Psychology is now a subject taught even in high school. Although it is not a mandatory subject like Korean, English, or Mathematics, it is designated as an "elective" course that only students who wish to take can enroll. This is evidence that the necessity of psychology is becoming increasingly important. Furthermore, in recent years, a craze for various personality tests, including the MBTI, has swept through Korea, leading to a rising desire to understand oneself. Even setting aside these trends, psychology is actually a highly useful discipline for real life. Just as the saying goes, "Know your enemy and know yourself, and you will not be defeated in a hundred battles," if you know yourself and your opponent, you will not be in danger even after fighting a hundred times. To those of us who suffer because we do not know ourselves or others, psychology will serve as a useful guide for life.

Kim Kyung-il, a psychology professor at Ajou University and undeniably the nation's top psychology lecturer, has stepped forward as a "Psychology Teacher." As a cognitive psychologist dedicated to popularizing psychology through numerous broadcasts, books, and lectures, he has come to present a carefully selected set of ‘10 Useful Psychological Facts We Must Know.’ The lecture is divided into four parts: ‘Getting to Know Myself / Becoming a Better Self / Getting Along with Others / Living in Society.’ From anxiety and depression, which have become chronic ailments of modern people, to the psychology of success and likeability, and even to collective psychology for understanding Korean society, we encounter the wisdom of psychology that will alleviate the suffering in our lives.

▷ Lecture 1: Do I Know My Personality? (00:00)

Is the saying “people don’t change” really true? According to Professor Kim Kyung-il, there are things that “change” and things that “do not change.” To understand this, one must distinguish the difference between “personality” and “character.” Then, how can we know our own “personality”? While the MBTI is currently trending, Professor Kim Kyung-il recommends other personality tests as a more accurate method. We will explore ways to identify your personality and leverage your strengths through the "6 factors" that determine personality.

▷ Lecture 2: Is There a Way Out for Anxiety and Depression? (27:31)

"Anxiety" and "depression" are mental illnesses suffered by many modern people. Although they may seem similar, they are distinctly different. Professor Kim Kyung-il describes anxiety as "stormy seas" and depression as "drought." While both are emotions that torment us, they actually have advantages. Furthermore, there are ways out. We will explore useful methods introduced by Professor Kim Kyung-il on how to help someone around you who is depressed and how to resolve your own anxiety. ▷ Lecture 3: How to Overcome Stress and Loneliness (56:36)

Psychologists say, “Our lives begin with stress and end with loneliness.” The cause of stress and loneliness is “people.” Many people drink alcohol and meet more people to relieve stress and loneliness. However, this can actually lead to adverse effects. Instead, Professor Kim Kyung-il recommends living a “life where you can admire yourself.” In addition, he introduces small but sure tips, such as “how to relieve stress when you don’t have time.”

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📺Broadcast Information

📌Program Name: My Second Textbook 2 - Psychology Lectures 1–3

📌Broadcast Dates: August 13–18, 2025