It's Okay to Not Be Okay

"It's Okay to Not Be Okay" is a unique South Korean drama that explores the complexities of mental and emotional health. The series follows Moon Gang-tae, a community health worker in a psychiatric ward who has spent his life caring for his older brother, Sang-tae, who is on the autism spectrum. Their lives are turned upside down by the arrival of Ko Mun-yeong, a popular but deeply troubled children's book author with an antisocial personality. As their paths intertwine, the three begin a difficult journey of confronting past traumas and healing one another's emotional wounds. With a dark, fairytale-like aesthetic, the show beautifully tackles themes of family, love, and the courage it takes to face your inner demons. The series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.