From a rookie of a little–noticed idol group in 2013 to a K-pop superstar in 2025 with a brilliant career both as a solo artist and as a member of BTS, Jin has had an impressive journey of growth. Twelve years have pαѕѕed, which is not a short period, especially when talking about the lifespan of K-pop idols.
Over more than a decade, Jin has witnessed countless ups and downs, having taken steps under the dazzling lights of glory and also walked through not a few shadows. Alongside the cheers were the harsh mockeries from anti-fans, false rumors, and even times facing failures and doubts from the public.
As a seasoned K-pop idol who has gone through hardships with BTS as well as many personal challenges, Jin realized that the most important thing is to “just live happily.” He mentioned this in an interview with W кσяєα when he was asked to name the most memorable lesson from becoming a member of BTS after more than a decade.
"The lesson I learned is to ‘just live happily.’ We all perceive the same situation differently. I try to let go of things as quickly as possible," Jin said.
He added,“I don’t get stressed a lot. I often remind myself that the world is full of happiness (laughs). There are times when I do feel stressed, but I try my best to minimize it. What’s done is done, and you can’t rewind the clock. It’s better to move on and focus on remembering the good things. That is the biggest lesson I have learned.”
What is impressive here is that he has clearly gone through many difficulties, competition, and even wounds in the life and work of a celebrity, yet he refuses to think about the negative. Instead of letting those things bring him down, Jin chooses to “remember the good things” as a way of life to maintain long–lasting energy and joy.
Not only that, he also lives with the thought that “working” makes him the happiest. "These days, I feel happiest when I am working. We all have to work, so someone who feels happy while working would be a truly happy person. I hope this feeling continues as long as possible", he mentioned.
Perhaps more than anyone else, Jin understands the feeling of boredom when being away from fans and having his activities interrupted during about two years of military service. Therefore, after that period, he treasures even more the chance to work, perform on stage, and meet the fans who wholeheartedly support him.
Despite the busy schedule and pressures of being a celebrity, the joy in work and the love from fans are the healing medicine for him!
In the eyes of the public, Jin has always been famous for his “Worldwide Handsome” image and his humorous, friendly, and carefree personality. But through these shares, he also shows that he knows what is important, has a positive mindset, and is worth learning from. This advice is not only applicable to celebrities but also useful for anyone facing difficulties.
ARMYs expressed their agreement while admiring his wise way of thinking:
- He spits nothing but light. I like ppl in the limelight who know exactly what they are doing. They're not high on ego, but rather use every chance wisely and productively. . No wonder the wisest & sharpest guys in his group look up to him, and sets him apart. Jin is the best!
- As i get older, i realize that acceptance, not positivity, is the key to surviving the day. accepting that not every day will be pleasant and happy. you will have terrible days, make errors, fail, mess up, and everything will not go as planned, and that’s okay
- Do you realize just how amazing Jin is? You can literally put him in ANY situation, even the most uncomfortable for him, and the man will adapt. No complaints, just adapt and THRIVE. Seriously, his mindset ASTOUNDS me. A born leader, with steadfast values
- This is the mindset that I want to achieve. Jin is truly someone to look up to
- I swear every interview makes me admire him even more. I will never forget his words
- Jin’s words are so simple yet so powerful. Choosing to focus on happiness despite hardships is soмєтнing we can all learn from
- I admire how Jin turns challenges into life lessons. His positivity is truly inspiring
- Not everyone can go through years of pressure and negativity and still keep such a bright outlook. Jin is on another level
- This is why Jin is more than just ‘Worldwide Handsome’ — his mindset is even more beautiful than his looks
- His way of letting go of negativity and holding on to the good things is exactly what I needed to hear today