On a recent episode of Channel A’s “Dr. Oh’s Golden Clinic” aired on May 30th, actress Goo Hye-sun was featured as a special guest.
Goo Hye-sun disclosed that she had resumed her education following an eight-year hiatus, dedicating four years to her studies. Co-star Lee Yun-ji remarked on Goo’s outstanding achievement of graduating as valedictorian with a 4.27 GPA out of 4.5, roughly translating to a 97.7%.
The conversation turned to challenges when Goo Hye-sun recounted the poignant memory of the day of her final presentation exam. “That morning, my dog Potato passed away,” she shared. Despite the sudden cardiac arrest of her beloved dog, she continued, “I was in such shock that the reality didn’t immediately hit me, and I managed to proceed with my presentation and exam.” She reflected on her sorrow, expressing disbelief and immense sadness at the loss.
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Dr. Oh Eun-young spoke on “Petros syndrome,” a term denoting the deep grief experienced from parting with a pet, acknowledging the void akin to losing a family member.
Goo Hye-sun bravely revealed that she faced the loss of five dogs over her four years of study. “It’s immensely saddening, but I often refrain from showing my emotions, which might make me appear indifferent,” she explained. Acknowledging that mourning her pets meant missing school, she forced herself to continue her education despite her grief.
Confronted with the devastating feeling of loss, Goo admitted, “The gravity of the situation didn’t sink in due to the lack of time and the surreal nature of it.” After accomplishing her graduation goal, she felt the absence of her dog keenly, choosing to cope by revisiting past experiences and cherishing memories with her pets.
Goo Hye-sun also touched on her reluctance to discuss her dog’s death, stating until recently she had wanted to hide the sorrow, “fearful that I might be consumed by it and unable to recover.” She concluded with a poignant reflection on family, “No words can truly capture what it means.”
Frequently Asked Questions
On which show did Goo Hye-sun speak about her pets?
She spoke about her pets on the Channel A show “Dr. Oh’s Golden Clinic.”
How did Goo Hye-sun perform academically?
Goo Hye-sun graduated as valedictorian with a GPA of 4.27 out of 4.5, which is an approximate percentage of 97.7%.
What was the significant personal challenge Goo Hye-sun faced on her final exam day?
On the day of her final presentation exam, Goo Hye-sun’s dog Potato passed away due to cardiac arrest.
How many dogs did Goo Hye-sun lose during her four years of study?
During her four years of study, Goo Hye-sun lost five dogs.
What is Petros syndrome?
Petros syndrome refers to the profound sadness and sense of emptiness experienced after losing a pet, akin to the loss of a family member.