Being a Single Mother in Korea | THE VOICELESS #31

[@AsianBoss]

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[@josephrogers9040]

Thank you so much for covering this Asian Boss. I admire Miss Moon Jung's courage, and my family and I will donate. Single Mother's are Queens and deserve the utmost respect. Edit: It's so disheartening to know that single mother's are discriminated against. They have sacrificed so much to raise their children.

[@josephrogers9040]

@@thatstuff3288 I'm sorry if my comment came across that way. What I wanted to convey was that a woman who does the job of both parents should not be discriminated against as Moon Jung has. Rather they deserve our respect and help. They are acting as both parents, and I wanted to acknowledge their strength. She is a Queen in that regard. Also, I agree with you, it shouldn't be glorified. Children need both parents, but sometimes it doesn't work out that way.

[@Name-jw4sj]

Joseph Rogers the guy above is a troll. His statement is totally false.

[@thatstuff3288]

@@Name-jw4sj The single motherhood rate has increased to well over 70% in black American communities and as a result the kids have no fathers to teach wrong from right and they turn to the streets. To deny these facts is the true trolling.

[@donyconjux1]

Most single moms aren't doing it by choice. From this case, for example, she left because of an abusive partner. She left to protect herself and by extension her child. Attacking the victim shouldn't even be considered in this context. She shouldn't have to face discrimination because of circumstances she has no control over. And empathy is all anybody needs to see past this prejudice against single moms like her.

[@straberryshinigami15g97]

It’s so sad she gets discriminated against for being a single mother! She is working hard and doing her best and she loves her kid!

[@benjamincho4819]

It's pretty difficult in Korea to be a single mother but it's a number of factors... I'm curious to know what type of girl she was from 18 - 23...

[@Name-jw4sj]

@@benjamincho4819 Who cares what type of girl she was at that age. Nothing wrong with being a single parent.

[@UnicornsPoopRainbows]

Doubly discriminated because her child isn't "normal" 😡

[@tingtingboll]

I'm just so glad she took herself and her son out of an abusive situation 🙌That tells me everything I need to know about how strong and determined she is~

[@featuringsan]

@Brian Abisdid bruh u also shat on the single father on this channel. i bet ur mom hoped for her period but got u instead

[@ittybittymouthful]

Honestly I have to give props to Asian Boss. It couldn’t have been easy finding a single mom to contact and willing to be interviewed publicly. What non-Koreans won’t comprehend is that single moms ( or teen moms) are treated like pariahs. Not only do they face societal prejudice and degradation but even their parents face scrutiny for raising a daughter with a child out of wedlock (bad parenting, etc). On the scale of societal shame that they face, it’s the absolute worst - it’s actually exponentially worse than an affair.

[@UnicornsPoopRainbows]

Affairs are totally normal in Korea, too. You would get more judgment for divorcing a cheating spouse than cheating yourself. I know of many couples who are divorced in every way except on paper. She really doesn't seem like she has any pride left, everything is for her son. She has no where to turn and maybe, just maybe, she can raise awareness of the issues and make a better life for her son. I hope she can. I get shade from my daughter's teacher because her mother (me) is not Korean. She is bilingual and a bit slow in language (totally normal). I get told at least twice a week to work on her Korean, most of what I say is Korean but she picks up English words more easily 🤷‍♀️ She is 2! I can only imagine the comments this poor mom gets.

[@justinecorrea5844]

Korea! That’s totally screwed up. Right the wrong, Korea!

[@oyongfenny]

@@UnicornsPoopRainbows and also the level they think about affair is if you already had sex with other (not your spouse), which means texting, sexting, phonesex whatsoever are excluded from the term of affair (: As a foreigner mom in Korea, I think we also have responsibility to teach English to our kids properly, cause when they're getting older, somehow the community is more appreciating/welcoming a mix-married kid who's able to speak English properly/fluently.. IMHO

[@itsnotif.itswhen]

Very similar to Vietnam situation. If a girl got pregnant while going to school/ university, she will be discriminated and heavily judged as well.

[@jokbok995]

I think it's in most cultures like that outside of the western culture If you have baby before marriage in most most African countries You will either get kicked out by your parents or in most cases You will be seen as the shame of the family and everyone in your neigherberhood would know and Condamn you for that In the middle east its a bit harder You will be in the best case scenario shut down by all your family members or stay with your abuser or in the worst case end up death In Europe you would get support from you family and you will be okay There will always be man who wants to furfill that role as a father

[@iraboyyy1671]

The kid must really appreciate her when he grows up

[@rmorton3186]

He wont,she will be his slave forever,mom I want this,mom I want that.....sure son

[@Name-jw4sj]

All kids are appreciative of their parents when they grow up.

[@rosario3195]

@@Name-jw4sj he has autism. i don't think that he will be able to see that. but that doesn't mean that he doesn't love her mum

[@sweetpotatoesyum]

there are alot of different spectrums of autism. My cousin has autism, when she was a baby we were scared she will grow to be dependent of us as an adult. Years have passed and she is understanding of our emotions and so loving and appreciative. So I dont agree with your statement.

[@rosario3195]

@@sweetpotatoesyum that's thanks to her parents. it depends a lot of how they raise their children with some spectrum of autism. i know people that don't let their kids do the smallest things that even they are able to do alone without any help!. i think that they should raise them for being able in the future to be independent.

[@ohmygod3503]

Why discriminate against someone who is working hard to keep herself and her child alive all on her own? Someone who is trying her best? It blows my mind how biased people can be.

[@sunny-ld2ug]

HO MY GOD! That’s my question! There are a few comments saying “she shouldn’t have opened her legs in the first place” and “she’s 100% to blame for getting pregnant”. It angers me because it takes two people for a child to be conceived.

[@ohmygod3503]

熊sunny exactly!

[@dreamsteddybearsmaster]

@@sunny-ld2ug Not to mention she was raped. She didn't open her legs. You can't prevent getting pregnant if you're defiled

[@amarmanocha]

Who discriminate they are cheap, always depends on another. They can't see another hiw they are great.

[@ShweMyaukMyauk]

TheTechie Korea is more developed than most countries but that doesn’t stop old cultures and traditions

[@caroleaudrey3014]

sad that she is still calling those who left her when she was in need “friends and family”

[@ms.mendoza5645]

ar. carole I know.. I would’ve said “I don’t have friends or family anymore.. I don’t have anyone.”

[@temujinkhan6326]

You are only hearing one side of the story.

[@-a7181]

@@temujinkhan6326 yeah and the other side left a raped woman alone

[@polo02playful]

@@temujinkhan6326 yeah ofcourse. We're listening to the side that is raising the child. I'm sure the other side had "valid reasons " other than being a poorly brought up human being who rapes and leaves his child alone not to mention the physical abuse and denied being a father inspite of having the option to go for a paternity test if in doubt. Sure "the otherside ". Trying the not all men tradition here?? Well real men don't actually have to justify and use that line . Only trolls and bigots do however

[@elixieliza]

Bless this mother, she has gone through so much. But she continues to raise a beautiful child independently.

[@ohmygod3503]

s H you’re a fool.

[@sunny-ld2ug]

s H And he could’ve used a condom. It takes two people to create a child.

[@kevingonzalez3673]

@s H That is so true.

[@hobimin3091]

s H You shouldn't judge anyone without knowing their true story❤️

[@elvira5196]

s H BIG SHOCKER!!! In case you didn’t understand it from the video she was raped

[@thatguy9634]

As a Korean adoptee, who has been reunited with my birth mother, this story cuts very close to the bone for me. I’m familiar with KUMFA and the incredible work they do. I really hope this one of so many stories about single mothers in Korea inspires more people to help KUMFA in any way they can. Thank you Asian Boss for covering this topic, and I hope to see more stories and updates!

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

Were are the laws made by goverment to support those woman.. the organisation is beautiful dont get me wrong but laws wouöd be more effektive

[@sun-kyoo]

This story truely breaks my heart :( My biological mom (korean) found out she was pregnant at 18 years old. She only met my father once and she was not in any relationship. She could expect no financial support from her (our) family and therefor set me up for adoption. I am now 18 years old and have grown up in Norway. Im hoping to meet my mom next year. I respect her decision and im not mad at her for it, but my whole life has felt out of balance and I wish that I got to grow up with my biological parents in my birthcountry.

[@caesta7168]

Best luck to you, your family and your biological mother (family).

[@soraakashi9525]

Hope you to be able to meet her even in this chaotic-pandemic time. I pray for your happiness, even without proper biological parents (and ofc not all of them are good) I believe "family" is people who can you call as "home" even without blood ties, but your heart matters the most. Have a nice day!

[@dr.absurd]

@TheTechie Lucky to live in Norway? Maybe the difference between Norway and Sweden is huge, but in Sweden there are so many depressed people. During late fall, early spring and winter we never get to see the sun. People here are very lonely and you will be get judged if you are trying to talk to someone. If you cry in public people will just watching you with judgemental eyes. The family bond is usually not good in many families (of course there are some good ones, but there are a lot of neglect in many). Old people are put in homes where no family visits them and when becoming young adult, many barely speak to their family. Most people i know in Sweden wants to move away from here, and many wants to move to Korea (some has already moved to Korea, Japan and other European countries and they are happy that they did). But maybe Norway is better of than Sweden. The only thing that makes Sweden good in my opinion is the clean water and that the government takes human right seriously, and most people are pro gay marriages, abortions, etc. The vegan society and environmental movement are also pretty big which is nice, but otherwise it's a pretty depressive country to live in, and that is no wonder with the lack of D-vitamin. I would honestly rather live in Korea if they had more vegetarian food and if my fiancé didn't have a job that required him to live in Sweden. I know you are trying to be positive, but if he didn't want to live in Norway, I would be weird to hear "you already made it". Asians faces a lot of discrimination and racism (in least in Sweden), and that might be something that makes the living experience worse in these countries.

[@dr.absurd]

@Mas2 Salleh I'm not really saying that South Korea is great. I'm saying that he doesn't have to be thankful for living in Norway unless he really likes it there. Everyone is different in different situations. Some would prefer Norway, some would prefer South Korea. I'm mainly giving general reasons to why someone might not like to live in Norway, because I really don't enjoy Sweden. Is Thailand that great? I thought it was like the Philippines, and my experience in the Philippines is just as bad as in Sweden, but they have different pros and cons.

[@dr.absurd]

@Mas2 Salleh Interesting, because from they Thai I know says that Thailand isn't that great. Singapore is richer I know, my father lived there for a while and he can't stop talking about how much greater he thinks Singapore is than Sweden.

[@makeupbychungdakchungdak9338]

I’m a single mom from Canada with a son who’s 3 going 4 years old with an autism. I felt her every single word, it hit me deep within my soul. I’m just crying like non stop. 😭😭😭

[@bijetakunwar9068]

It will all be okay one day...Please be strong..sending you lot of love and prayers❤

[@littlenoon9844]

Hope for good 🤞🤞🤞🤞.lots of love and support from 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳. Hoping good things makes ur surroundings positive🙂😇😇. Be happy...

[@sarahcross2631]

I hope you’re doing okay sweetie !

[@tajjayan1623]

Wheres the dad

[@kedeeky]

I'm just seeing this video for the first time after having seen the videos about being a single father. There is a STARK difference in the types of comments the men received over this woman. To hear that this woman was abused and raped...and people still want to sit on their horse and speak ill of her? If a woman leaves a man with their child people hate her. If she's trying to raise a child alone people hate her. A lot of these comments are just vile.

[@Mia-qs1zi]

how about you say that in the SINGLE FATHER video wan your Iq must be very high Zulol

[@TVwriter23]

And now there is a growing no marriage movement among women in Korea

[@Meimoons]

@@TVwriter23and people wonder why. 😐

[@josephrogers9040]

She is very brave for sharing her story! I have great respect for single parents. For most of my childhood into early teens, my mom, a Korean immigrant who moved to Queens New York, raised me on her own, and words cannot begin to describe my gratitude. I can spend the rest of my life trying to pay her back, but it wouldn't compare to all she has done for me.

[@josephrogers9040]

@@JD-kp6pt My mother is Korean and she kept her maiden name. I have my father's last name. I am mixed.

[@josephrogers9040]

@@JD-kp6pt Yes. My mother's maiden name is Lim. She met my father in Flushing Queens. But they separated when I was still a baby, and he never paid child support. I may have my father's name, but it is my mother who raised me.

[@JennyHernandez0600]

Joseph Rogers I don’t mean to jump in, but you’re blessed to have an amazing mother who loves you very much. And I’m so happy to hear that you love her very much. ☺️ you two must have gone through a lot.

[@josephrogers9040]

@@JennyHernandez0600 Thank you so much for your kind words Jenny. My mother went through a lot trying to raise me on her own, and I am so grateful for all she has done. I would do anything for her.

[@skywatcher651]

Love to you brother. Please send my love as well to your wonderful Mom. Well wishes to you both

[@jesslu1966]

Wow this Korean woman seems like a strong, hopeful and brave person. Hope all the best to her and her son, hopefully he can get better with his current condition. Also kudos to her for leaving her abusive ex partner..

[@rose191991]

Javelin Melody its not its like 750 $ something like that ...for sure will help to her ♡

[@rose191991]

Daniel Lee absolutely agree...so many ppl thinks korea is wonderland...but the reality is different...

[@personx3119]

I feel like being a single mother in Korea is really uncommon. I know a lot about race that isn't politically correct and socially acceptable because I follow or am subscribed to alternative right or alt-right accounts. Before even watching the entire KZbin video, I want to marry her. I love white people, and I love Asian people. I'm not white or Asian.

[@Yogirliej4dee]

She really did her research on getting her son diagnosed

[@vortex162]

@s H she *openly* faces the consequences of her action, because she realizes it is not easy to go through life in her society. MORON!!!!

[@iulianaf.2697]

Oh, God. Never go back to him. A man like that will never change, he will only get worse.

[@marig9236]

and meaner

[@jess.i.ca02]

She escaped an abusive relationship and is a hardworking single mother. She and her son deserve everything

[@michaellim4165]

Asian boss, we need to open another fundraising event.

[@Dazarabia522]

Yes, I would donate to that

[@rmorton3186]

For what?

[@DesertModel]

Yes I agree. If not to her directly then to the association that helps the single moms in Korea

[@ruliak]

There is a link in the description, all proceeds go to Moon Jung!

[@lilacdays926]

@@ruliak the description says part of the proceeds will go to Moon Jung, not all. So there will be more single mothers benefitting from it which is great.

[@fuzzytree4717]

It's really great that Asian Boss gifts the people who are willing to go on camera and share their stories. It's a big thing to share your life and your vulnerability to the world.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

It is not the normal thing Asian Boss does this was an exception.

[@ilikechez5775]

She's so soft-spoken and beautiful, and super kind too

[@kevingonzalez3673]

Until the camera goes off

[@QuietlyCurious]

The founder was so kind to give her that gift at the end. Thank you for actually doing something to help the subjects of your stories.

[@winstonnathanielirwin5909]

One year after watching Asian Boss from the very first time, I am really glad that the channel is following the path of humanity and compassion. From small interviews to giving lots of help to people, I salute you, Asian Boss

[@safespace809]

I swear asian boss is doing so much for this people and for all of us. Being a single parent is shame and kinda tabu in korea and they outshine all this people with hardship and golden heart. Thank you for showing real stories of these braveheart people❤

[@jaimeduncan6167]

Yes, it's amazing job. I could not believe that they actually talk with single dads too and did not preface every single comment with "women have it worse"

[@safespace809]

@@jaimeduncan6167 yes! That is such a proffesionalism💜

[@somebodypiano6191]

I wish people in Korea talked more about and acknowledged how strong single mothers are. It's not as taboo in America, unless you got pregnant as a teen.

[@elizabeth3230]

@@somebodypiano6191 even teen pregnancy is not taboo here in America anymore. My gosh, there is a whole reality tv series that’s been on for years. They make it seem glamorous.

[@rmula5335]

I love the fact that the mother doesn't harshly force her son to be the best in education or in any other aspect. She wants him to be healthy and hearing that makes my heart so warm.

[@Yogirliej4dee]

I find that not all Asian moms have type.A perfection personality or make the kids learn a lot. This mom is ok with him having autism and learn on his own pace

[@rmula5335]

@@Yogirliej4dee You are abs right! I am not going to disagree! However, asians aren't really open to most disabilities because they think everyone is born perfect. I used to know Asian kids who struggled with disabilities and their parents would not take care of them such as give them the medical attention they need. I was just happy that she was really open-minded about this situation.

[@xfranczeskax]

Truth be told, she can't ever pay his tuition. So she doesn't have expectations.

[@shinee9486]

I'm not a single mom. But my mom was. She did an incredible job. This mom is really brave and strong. I send you all the blessings...

[@warrior9326]

you will be thankful of her

[@louchoy]

Aw I’m so glad Asian boss actually helps these people they interview

[@J23-y6k]

Dear Lord please give this woman the strength to move on without the father of her child. God bless❤️

[@varshabhardwaj6275]

Thank you Stephen for helping her out.. It was really heartbreaking when she said she had no money to buy him snacks and she had to put back all the snacks... May God remove all pain from your life and you may live with your son happily

[@mangbaite8973]

She is a kind, loving, strong and a good mom. A perfect mom.

[@ameera.m2936]

This man is bloody embarrassment of a human. I hope he realises what he’s done and asks her for forgiveness and spends the rest of his life regretting it bro wtf.

[@anwa6169]

This Type probably never will. Putting hope in that maybe is in vain...

[@littlekitsune1]

He won't and she should never let him contact her or her son, even to apologize.

[@littlekitsune1]

@JitzyJT Sure she does, if he's toxic to him.

[@littlekitsune1]

@JitzyJT What exactly is the point on being cold and clinical about this rather than sympathetic to the plight of single mothers? You act like someone who had a nerve struck.

[@Melcor2304]

She'll be taking care of two children if she didn't leave her ex. Good for her to leave her abusive ex-partner!

[@shibainu12317]

Addressing a abuser as a man child is not appropriate . He is just a man with Male ego

[@rai2423]

@@shibainu12317 Most man-children are abusive tough. They expect the woman to be their slave.

[@shibainu12317]

Actually what I wanted to say is one should avoid using word like child ... with these abuser .. but I also used the same

[@Melcor2304]

@@shibainu12317 They don't behave like adults that deal with their anger normally, instead they take advantage and abuse their partners, without contributing anything beneficial to the relationship.

[@lilianelorette3860]

She reminds me of the Netflix serie “when the camellia blooms” That woman faced also a lot of discrimination because she’s a single mom.

[@23chow]

glad i have watched it too!! i really cried and laugh with it!!!

[@lilianelorette3860]

23chow 😭😭❤️❤️

[@Jasminekuwonu]

Yeah

[@kerenkayembe9667]

I watched it too!!

[@ckinterget]

Having a Korean mother who raised both me and my brother in Korea alone, I can imagine what's shes going through. I was pretty young at the time. But as I got older, I realized how much my mother worked to give us a wonderful life. I guess she worked so hard I never really understood the situation she was in. God. gotta message my mom and tell her I love her.

[@retrobass3693]

This was very touching. I really do like that Asian Boss interviews everyone and really does show how life is for everyone. This is the news that I like to watch. I am really proud of Ms.Jung and I pray that her situation would improve. I can see that she really loves her son. You are a really strong person Ms.Jung. You are really really strong. Keep it up and don't lose hope. Cheers to the family of two!!!! May you two grow strong and keep smiling!!!!

[@chickennoodlesoup9303]

People should really mind their own business if they aren't going to help but just discriminate. People don't know what others are going through.

[@iamid94]

Its the culture,they look down on you if you arent a good citizens seem like,no one is perfect,they must not know that,maybe they just live in a bubble?

[@chickennoodlesoup9303]

@@iamid94 honestly, South Korea is a really judgemental place, but I know theirs good people there.

[@coffeepandacat]

@@chickennoodlesoup9303 even her family disowned her so they don't look bad. so shameful. she was running from abuse you morons. their cultures values are primitive. i want to scold them and send this to her family. while they are comfortable, their daughter is suffering for really nothing

[@chickennoodlesoup9303]

@@coffeepandacat Reading your comment again, I misread it, I'm sorry, but yes Korea needs to build their ways better than just disowning someone just so you won't "look bad" when really, you look extremely horrible doing such a thing. People baffle me.

[@chickennoodlesoup9303]

@s H You sound very slow, no offense. I'm just giving my own opinion.

[@Haumahus]

The strength of a mother. A pure, genuine love of a mother.

[@Sophie-ls9ep]

I remember leaving a comment suggesting talking about single parenting in Korea a while back. I’m glad this topic is finally getting touched upon. This woman is very strong !

[@mellohatesyou]

I respect her so much and everyone that goes through similar things like this

[@kevingonzalez3673]

I went through this too

[@gwenp32]

I don't understand why they discriminate because she's single parent raising her child it's just so sad to me so judgemental

[@hayward022]

Have you been to Korea? They are so racist and superficial.

[@rose191991]

yeah in korea its just that way... 🤷 huge judmental towards single mothers/ parents not just from older generation but generally speaking...

[@RecoveringChristian]

hayward022 how dare u. Korea is perfect. Korea is soo cool btw kpop koreabooooooo bts bts bts ahhhhhh Lol they called that blank pink member a racial slur cause she's from Thailand. If a kpop star is a prime target for their bigotry and hatred then single moms are easy marks

[@lc4147]

@@hayward022 they just talk, at least they don't stop people of other races for looking suspicious. And don't arrest them for eating on the train station.

[@allier1867]

SK can be horribly patriarchal and misogynistic.

[@dianaservin7196]

Such a strong woman , I’m proud of her for getting out of that abuse relationship and giving a better life to her son

[@courtneyariel2732]

When she did the message to her son and said that he didn’t need to be rich or famous just be healthy and bright as you are now! I broke! I want the same thing for my babies. 💛

[@Amblin80s]

Dang, it's still the 1960s in Korea in a lot of ways.

[@kevingonzalez3673]

Good for them I am packing

[@barbievale]

It is very sad. Everyone deserves love and respect, no matter who they are or what they have done (as long as those actions haven't harmed anyone really). People are becoming more compassionate and caring worldwide and videos like these help people wake up. I'm so glad.

[@kevingonzalez3673]

@@barbievale How do you know this video is all truth and not fabricated? What if a dear loved one of yours was in the position of the fathers? Would you not want to hear his side? Maybe it did not happen. Maybe it did.

[@xfranczeskax]

@@kevingonzalez3673 So dear loving daddy totally wants to pay child support but this mother is not accepting it and choses to live in hardship? It's a good thing to be critical of the internet, but a good portion of common sense is advisable. He may or may not be the man she describes, but at the end of the day he would have to pay for the kid's upbringing, which clearly doesn't happen.

[@LINGYang]

Nothing wrong with that .

[@FoNgThOnG]

Where's her ex at? I just wanna talk.

[@neffyg35]

Don't forget to bring your "conversational aid" aka a bat

[@kevingonzalez3673]

He is trying to get the right to ser his kid in family court

[@trishanadalling807]

@@kevingonzalez3673 you sound like you support and accept abusive men... Frankly, if he abused her while she was pregnant, he should only be allowed short supervised visits with the child. God only knows what he'd do to them otherwise...

[@ameliaday7552]

Kevin Gonzalez Rot in hell.

[@kevingonzalez3673]

@@trishanadalling807 With all due respect, how do you know her story is 100 percent honest? What is it is fiction? We take het side because she put it out there. Again we side agaist a man without hearing his defense. Maybe he is this abusive man and should be in counseling. He needs to pay child support and get supervised visits to learn a better way to be with his child.

[@NomNomBerry]

The end is sooo heartwarming, omg, I'm crying! Thanks to Asian Boss Team for the help you provided to her and for covering her story!

[@DwellsSouthern]

Screw those that discriminate, your wonderfully made. Ms. Jung

[@tigerex777]

Being a single parent anywhere is really tough.

[@MINUMLAGI]

Agree

[@crismighty2611]

It is, but at least in some countries there is not as much discrimination. It's sad. Why is it so important to some people if there are single parent families? I don't understand.

[@brendagordon4571]

I was once a single parent, it was rough. My mother, sisters and brothers were very supportive. It takes a village to raise a child. My daughter has gone to college for her Batchelor, Master and Ph.D. Now looking back despite of criticisms and shunning from older adults, I have no regrets. I can certainly relate to that lady's story. We all do our very best in the interest of our children. KUDOS mother!

[@twoplustwo07]

@@brendagordon4571 I commend you, your daughter, and the people that helped you. Sometimes we go down a different path then what we planned but we still end up where we want and should be.

[@gmi3204]

Being a single parent in India is not tough. People here are so nice .thats why i love my country

[@CEDL4072]

She's basically telling my story 😭 but thank goodness I have a good job and a very tiny yet loyal support group. Without my job , there's no way I can survive and be able to save up for our future. And without my family I'd have no one to watch over my kid and he's also autistic. Sending hugs and light from US!

[@rose191991]

♡ stay strong

[@CEDL4072]

Thanks u guys 😊

[@dalilagonzalez5839]

The fact that she went through so much and has so many hardships getting by, she still works hard and never even considered abandoning or putting her son for adoption. She is truly an amazing mother, best wishes to her and her son!

[@jessatreides421]

I cried when I watched Asian Boss' about korean single dad. Now it's about single mom. When she's telling her story and started to cry. My tears are breaks. I wish I could hug her. :'(( Both of single mom and single dad has their own struggle to raised their own beloved child. I hope their little family always stay healthy and the community got enough funds to help them. Asian Boss, thankyou for helping this single mom. She really needs it.

[@UncloudedHope06]

Thank you for showcasing KUMFA, they are a great org and the expats here really have helped out here in Daegu. They make it easy for us to help, which is great for both them and us.

[@isaymememoo4767]

I'm 25 years and I'm single mother. Indeed is so hard, but we can't tolerate any kind of abuse, physical, emotional etc. I have no words to express my admiration to this wonderful woman, you are amazing! 👏🏻

[@shneershiishonest]

Yeah, keeping one's legs closed is harder than raising a child for the next 18 years, huh?

[@LLAWLlET]

@@shneershiishonest Stfu. You don't know her story, do you?

[@shneershiishonest]

@@rilshandraa Whatever makes you feel better, hon.

[@shneershiishonest]

@@LLAWLlET Well that's a very convincing argument you have there; I don't know what else to say!

[@human2501]

shneershiishonest stfu, who are you to judge her? Mind your own business. Is your life that boring and are you so lonely and unhappy with yourself you have to judge others?

[@JanelleBearden246]

Brought tears to my eyes! Thank you for not just bringing awareness to the struggles single moms face but also helping her. I am a single mom myself and even though I have the support of my family it is still VERY HARD. It's taxing emotionally, physically, finacially and there are so many times where you feel like you aren't doing it right. So when someone comes out and helps you even in a small way it is HUGE! Hugs to all the single mamas out there and especially this young woman.

[@wickandde]

Oh my god I can't imagine all she has endured and she is so young. I hope she and her son have the best life.

[@Mettimasurbeqsu]

I’m crying. Asian boss is doing what needs to be done in this world 🥰🥰🥰

[@asheep2270]

God bless her she will never regret this decision.

[@bngltinkerbell]

This is so heartbreaking. Thank you for helping her out though.

[@Nhaunderstood]

she said she is 27 years old, korean age, thats mean she prolly only 26 years old international age, she is only 2 years older than me but the hardships is so prominent on her face, my heart goes for you, you are a warrior, a survivor bless you

[@BankruptMonkey]

I have a ton of respect for her! That must have been very difficult to leave, and even more difficult to decide to keep her son knowing he had a disability- it seems disabilities are treated as very big problems and a source of shame in Korea judging by other Asian Boss videos.

[@Amblin80s]

Asian Boss is so wonderful to help individuals like this!

[@iamid94]

I know ,right,everyone should subscribe and get them to 3 mills!

[@glennextics]

Asian Boss are always supportive to single parents for those who have a hard time raising a child like Moon Jung's son

[@ChristianThurston]

Dammit, who is cutting all these onions?

[@dangda-ww7de]

what onions? dont pop out mistakes that you cant afford.

[@lolo.beauty2717]

@@dangda-ww7de it's not like she had a choice people like you are pathetic.

[@Lalindaluna]

She is not the only in this World trying to raise her child with love and the whoke family, friends and exman spit in her face. So damn admirable are this woman. Be blessed. Please tell her we think about her. And we pray for her.

[@stephiecreates1788]

Wow what a beautiful story! I’m going to South Korea in a few weeks and I want to help woman like moon by giving hope and support any way I can. Shed some tears. Thanks asian boss for sharing real stories by real people. Blessings

[@scarletred522]

After watching this, I've become more appreciative of my mom who provided everything for me and my boy when I separated from my ex husband. More power to Asian Boss, KUMFA and all single parents!

[@hiiiimymelody]

Kang Moon Jung is a brave and kind role model, thank you for sharing her story!

[@silentgamer1997]

Why is discrimination against a Single Mother even a thing in Korea, I hope she gets through the hard times.

[@jessicamayne3394]

That little boy is being raised with so much love. I have no doubt that as long as his mom is able to care for him and raise him he will grow up to be an upstanding young fellow. He might even decide fo help kids with autism himself when he grows up.

[@RED26864]

Bravo to her for being positive throughout the whole ordeal . Single moms need more support world wide

[@zbrewed]

Although you’re going through hard times as a single mother, staying with him would have been worse. You made the right decision.

[@kimberlyaudreyy3802]

Such a cute little boy and wonderful mom. I’m glad they are getting some kind of help.

[@badripaudel77]

Tears come in my eyes. Emotional, praying for you brave woman from Nepal🙏

[@lilly103]

Preach this woman! She's a great mother and deserves the world

[@Pintandoconsandycoronado]

The little boy is so cute 😭 stay strong mamma ❤️

[@ArdentePatience]

What a kind and courageous human being, I hope she will encounter more help on her way to help raise her son and not shed tears...much love from, Paris.

[@cesurguzal7922]

Her story made me sad but Asian boss your kind action made me in tears .lots of respect.plz keep helping such people and making this world place to live .

[@xblvckpinkx]

*if anyone wants to donate, there's a link in the description & pinned comment even if it's just a small amount it'll help*

[@tyralee1004]

ASIAN BOSS 구독해서 즐겨보는데, 이번편은 정말 맘이 짠하고 아프네요. 예전에 회사에서 봉사활동하러 미혼모센터 방문해서 아가들 돌보는 일을 하였는데, 정말 갓난아기 케어하기 힘들더라구요. 그래도 그 속에서 미혼모분들이 삶을 포기하지 않고, 열정적으로 열심히 사시는분들이 많았었는데, 이번 사연도 너무 마음이 아프네요. 그래도 포기하지 않고 아이를 케어하려는 어머님, 항상 응원합니다 ! 또한, 물심양면으로 도와주시는 ASIAN BOSS 대표님과 팀원분들, 미혼모지원센터 정말 복받으실거예요:) 아직 세상은 살만한것 같아요. ASIAN BOSS팀같은 좋은 사람들이 있기에..^^*

[@iwillcry]

she’s an incredibly strong woman, people should take note.

[@user-bx4ti6ig3i]

I'm glad that there's still people out there that want to help those who need it.

[@Asi_de_bello]

Proud of her for choosing herself and her baby!! I did the same thing...kids and I left with the clothes on our backs and never looked back! Hardest-bestest day of our lives. Bless you for your generosity and kindness to her!! 🤩

[@hazraconteur]

She's just amazing and so brave! I hope the best for her and her child ❤️

[@andytso7990]

Single mother are more stronger then ever, them being both the mother and father

[@cobranaotempe]

There are so many single moms, young moms here in Brazil. It is a complete different reality. Shocks me seeing these differences

[@karoonskii]

I am so inspired by humanity after every episode, and how you (asian boss team) are all making a difference around the world. 감사합니다 그리고 keep up the great work!

[@fahijahossain2149]

I WANT To thank you ASIAN BOSS . I have watched ALL videos about single father and single mother story in south korea. I feel that every parents are doing their best to support their child. thank you for telling us these stories and I AM felling bad for my parents also. I was crying when I watch these videos

[@anastasiamayrika]

I wish people there will be more open minded after watching this interview. She never wants to be a single mom but she has no other choices. She even has to suffer from physical abuse yet she is still there, struggling and fighting for her son. There might be some traumas that she has yet she is still very tough and strong. Hope people will judge less and understand more.

[@terryboehler5752]

Being a mother is the hardest, most important job in the world

[@lalluqa6036]

Being a mother is not a job: is an obligation if we as women decide to give birth. Motherhood ain't a job.

[@sally9947]

I know she doesn't need a man in her life, but this reminded me of When the Camellia Blooms and I wished a Yongshik would come into her life

[@angeera]

saally 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭yes indeed. Lol I cried when they cried together in the series. Omg that was my show but I was so sad they did not end up together

[@daiishi_kinyoubi]

Yess i loved that kdrama sooo touching

[@daiishi_kinyoubi]

@@angeera but they do end up together, i remember it clearly ...???

[@trollzynisaacjohan1793]

well she has her son. I get what your saying but she has her son. I'm sure he will be grateful for his mother and help her when she is older.

[@lizam3846]

Real life is nothing like k-dramas, we need to accept it as a fact. There's no wealthy Princes waiting for u to settle everything in your life into order and take u out to his super safe castle from all the bad things around. You have only you, even being happily married . People tend to change ,so counting on someone in all cost is walking on a thin ice

[@kinkykoilykawaii]

I cried so much. I wish light and joy to this strong woman and her beautiful son. We need to do better by one another.

[@zaheerahamid2630]

Hi watching from south africa from Mrs zaheera Hamid love what u doing may god give u strenght to do what's got to be done 4 for ur son ❤😅 love u my Korean don't worry about what any 1 says about u u r a unique special person god lo as all of us even more than a mom loves her kids

[@jessicabjaaland9973]

Can you guys fundraising money to help her and her son

[@rmorton3186]

Do it for the moms in your own country,there are thousands more of them than in korea.Korea only has about 25000 single moms that they are aware of.I bet most countries have many many times more than that.

[@UnicornsPoopRainbows]

@@rmorton3186 "That they are aware of." I live in Korea and because of the stigma around being single parents, many single parents won't seek help in fear of being stigmatized. Being a single parent PLUS having a non-"normal" child basically dooms her for a lifetime of criticism in the current society. In Korea, if your child even has a learning disability, the parents are blamed for it. Depression is seen as shameful. Taking government money is shameful. If you have nothing but your reputation, many in dire straits cling to that reputation. I don't think it is right but it is "normal" here. Not to mention how many people stay in abusive relationships because they can't imagine living as a single parent. Parents even allow their children to be abused because seeking outside help is "shameful" to the family. My husband's student was being abused by her father and brother, her social worker said, "He is a good dad. At least he pays for your education. You should drop the charges against him." after she went to the police. Her mother demanded she drop all charges. Don't try to dissuade others from donating to causes they think are worthwhile because it isn't in their own country. Maybe with more financial help and a bit of social change, people won't feel pressured to live in hell or give their children up for adoption.

[@tiakb]

There is a link in the description

[@rmorton3186]

@@UnicornsPoopRainbows Fair comment But I still believe 'Charity begins at home'

[@rmorton3186]

@Brian Waller Thats the point Brian

[@ASinsin]

Why is society so harsh in criticizing single mom I just dont understand my mom is also a single mother and I dont remember having anything less than what I want except my father love it was before my father was there and after my father passed she has been working more hard so I and my sister dont feel low and lack behind it's a big thing for every single mom whether in my country or other...we should respect them...👍

[@chrismel1986]

what a strong mother she is! i wish you and your son the best! God bless

[@godonlylovesme1638]

Lady you are very strong to walk away from an abusive relationship and to raise your child on your own, God bless you and your child and you are going to succeed in your life.

[@ankur7030]

And I thought Dongbek was having a hard time being a single mother.

[@xNaeja]

Some of these comments are absolutely disgusting.

[@MoPoppins]

Pumpkin ♡ - I bet they’re coming from people who, when you see them in the offline world, seem to have such powerless lives. Hiding behind a keyboard, they’re safe to speak their mind.

[@shivanimohanty6760]

Ikr. I feel so disgusted seeing their comments. How can they say that?!!! They really dont know about kindness.

[@-a7181]

The victim shame makes me wanna vomit

[@marig9236]

agreed this channel isn't for that kind of drama and trolling.

[@jaketan8485]

The disgusting comments are mostly from men.

[@misty4822]

You put a smile on her face, even if it was A little I can see her face how happy she was and how relieved but now she can probably get him a second piece of candy that he likes. I hope that you can keep in touch with her so we can see how she is doing

[@addisondurrence1431]

And people wonder why I watch this channel. I don't understand how they question me. This is suck an amazing channel that brings stories from all over the world(mainly Korea) to light and sheds light on problems our world is facing today(I.e poverty). This channel does so many wonderful things for people who need it the most and who struggle so much, it's really inspiring to watch. Sometime these even bring home to tears with how thoughtful and emotional they are

[@mikeescandor4945]

Damm Asian boss. I’ve got a son myself. Now my feels 😢 You’re the change the world needs 💯

[@mariekiwara1067]

Stephen you are a amazing wow I'm so happy to see that at the end ❣

[@test-mz2hk]

I just wanna give her and his son a big big hug! I'm also a single mum to a 5 year old and I can relate to her story. Stay strong sister and God is always with you.

[@Simplyunashamed]

As a struggling/transitioning single Mom in the US, this moved me to my core. Thank you for sharing the story of this beautiful, brave Mama.

[@kmama7909]

Hi.. I have a kid with autism too. I wanna sending you a hug. Fighting! ♥️