Jin I Soo’s (Ahn Bo Hyun) memories of his mother’s death during his childhood resurface in Flex X Cop episodes 9 and 10. Jin I Soo deliberately underwent hypnotherapy to forget the traumatic incident of his mother’s death. The family also claimed that his mother died in an accident, rather than ending her life due to depression.
Of course, this memory dealt a blow to Jin I Soo’s mental state now. A certain amount of anger and disappointment was expressed toward the father who chose this path. Despite being down for a while, Jin I Soo decided to get up and face his trauma. Let’s delve into the following tips from Jin I Soo.
1. Stop blaming others and situations
Jin I Soo confronted his father regarding the decision to undergo hypnotherapy. It appeared to be the only option available to save Jin I Soo, leaving his father with no choice.
Moreover, Jin I Soo’s condition showed no significant improvements. He stopped speaking, experienced difficulty eating and sleeping, essentially living like a doll after his mother’s death.
Despite harboring significant anger and disappointment, Jin I Soo accepted and validated these feelings. He began to understand his father’s circumstances at that time, refraining from blaming circumstances and situations.
2. Calm yourself by avoiding rash actions
Jin I Soo took time away from the house where his mother died and stayed in a hotel for a while. He ceased his activities to calm himself.
Clearing one’s mind is essential to prevent the situation from worsening, as impulsive actions may arise. For the safety of oneself and those around, withdrawing from the environment becomes necessary, as exemplified by Jin I Soo.
3. Stay engaged in daily activities
Despite facing turmoil, Jin I Soo continued to maintain relationships with those around him. He received support from his visiting half-brother and a personal assistant who acted like family, providing him with strength.
Moreover, Jin I Soo found solace in his job as a police officer, which served as a distraction from negative thoughts. His colleagues also offered unwavering support.
4. Stop running away, face it gradually
After receiving affirmation from Lee Gang Hyun (Park Ji Hyun), Jin I Soo found the courage to return to his house. He realized it was time to confront the source of his pain, no longer wanting to avoid it.
Healing from trauma takes time and understanding oneself makes the process easier. Jin I Soo’s journey exemplifies this approach, demonstrating how he tackled his own trauma gradually.