My Story

For as long as I can remember, my life was fast-paced and filled with stress. 

As a Korean adoptee and an only child, I often struggled to find a sense of belonging in a world that didn’t reflect my true identity. Over time, this led to the development of various physical and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, addiction, and chronic pain.

The combination of the 2020 pandemic and my father’s passing the following year forced me to confront the habits that I was subconciously ignoring—people-pleasing, self-abandonment, dissociation, overconsumption, perfectionism, and workaholism. It became very clear that these patterns were no longer serving me. Through this realization, I saw how much of my life had been spent in survival mode and completely disconnected from myself. 

At that moment, I made a commitment to approach life differently and prioritize my holistic well-being. I embraced a slower, more intentional way of living, incorporating self-care practices, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation. I learned to cultivate safety and self-trust within my body, allowing me to break free from limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviors.

As I deepened the relationship with myself, I also began reconnecting with my cultural roots, gaining a clearer understanding of who I truly am—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. 

Now, I’m inspired and empowered to help others on their own path to healing and transformation!

That’s the reason I created my practice and named it Jconnected.

The 'J' honors my adoptive father and his family name. 'Connected' symbolizes my belief that genuine fulfillment arises from being authentically connected to ourselves and those around us.

‘Jconnected’ also carries the essence of “stay connected,” a mantra I strive to live by every day.