The Drama That Touched My Heart: My Mister

The last drama that truly moved me was a Korean series called My Mister. It tells the story of a man in his 40s who carries the weight of life on his shoulders, and a young woman in her 20s who also struggles with her own burdens. Despite their differences in age and background, they find comfort and strength in each other’s presence.

Like many Korean dramas, My Mister has a long list of episodes. When I first started watching it, I didn’t find the story very interesting and stopped partway through. But about a year later, I gave it another try—this time with my boyfriend. He had heard from a friend that the drama was worth watching. To my surprise, he enjoyed it more than I expected. I was happy to see him engage with Korean culture and society through the story. His reaction made me realize that even though American and Korean societies are different, people around the world can relate to the same emotions and struggles—especially when it comes to hardship, loneliness, and the need for kindness.

By the end of the series, I found myself crying a lot. I think my boyfriend may have cried too. We both learned an important lesson from the drama: that kindness is one of the greatest virtues. Even small, seemingly insignificant acts of help can have a lasting impact. The show beautifully illustrates how these moments of kindness come back to us in unexpected ways.

Of course, being kind in real life is not always easy. We live in a competitive world, and it can be hard to survive in the workplace or get along with colleagues. But My Mister reminded me that no matter how tough life becomes, choosing kindness is always meaningful. I was also surprised to learn that this drama gained popularity not just in Korea, but in the United States and Japan as well. It made me realize that, deep down, we are all human—we share the same desire for connection, compassion, and hope.

The drama ends on a hopeful note, with the characters continuing their lives, working hard, and doing their best in their own ways. I wish reality could be more like that: where good people who are kind and genuine eventually live happy and fulfilling lives, while those who are not, face the consequences of their actions.