5 Healing Moments From Heartwarming K-Drama "Mental Coach Jegal"

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"Mental Coach Jegal" is a currently airing K-Drama and stars Jung Woo, Lee YouMi, Kwon Yul, and Park SeYoung. The tvN drama follows Je GalGil (played by Jung Woo), a former Taekwondo national team member, as he aids other athletes as a mental coach. He meets short-track speed skater Cha GaEul (played by Lee YouMi), a former gold medalist currently going through a slump. Together they tackle numerous hardships and overcome various struggles.

The story very much has elements centered on the world of sports, the athletes involved, and the competitive drive to be the best. But it also highlights the struggles that come with being at the top and the importance of mental health. In many ways, competition is placed in the background as the tvN K-Drama spotlights the characters' healing journey.

Throughout the drama, there are many moments that tug on your heartstrings, providing hope for healing and a better tomorrow. So let's take a look at some of these touching moments from "Mental Coach Jegal".

Warning: this article contains spoilers.

 

1. Cha GaEul Acknowledges Her Fear

With tears in her eyes, Cha GaEul admits that she is afraid of failure and the potential long-lasting damage to h