Comedian Lee Seong-mi shared her thoughts on death.
On the 22nd, a video titled "Lee Seong-mi's 'Last House' premiered (hotel-level facilities, possible for weddings, reasonable prices)" was uploaded to the 'Lee Seong-mi, I'm a Boomer' channel.
That day, Lee Seong-mi visited a columbarium in Icheon. She explained, "Are you curious why I came here today? I'm so happy to meet you all in such beautiful nature. This is exactly where I will come when I die. I came here while alive today, but I have already reserved a spot in this columbarium. So, I thought, if I prepare for my death first, it will make it easier for my children, and that's why I've prepared various things."
She continued, "So today, I want to introduce you to the things I have prepared before I pass away, even though I do not know when that will be. I have visited and found this place so nice. That's why I have reserved my spot here. Some might think that this is a sponsorship because I'm doing this, but that's not the case. I just want to fully introduce this place to you with my heart. It would be nice to take a look around together. Let's go while we are alive."
Afterward, Lee Seong-mi walked around the columbarium introducing its features. She said, "This is a garden. The most beautiful aspects of life and death are weddings and funerals, right? I thought it wouldn't be bad to have a wedding here since you can see both at the same time. It's quite pretty here. I like it; it just feels comfortable to me. Even though my children might come and feel sad, they can also think that this is a really comfortable place where their mom is.
He mentioned that he was introduced by an acquaintance, saying, "When I first came here, I visited many other columbariums. Once inside, I realized that I really enjoy organizing things. This place is very well organized. It's not messy at all. It's neat and tidy to the extent that I would like to stay here. It's quite upscale. I feel like I've entered a nice APT. I liked the columbarium the most when I came here, followed by the hotel, and the food was delicious. Even when my children come, they know that mom and dad are here. They can just relax for a day, enjoy delicious food, and take a walk in this neighborhood, allowing them to reflect on their time with their mother. That's why I chose this place."
She further stated, "It's not much more expensive than a regular columbarium. Many people think it must be expensive since there are hotels and it is pretty well done, but given the comparisons, at this price, it's worth coming! So, it's a place I arrived at," adding, "This place feels like a 'rest.' When you die, you rest forever, but living people can also find comfort here. So there are galleries, resting places, and places to eat everywhere."
Later, Lee Seong-mi said, "I will show you my place. It's not that large, but it's the same spot as my husband," while introducing the spot where she will be kept. She said, "You'll see why I like it. There are no flowers or photos outside, so it's just neat. There's nothing. And people can reserve their favorite sayings in advance. Some have already made reservations. I have set my spot here, stating, 'This is my place. My house, my home. You all should come visit me. I'll become close with the neighbors.'"
Particularly, she joked, "My husband and I must live separately. We need separate rooms. This is the area for those who need separate spaces." She then revealed, "Truly, it feels so empty and meaningless; life really seems fleeting. I feel like I'm not even worth as much as a tree."
The production staff asked, "What do you think of death?" To which Lee Seong-mi responded, "It's a meeting with another world. Since death is not the end, those with a religion live anticipating heaven. After all, many believe there's an afterlife. I think it's right to live preparing for another world, isn't it? Death is a meeting with another world. I feel annoyed and wronged that only I will die, but isn't it true that both the rich and the poor, the struggling and the wealthy all go to the same place? Therefore, I think it's important to fully enjoy life while we're alive. There are so many thoughts that life is too short to even live each day fully and joyfully."
She also shared, "I felt this way after having a big fight with my son. After reconciling with him, I realized there's not enough time to love each other. That's the essence of our feelings. Time spent hating and resenting others is less fulfilling than the time spent in love. Death comes to everyone, so if you fear it, I recommend having a religion. Since I embraced a religion, death has become much lighter for me. I don't know if expressing it this way is appropriate, but I want to wait for death to the extent that I look forward to the other world after it, not fearing it. So, I hope you consider adopting a religion as well."
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