Can Change the Flow of Your Life - 113
Chapter 3: Minor Misunderstandings About the Book
Who Judges the Value of a Book? - 121
The Illusion of Reading Correctly - 128
Do I have to read it all the way through? - 135
It's okay to stay long - 142
Does reading a lot make you a better speaker? - 149
Why Doing What You're Told Won't Succeed - 157
Books Don't Give You the Answers - 165
Chapter 4: 7 Intimate Reading Methods for Enjoying Books
If you want to become intimate with books, feel like a child - 173
Writing it down brings us closer - 181
Sometimes, read with your eyes and ears closed - 189
A Change of Perspective Solves the Mystery - 197
Translate and Read in My Language - 205
10 Minutes, 300 Minutes, 3,600 Minutes of Magic - 213
Judge less, accept more - 221
Chapter 5: The True Perfection of Reading Is Life
Collecting Pieces of Emotion While Reading - 230
If you want to walk an invisible path - 238
Opening the book I had put back on the shelf - 246
The Confidence That No Life Is Useless - 254
The Path to Original and Expanded Thinking - 261
A Life That Gets Stronger the More You Read - 269
The true completion of reading is life - 277
Into the book
People want to change their lives, but they don't actually take action.
This may be because actions are difficult and words are relatively easy.
The mindset of considering oneself unhappy and comparing oneself to others eats away at the soul.
--- p.21
Life is a journey that no one can take for you, but you can choose who you take with you on that journey.
I have traveled indirectly through countless lives by reading books.
Thanks to this, I don't feel anxious or nervous even when I hear things like, "You shouldn't go there," or "If you do that, you'll be late."
However, if there is one thing I wish for on this trip, it is that I hope to meet many people who love books.
If that happens, I think I'll be able to meet people I meet while traveling like spring and part ways like winter.
--- p.34
I think that people who write are people who write art.
I respect and love those who pour their soul into letters and create countless worlds on paper.
Writing itself becomes a tool of imagination, rewriting the world.
From the last chapter that the author has finished, I begin to fill it with my own perspective.
What writers and readers have in common is that they are people who ‘live’ through language.
The writer who writes makes the reader live through the writing, and the reader who reads makes the writer live through the inspiration he receives through the writing.
Writers and readers circulate with each other.
--- p.50
It is impossible to be loved by everyone.
What matters is the courage to let go of those impossible expectations.
It's okay if someone ignores you or doesn't accept you.
What's even more important is accepting yourself.
The moment I turn away from myself, freedom goes away.
Only when we can step back from the emotions of others and look at ourselves again can we truly be free from relationships.
Books just sat there silently, lighting up a green light so my heart could pass safely when the world was all red.
Even now, whenever I feel complicated, I pick up a book.
--- p.64
The more time I spend thinking in a book and the more immersed I am in the text, the closer I am to the person I love.
The time I spend quietly immersed in myself is also the time that fills me with happiness.
Because only when it is filled sufficiently can it be given.
--- p.77
One of the mistakes we often make in life is keeping fear as our friend.
Once you start getting close to your friend called fear, it's hard to get away from him.
--- p.82
A special life begins with big or small events or people.
Anyone who guides you not only in educational teachings but also in all aspects of life can be called a teacher, regardless of age.
Through our teachers, we receive wisdom that transcends time.
It's like reading a book and gaining timeless insights.
A teacher is not necessarily someone far away.
--- p.97
Instead of giving you the answers, books help you live a life without regrets.
--- p.168
The quantity of reading is not relative, but the quality of reading is absolute.
Reading is a process, not an outcome.
--- p.170
Sharing our hearts through the same book binds us together more tightly than any knot.
--- p.177
Reading a book is not simply an act of accumulating knowledge.
That's heart-warming.
It's a quiet meditation that restores me, a moment to disconnect from the world in my own way.
Reading is a task for the head, but above all, it is a task for the heart.
--- p.194
Reading is a truly fascinating activity that reflects one's personal tastes.
The values and thoughts of the reader in life become the eyes through which they look at books and the standards for judgment.
--- p.227
There are moments when my mind lingers on a certain sentence while reading a book.
The reason is probably because time is embedded in that sentence.
Although we live in different times, we are companions walking together on the path of time.
Only when the sentences in the book and the time within me connect does the feeling of empathy blossom.
Facing the various faces of emotion is a necessary practice for living, and in the process, we become stronger people.
--- p.230
People hesitate and are afraid when faced with a road they have never traveled before.
But challenges become small lights that illuminate the dark path.
Books are that very light.
It illuminates the path in your heart, allowing you to fearlessly advance down the unknown path you have never walked before.
The most important thing is to be sure that the path I am walking is truly the path I want.
Reading may seem like an ordinary routine, but it holds a magic that makes the ordinary extraordinary.
Reading a book is a journey of self-exploration that leads me to a deeper and broader life.
--- p.238
Life is a process of gathering countless seemingly useless experiences to ultimately become a useful person.
‘Usefulness’ is not something that someone else decides, it is up to me, and its meaning is also something that I give to it.
--- p.258
A love of books is a genuine attachment to life, and it gives us true freedom.
Purposeful reading leads to successful self-development with positive motivation, but blind reading can be toxic.
This may be because actions are difficult and words are relatively easy.
The mindset of considering oneself unhappy and comparing oneself to others eats away at the soul.
--- p.21
Life is a journey that no one can take for you, but you can choose who you take with you on that journey.
I have traveled indirectly through countless lives by reading books.
Thanks to this, I don't feel anxious or nervous even when I hear things like, "You shouldn't go there," or "If you do that, you'll be late."
However, if there is one thing I wish for on this trip, it is that I hope to meet many people who love books.
If that happens, I think I'll be able to meet people I meet while traveling like spring and part ways like winter.
--- p.34
I think that people who write are people who write art.
I respect and love those who pour their soul into letters and create countless worlds on paper.
Writing itself becomes a tool of imagination, rewriting the world.
From the last chapter that the author has finished, I begin to fill it with my own perspective.
What writers and readers have in common is that they are people who ‘live’ through language.
The writer who writes makes the reader live through the writing, and the reader who reads makes the writer live through the inspiration he receives through the writing.
Writers and readers circulate with each other.
--- p.50
It is impossible to be loved by everyone.
What matters is the courage to let go of those impossible expectations.
It's okay if someone ignores you or doesn't accept you.
What's even more important is accepting yourself.
The moment I turn away from myself, freedom goes away.
Only when we can step back from the emotions of others and look at ourselves again can we truly be free from relationships.
Books just sat there silently, lighting up a green light so my heart could pass safely when the world was all red.
Even now, whenever I feel complicated, I pick up a book.
--- p.64
The more time I spend thinking in a book and the more immersed I am in the text, the closer I am to the person I love.
The time I spend quietly immersed in myself is also the time that fills me with happiness.
Because only when it is filled sufficiently can it be given.
--- p.77
One of the mistakes we often make in life is keeping fear as our friend.
Once you start getting close to your friend called fear, it's hard to get away from him.
--- p.82
A special life begins with big or small events or people.
Anyone who guides you not only in educational teachings but also in all aspects of life can be called a teacher, regardless of age.
Through our teachers, we receive wisdom that transcends time.
It's like reading a book and gaining timeless insights.
A teacher is not necessarily someone far away.
--- p.97
Instead of giving you the answers, books help you live a life without regrets.
--- p.168
The quantity of reading is not relative, but the quality of reading is absolute.
Reading is a process, not an outcome.
--- p.170
Sharing our hearts through the same book binds us together more tightly than any knot.
--- p.177
Reading a book is not simply an act of accumulating knowledge.
That's heart-warming.
It's a quiet meditation that restores me, a moment to disconnect from the world in my own way.
Reading is a task for the head, but above all, it is a task for the heart.
--- p.194
Reading is a truly fascinating activity that reflects one's personal tastes.
The values and thoughts of the reader in life become the eyes through which they look at books and the standards for judgment.
--- p.227
There are moments when my mind lingers on a certain sentence while reading a book.
The reason is probably because time is embedded in that sentence.
Although we live in different times, we are companions walking together on the path of time.
Only when the sentences in the book and the time within me connect does the feeling of empathy blossom.
Facing the various faces of emotion is a necessary practice for living, and in the process, we become stronger people.
--- p.230
People hesitate and are afraid when faced with a road they have never traveled before.
But challenges become small lights that illuminate the dark path.
Books are that very light.
It illuminates the path in your heart, allowing you to fearlessly advance down the unknown path you have never walked before.
The most important thing is to be sure that the path I am walking is truly the path I want.
Reading may seem like an ordinary routine, but it holds a magic that makes the ordinary extraordinary.
Reading a book is a journey of self-exploration that leads me to a deeper and broader life.
--- p.238
Life is a process of gathering countless seemingly useless experiences to ultimately become a useful person.
‘Usefulness’ is not something that someone else decides, it is up to me, and its meaning is also something that I give to it.
--- p.258
A love of books is a genuine attachment to life, and it gives us true freedom.
Purposeful reading leads to successful self-development with positive motivation, but blind reading can be toxic.
--- p.281
Publisher's Review
Tell us about those intimate moments of empathy where you listen to what you have to say.
When you read a book and your mind becomes calm, you can finally see something.
It's a story deeper than words, moments that are invisible but clearly felt.
If there is one book in the world that you absolutely must read, it is 'The Heart'.
When you open the book called 'Mind', you meet someone who listens carefully to your voice.
Only empathy that truly comes together, that warm empathy, can embrace a weary heart and give it the strength to live again.
There are just books you haven't read yet.
Everyone knows the importance of reading.
There are so many interesting and wonderful books in the world.
But sometimes, no matter how good a book you read, it just doesn't reach your heart.
It's not that you don't need books, it's just that there's one book you haven't encountered yet.
This book is the beginning of a journey of reading that will transform your life beyond your thoughts.
It makes me look at myself affectionately, as I used to pass by without a second thought.
A single, intimate book that will change your life, for those who are clumsy at loving themselves.
The book is waiting for you now.
When I want someone to understand me, even though I don't understand myself
Your most shining season is coming on the path you walk while reading.
A strong heart that supports you through every moment of wavering, that heart ultimately determines the direction of your life.
It's okay if it's dark for a while.
Books are always there to illuminate your heart with a quiet light.
And finally, your season, yours alone, will come.
Life isn't all sad
As we live, everyone goes through difficult times.
But not all of those moments are filled with sadness.
There is definitely something that stays in your memory, a warm word, something that quietly stays by your side.
Books can be like that too.
Reading is not just about gaining information; it's a time to reflect on yourself and re-evaluate your life.
Making time for books in the midst of life.
Ultimately, it's about giving me time.
Have one book rather than hundreds of connections.
A hundred connections can't live your life for you.
But sometimes just one book can change your thinking and give you the strength to rebuild your life.
This book is about putting aside the thoughts that cause you pain in a noisy world and finding a path to quietly shining happiness.
Beyond simple healing, we ask where true change comes from, and find the answer in 'books'.
This is a story about the joy of solid reading, and a heartfelt self-help book for everyone who wants to love their life.
Sometimes, more than many people, it's just one book that understands my heart more deeply and sustains me longer.
Author Interview
1.
What prompted you to write this book?
One day, while reading a book, I came across this sentence.
“Those who read a lot are destined to write someday.”
It was something a character in a novel said to his daughter-in-law, but at that moment, it felt as if he was saying it directly to me.
It was more than just a line, it was a sentence engraved deep in my heart like a spell.
That phrase resonated with me for a long time.
The time I spent reading books every day turned into the belief that it would one day bear fruit in the form of my own writing.
Writing is no longer a vague dream, but rather a natural flow.
Looking back, it seems like good energy started to work in my life from that time.
A single sentence I read without thinking became a seed for me, and that seed gradually took root and eventually became the impetus for me to write a book.
2.
What message do you want to emphasize in particular in this book?
To conclude, it is 'fate'.
We tend to see only equal relationships between people as a connection.
But that's not the case.
One day, I came across a book that had a great impact on my life.
A person can never live alone.
Even the word alone in the world doesn't mean you are completely alone.
Even though it may seem to stand alone on the surface, just as vowels must meet consonants to form words, new meanings are born from small combinations.
So, I think reading is not just an act of following letters, but rather an act of ‘connecting.’
The moment we open a book, we form a connection with it.
We never know where a book we pick up will take us, but along the way, unexpected sights and encounters await us.
Life is the same.
Life is often compared to a journey.
On the path we set out on alone, we meet countless connections, and those connections change our journey little by little.
Reading is the most special of these connections.
The journey led by books does not stop at accumulating knowledge, but ultimately connects me to a deeper and wider world.
3.
This is the author's first book.
I'm curious as to why you chose this title.
There was no special reason.
However, I was wondering which title would be more honest and approachable to readers.
As I thought about the polar opposite perspectives, I realized that that too was my own prejudice.
For example, the opposite of truth is not falsehood.
Rather than being opposing entities, the two are simply concepts with different appearances and meanings.
Truth may be the most vulnerable part of the concept of faith.
At that point, I thought of reading.
Reading builds faith, but sometimes it's difficult to fully trust the truth of what's written.
So, reading should always be close to people.
I was wondering how to express that closeness, and the word 'this much' came to mind.
It was the word that best expressed intimacy.
Ultimately, we must live by helping each other.
Rather than dividing things into dichotomies of truth and lies, I believe we should stand on each other's side and understand each other.
4.
Something to say to those who want to become mothers and expectant mothers.
For parents waiting for a child, the time feels incredibly long, but I want to tell you that from the moment you spend time with your child, the wait feels like a fleeting moment.
So don't push your child's hand away.
Hold tightly the hands that you bring to them to read to you and pull them closer, and gently and affectionately stroke the hands that turn the pages on their own.
A child's mind is like a blank sheet of paper.
The first words engraved on it are the parents' voices, and the color that lingers the longest is the loving gaze of a parent toward their child. I believe that the moment of reading a book is like lighting a light in a child's world.
We don't know what power lies hidden in the stories we hear from our mothers before we learn to read.
However, I believe that one sentence heard from a mother's voice will become the strength that sustains the child for the rest of his or her life.
5.
I'm curious about your current interests and what you'd like to do in the future.
I'm always interested in the amount of pain people endure and how quickly their wounds heal.
The pain itself cannot be reduced, but the speed of healing depends on how the scars it leaves behind are dealt with.
I would like to write about that process.
In a place where pain lingers, saying, “You must have been in a lot of pain” is not really of much comfort.
Those words are necessary for the wounds that remain in the place where the past has already passed.
Because if pain is a present progressive tense, then wounds are a completed tense.
I think empathy also has an expression.
Some empaths make eye contact, some hold hands, and some just stay quietly by your side.
Imagine the task of writing down each of those various expressions of empathy.
I love walking together, holding hands with a book lying down.
It is a moment of gratitude that I can now extend my hand, which has held the warmth of a book, as an author.
I vaguely thought that the desire to read and the desire to write would be the same.
However, I found that comparing these two is not feasible.
As I spent a lot of time reading and writing, I was able to empty my mind little by little.
I would like to walk through that process with readers and share many stories.
Although our pain is different, we live by enduring similar loneliness.
I hope this can be a small comfort to you, and to those moments when your heart suddenly pours out.
Because the moment my wish comes true is happiness to me.
I always feel regret after writing, but I hope that even that feeling will become the nourishment for my next writing.
If this book can stay with you in some quiet moment, I have no greater wish than that.
Thank you.
When you read a book and your mind becomes calm, you can finally see something.
It's a story deeper than words, moments that are invisible but clearly felt.
If there is one book in the world that you absolutely must read, it is 'The Heart'.
When you open the book called 'Mind', you meet someone who listens carefully to your voice.
Only empathy that truly comes together, that warm empathy, can embrace a weary heart and give it the strength to live again.
There are just books you haven't read yet.
Everyone knows the importance of reading.
There are so many interesting and wonderful books in the world.
But sometimes, no matter how good a book you read, it just doesn't reach your heart.
It's not that you don't need books, it's just that there's one book you haven't encountered yet.
This book is the beginning of a journey of reading that will transform your life beyond your thoughts.
It makes me look at myself affectionately, as I used to pass by without a second thought.
A single, intimate book that will change your life, for those who are clumsy at loving themselves.
The book is waiting for you now.
When I want someone to understand me, even though I don't understand myself
Your most shining season is coming on the path you walk while reading.
A strong heart that supports you through every moment of wavering, that heart ultimately determines the direction of your life.
It's okay if it's dark for a while.
Books are always there to illuminate your heart with a quiet light.
And finally, your season, yours alone, will come.
Life isn't all sad
As we live, everyone goes through difficult times.
But not all of those moments are filled with sadness.
There is definitely something that stays in your memory, a warm word, something that quietly stays by your side.
Books can be like that too.
Reading is not just about gaining information; it's a time to reflect on yourself and re-evaluate your life.
Making time for books in the midst of life.
Ultimately, it's about giving me time.
Have one book rather than hundreds of connections.
A hundred connections can't live your life for you.
But sometimes just one book can change your thinking and give you the strength to rebuild your life.
This book is about putting aside the thoughts that cause you pain in a noisy world and finding a path to quietly shining happiness.
Beyond simple healing, we ask where true change comes from, and find the answer in 'books'.
This is a story about the joy of solid reading, and a heartfelt self-help book for everyone who wants to love their life.
Sometimes, more than many people, it's just one book that understands my heart more deeply and sustains me longer.
Author Interview
1.
What prompted you to write this book?
One day, while reading a book, I came across this sentence.
“Those who read a lot are destined to write someday.”
It was something a character in a novel said to his daughter-in-law, but at that moment, it felt as if he was saying it directly to me.
It was more than just a line, it was a sentence engraved deep in my heart like a spell.
That phrase resonated with me for a long time.
The time I spent reading books every day turned into the belief that it would one day bear fruit in the form of my own writing.
Writing is no longer a vague dream, but rather a natural flow.
Looking back, it seems like good energy started to work in my life from that time.
A single sentence I read without thinking became a seed for me, and that seed gradually took root and eventually became the impetus for me to write a book.
2.
What message do you want to emphasize in particular in this book?
To conclude, it is 'fate'.
We tend to see only equal relationships between people as a connection.
But that's not the case.
One day, I came across a book that had a great impact on my life.
A person can never live alone.
Even the word alone in the world doesn't mean you are completely alone.
Even though it may seem to stand alone on the surface, just as vowels must meet consonants to form words, new meanings are born from small combinations.
So, I think reading is not just an act of following letters, but rather an act of ‘connecting.’
The moment we open a book, we form a connection with it.
We never know where a book we pick up will take us, but along the way, unexpected sights and encounters await us.
Life is the same.
Life is often compared to a journey.
On the path we set out on alone, we meet countless connections, and those connections change our journey little by little.
Reading is the most special of these connections.
The journey led by books does not stop at accumulating knowledge, but ultimately connects me to a deeper and wider world.
3.
This is the author's first book.
I'm curious as to why you chose this title.
There was no special reason.
However, I was wondering which title would be more honest and approachable to readers.
As I thought about the polar opposite perspectives, I realized that that too was my own prejudice.
For example, the opposite of truth is not falsehood.
Rather than being opposing entities, the two are simply concepts with different appearances and meanings.
Truth may be the most vulnerable part of the concept of faith.
At that point, I thought of reading.
Reading builds faith, but sometimes it's difficult to fully trust the truth of what's written.
So, reading should always be close to people.
I was wondering how to express that closeness, and the word 'this much' came to mind.
It was the word that best expressed intimacy.
Ultimately, we must live by helping each other.
Rather than dividing things into dichotomies of truth and lies, I believe we should stand on each other's side and understand each other.
4.
Something to say to those who want to become mothers and expectant mothers.
For parents waiting for a child, the time feels incredibly long, but I want to tell you that from the moment you spend time with your child, the wait feels like a fleeting moment.
So don't push your child's hand away.
Hold tightly the hands that you bring to them to read to you and pull them closer, and gently and affectionately stroke the hands that turn the pages on their own.
A child's mind is like a blank sheet of paper.
The first words engraved on it are the parents' voices, and the color that lingers the longest is the loving gaze of a parent toward their child. I believe that the moment of reading a book is like lighting a light in a child's world.
We don't know what power lies hidden in the stories we hear from our mothers before we learn to read.
However, I believe that one sentence heard from a mother's voice will become the strength that sustains the child for the rest of his or her life.
5.
I'm curious about your current interests and what you'd like to do in the future.
I'm always interested in the amount of pain people endure and how quickly their wounds heal.
The pain itself cannot be reduced, but the speed of healing depends on how the scars it leaves behind are dealt with.
I would like to write about that process.
In a place where pain lingers, saying, “You must have been in a lot of pain” is not really of much comfort.
Those words are necessary for the wounds that remain in the place where the past has already passed.
Because if pain is a present progressive tense, then wounds are a completed tense.
I think empathy also has an expression.
Some empaths make eye contact, some hold hands, and some just stay quietly by your side.
Imagine the task of writing down each of those various expressions of empathy.
I love walking together, holding hands with a book lying down.
It is a moment of gratitude that I can now extend my hand, which has held the warmth of a book, as an author.
I vaguely thought that the desire to read and the desire to write would be the same.
However, I found that comparing these two is not feasible.
As I spent a lot of time reading and writing, I was able to empty my mind little by little.
I would like to walk through that process with readers and share many stories.
Although our pain is different, we live by enduring similar loneliness.
I hope this can be a small comfort to you, and to those moments when your heart suddenly pours out.
Because the moment my wish comes true is happiness to me.
I always feel regret after writing, but I hope that even that feeling will become the nourishment for my next writing.
If this book can stay with you in some quiet moment, I have no greater wish than that.
Thank you.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: October 27, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 288 pages | 152*225*20mm
- ISBN13: 9791156366478
- ISBN10: 115636647X
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