Beautiful Story and portraying of the characters ⭐️❤️
Just finished watching on Netflix and had to leave my review here. As a psychologist and health care worker I would like to give kudos to the actors, they really portrayed their characters so well. Loved the ending quote about “being on the border of what is normal and abnormal”. This quote really summed up the topic on mental health. Also loved how the series covered the stigma that families of patients with mental illness faces and how it shows the importance of family being involved in the patients journey. I often have to explain to people that people with mental illness are not different, and their mental illness arises from multiple factors like environmental factors, social factors, institutional factors which were beautifully portrayed in the series. So what then is the concept of what is norma and what is abnormal which originated from phenomenology back in the past from where mental ill patients were seen as abnormal and thereby isolated, some where even seen as witches and has to be burned on a stake.Sorry for the ranting, just love watching series that speaks about mental health, series like this helps in sharing awareness about what mental health is and the stigma that comes with being mentally ill. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😊
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Prepare to cry
I started this because of an edit I watched on tiktok. I saw park boyoung play as a depressed character and i just knew i had to watch it. Her acting is top tier especially when it comes to expressing negative emotions.The show is honestly a rollercoaster. I cried each episode and it lowkey reminded me of Tomorrow kdrama. Whenever there’s kdramas that center around mental illnesses or suicide I know it’s going to be one of the best shows but it’s going to make my heart ache each episode.
I loved all of the characters and their development although some episodes seemed too good to be true like, quitting and getting a dream job just like that or social anxiety getting lowkey erased. I understand the characters had a development to get to that point but as someone who has social anxiety all of that seemed just too good to be true to me.
This show also made me realise just how scary it is to put a name to an emotion that is actually mental illness. It’s insane how quickly people avoid you and view you differently just for having a mental illness…I don’t know if i’ll ever have courage to get a proper diagnosis but this show showed that it wouldn’t be too bad or scary if i did.
Really well done. I recommend it but be aware that this show shows self harm scars and self harm happening (which was a bit hard for me to watch) the show is a bit gory with some scenes so if you’re sensitive, do go into this show with caution.
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the fine line between depression and hope, normalcy and abnormality
It is a delightful 12-episode Kdrama series on Netflix that shares a spiritual connection with the beloved "Hospital Playlist." This time, it takes us to the Psychiatry unit, offering a compelling narrative that revolves around the dedicated nurses and doctors who work there.The show ingeniously navigates the intricate realm of mental health, dissecting the fine line between depression and hope, normalcy and abnormality. With every episode, it delves into the profound and diverse experiences of its patients, ranging from paranoia to exhilarating mania-induced dance routines, and the intricate transition of OCD and hyper fixations.
What truly stands out is the show's ability to evoke empathy, enabling the audience to intimately understand and resonate with the profound struggles of the patients. The stellar cast and gripping storyline combine to create a captivating and heartwarming series that shines a much-needed spotlight on the importance of mental health. "Daily Dose of Sunshine" is a must-watch, offering a beautiful blend of humanity and healing.
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Left Me in Tears and Full of Admiration
I honestly don’t even know where to start. Watching Daily Dose of Sunshine was like a punch to the gut in the most emotional, real way. As someone who deals with depression, this show hit so close to home, it was almost too much to handle at times. I’m not kidding when I say I cried a lot—like, I was sobbing at points, and I had to pause just to catch my breath. If you’re looking for a show that really makes you feel something deep, this one is it.Jung Da-eun (Park Bo-young) is honestly one of my favorite characters ever. I fell in love with her so hard. She’s such a selfless person, and the way she treats her patients with so much empathy is just incredible. Watching her give so much of herself to help others, even when she’s struggling with her own issues, made me admire her so much. She’s not just a nurse; she’s a true healer, and it was so inspiring to see her care for each person she meets with such kindness and compassion. I think that’s why this show hit me so hard—it shows the impact of true empathy in a world that often feels cold.
It’s not all just sadness, though. What I loved about Daily Dose of Sunshine is that it never lets you forget there’s hope, even when things seem dark. It’s like, the healing process isn’t some big, dramatic thing, but rather slow, quiet, and messy. You know, like life is. It’s about taking one step at a time, even when you feel like you’re stuck. That’s honestly one of the things that resonated with me the most.
And the cinematography? Wow. The show looks gorgeous. It’s soft and dreamy, with these little details that really make you feel what the characters are feeling. Like when someone’s sitting alone in silence or staring out a window, the camera lingers just long enough for you to feel the weight of their emotions. I felt like I was right there with them, feeling everything they were going through.
Then there’s Park Bo-young. She completely nailed her role. You could see all the pain, hope, and uncertainty in her eyes. She didn’t just act the part; she made me feel it. I honestly haven’t seen a performance this raw in a long time. It made me connect to her character so deeply.
All in all, Daily Dose of Sunshine is one of those shows that just sticks with you. It’s emotional, raw, and real, but it’s also full of hope. If you’re struggling with your mental health or just looking for a show that makes you feel something deep, this is the one. It may make you cry, but in the best way possible.
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A really touching Rollercoaster about mental health and human relationships
Watch it.If you like any member of the cast, watch it.
If you want a pretty accurate representation of mental issues, watch it.
If you want joy, watch it.
If you want to cry.... watch it.
I think it was one of the most memorable and touching dramas that I've seen lately. From the several mother/daughter relationships that are portrayed in it to the rich/poor boy/girl relationships.
Just watch it and enjoy it all, from the sad moments to the really touching ones. And recommend it to your friends and family.
I think it helped me with my own mental issues.
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It's perfect and i really second lead to be the main couple
To start of this show had all fun , drama , love triangle, secondary couples. But only thing it didn't had was time to conclude all develop character. Mainly I want the main lead best friend to atleast try saying his feelings rather they left it has he give up the only problem ai had with the show.Other than that it's perfect the Acting is 💯 and story gone too happy to too sad depressed with the character emotional journey.
It's so well done and every health issues are depicted with care. Once you start watching the show you won't stop it's so good.
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Realistic about mental health, very informative & good
This is one of the best and most realistic K-dramas I’ve seen in a while!!! This K-drama is realistic about the topic of mental health, what patients experience and the stigma others sometimes have. It is a little quirky at times but I so loved it!!! The visuals are really on point and helps you appreciate what the characters are experiencing vividly. The chemistry between the characters is awesome and the story flows understandably well. Thought I needed OST, romance and fantasy to fit the bill but this one proved me wrong! It reminds me of “Misaeng” (Incomplete Life). Well done by all.Was this review helpful to you?
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The smallest of ripples is enough to cover us in cuts and bruises - that's how weak we are.
Daily Dose of Sunshine is an incredibly beautiful story. While it does have its ups and downs, it ends on a happier note that makes up for the slow middle.The FL really does a great job of breathing to life the character of Da Eun. Kind, selfless and empathetic. She does everything she can for her patients and while on her journey as a psych nurse, she learns that not only she but others around her suffer from other mental illnesses.
The story and writing does an amazing job of portraying mental illness and how everyone deals with it differently. Others may learn to cope and their medicine regime works, while others struggle to adapt and don't make it out of the cycle. It has beautiful characters and their stories are super relatable.
It does get a little slow towards the middle as the story pans from the patients and their stories to Da Eun and her learning + managing her depression. Towards the last few episodes everything gets back on track and ends perfectly. I loved seeing all the paths that everyone in the hospital takes and how their stories play out. While some weren't too interesting, their endings were good for them.
An incredible watch. I loved it the entire time I was watching it and couldn't get enough of the FL.
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A true healing Experience
Its been a while since a drama actually made sense and lets just say Daily Dose of Sunshine literally is all green flags - the cast, the story and the impeccable acting. It was like another reminder of all the things we take for granted but are so easily disrupted. How even till this day mental problems are considered a taboo instead of just another anomaly and the kind of situations both patients and their families face. Having come from a similar situation I know its not easy but this drama truly healed my soul. A definite watch.Was this review helpful to you?
An absolute must watch for everyone, everywhere.
정신병동에도 아침이와요.Wow. One word, no, actually two, no actually four: pure, but raw healing.
That's how I summarise this drama. The directors and writers knew exactly how delicate the subject they were dealing with was, and I am in absolute awe of the gentleness with which they broached the oh so vast, but oh so fragile concept - mental illness.
This drama is a journey, and the concept of transitioning a third-person experience to the first-person, using the most common of the illness' forms (depression), was an absolute master stroke. We're watching as an outsider one moment, and suddenly, we're facing our own demons.
I'm not going to go in too much depth around the plot line; as you can tell it's the content that's the winner here - but can I just say that this was again one of the gems that was perfectly paced (a rare item these days in k-drama world).
The drama questions all the aspects of this topic that not everyone wants to talk about, the bad, the ugly, and the worst: the stigma around mental illness and how it's bloody real.
It makes us question our own well-being and makes watching the drama therapeutic in its own way. We were hit hard by the moments that are intense, and we soften during the moments that are vulnerable. I haven't watched a lot of dramas dealing with the topic, but this is one of the (I imagine) select few that actually explores the impact of mental illness on all around it: the patients, the givers, the families and the fact that we may tip into any of these categories at any given point of time without warning.
All in all, every element of this drama was perfectly measured: the despair, the relief, the anguish, the love, the hate, the acknowledgement, and the acceptance. The end of the series doesn't leave you with any over-measured emotions because it acknowledges that were all standing on some sort of border in life and, in consequence, the ending leaves us with a sense of calm.
The only missing piece for me was an OST, so the avid watcher for me is giving this one a 9.5. Otherwise, if OSTs weren't a thing, this series was nothing short of a 10.
An absolute must watch for everyone, everywhere.
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There's light at the end of the tunnel
Mental illness is a taboo issue that most people still think of. Most people will think of it as being crazy, but this drama will open up a world of psychiatry in a new light/view.First of all, the casts, I love them all, even the mental illness patients (love their acting). I think it's hard to act as someone with mental illness. But the casts nailed it very well.
I love Park Bo Young, her acting is sure diverse. Her acting in this drama is so great that I was so immerse in it. She actually deliver how depression in a person looks like. She surely never disappoint.
Yeon Woo Jin's acting was great as well, quirky yet adorable character he portrayed. I love how his character developed throughout the drama and how he ended up with PBY's character in the end.
Jang Dong Yoon surely never disappoint. I love how he tried different characters in his acting career. He really nailed it portraying someone with panic disorder.
All the mental illness portrayed in this drama were actually what many people may have seen in real life. Some deemed these people as being crazy (to the point they should just be banished from society) others just deemed it as being possessed as they may have lost their faith. But actually these people with mental illness just needed help , care and kindness from other people and their surrounding.
I hardly cry watching drama, but this drama made me tear up a lot. Especially the part where PBY character was depressed. I totally relate to this as I've experienced it before. I didn't know I was depressed at first, but I kept on blacking out and can't really remember how I walk from one place to another. When the doctor run tests on me that I found out I was too stressed up in my study that I was on the verge of sinking into depression. Luckily, I didn't need any medication just needed to try and not be too hard on myself.
And so, with this drama, I learnt all over again how to battle with depression (it serve as a reminder to myself) and how I should get out of my cave when I'm too stressed out.
In our lives, we sometimes encounter lots of hardship that sometimes we don't realize that we succumbed to our stress and become depressed.
I think through this drama, it will help you to care for yourself more and cope with the stress in your life. Give it a try and have no expectation as usual but rather enjoy it to the fullest (like me).
Oh almost forgot to mention, all of the CGI used here are all very cool, especially the part where we entered the imaginary world of Kim Seo Wan as a mage warrior with the dragons. It was so realistically real that I got immersed in it. It's a good thing the producer did spend almost a whole episode on him as we got to see his point of view as he suffered breakdown.
In the end, I would like to give you all a big hug and pat on the shoulder. You did well, you've worked hard. Keep it up.
I hope you will enjoy this drama as much as I do. ^^
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Outstanding!!!
I placed spoilers at the end of this review.This was an outstanding series. Overall, the script was nicely done and successfully connected multiple elements and characters together. It had a few weak elements, but it did not distract me from enjoying the series. The first episode did a great job giving brief introduction about mental health, as well as the stigma and prejudice society has about it. It tackled so many aspects of mental health in a very considerate way. This series not only showed how it impacts individuals diagnosed with a metal health disorder, it included how it impacts family members and the medical staff caring for them. The series often used a whimsical/fantasy aspect to help represent certain disorders without it being disrespectful. My only critique is that I was not a fan of the romantic storylines. See the spoiler alert at the end of this review if you want more information. The cast was incredible and did a beautiful job portraying their characters. They did a wonderful job with the cinematography and special effects too.
Random Notes:
I anticipated this series since Netflix announced it and happy it didn’t disappoint me.
******Spoiler Alert******
The romantic storyline between Hwang Yeo Hwan and Min Deu Lae was not bad, but felt a little misplaced within the series. The other romantic storyline was slightly bizarre. The series introduced a love triangle between Dong Go Yoon, Jang Da Eun, and Song Yu Chan in the beginning of the series, but then this completely disappeared by the end. However, I was cool with it because I hate love triangle storylines.
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