Sahgang Opens Up About Burnout and Insomnia on Solo's Journey

In the latest episode of SBS Plus's Solo's Journey (솔로라서), Sahgang shared her struggles with burnout and insomnia. During her visit to a psychological counseling center, she revealed, "I haven't been able to sleep well for about 10 months." When the counselor asked if she could discuss the difficult times she faced, Sahgang requested to skip that topic. MC Shin Dong-yeop, who was observing from the studio, expressed concern, stating, "It's not often that one gets the chance to talk to an expert. It's important to be open during such times."

After reviewing the assessment results, the counselor diagnosed Sahgang with insomnia and noted that her sleep quality was poor. Alarmingly, her 'repression index'—which measures the suppression of negative emotions like sadness, pain, and anger—was extremely high at 91.6%. This revelation left Sahgang visibly shaken as she admitted, "It's true that I've been struggling, but I thought I was managing it well..." and she fought back tears.

The counselor also indicated that Sahgang was experiencing 'burnout syndrome' at a staggering 97.7%, a state of emotional and physical exhaustion due to excessive stress and pressure. Sahgang likened her situation to a parrot protecting its young, saying, "I feel the need to protect my children; they are my everything."

After explaining the results, the counselor recommended light exercise. However, Sahgang expressed her concerns, saying, "The problem is I have vertigo. Even when I stay still, it feels like the world is spinning around me."