What does it truly mean to live a good life? How do we find purpose, meaning, and genuine connection within our finite time on Earth?

In a reflective and deeply human new book, Professor Kim, one of Korea’s most respected philosophers, turns to ancient Korean thought to explore these enduring questions. Drawing on wisdom shaped by more than a century of lived experience, he offers gentle yet profound insights into how we can live with greater clarity, balance, and compassion.

Blending philosophy with personal storytelling, the book invites readers to lean into life with softness, gratitude, openness, and sincerity — especially in moments of difficulty. Rather than offering quick fixes or self-help formulas, Professor Kim turns to everyday lessons rooted in Korean values, showing how small shifts in perspective can lead to deeper well-being.

Already a bestseller in Korea with over 50,000 copies sold, the book arrives at a moment when global interest in Korean culture — from literature and cinema to food and philosophy — is at an all-time high. At its heart, however, this is not a trend-driven book but a thoughtful meditation on what it means to live well.

Bringing Professor Kim’s work to English-language readers for the first time, the book offers a fresh, culturally grounded perspective on happiness — one that feels both timeless and urgently relevant in a fast, distracted world.