Core Message - Authenticity and embracing differences are not barriers but bridges to connection and belonging [1][6][7] - The world needs individual quirks and imperfections to build connections [7] - Personal differences can be both obstacles and opportunities [7] Story of Chunyang - Chunyang, a fictional character from a Korean tale, faced rejection and social isolation due to her low social class [4][10][11] - Despite her circumstances, Chunyang defied societal expectations and demonstrated dignity and respect [15] - Chunyang's story has become a social movement, building bridges across space, time, class, and gender [15][16] Personal Experience - The speaker's experience as a foreigner studying Korean music in Korea was not always easy, facing feelings of being an outsider [8][9] - Collaboration between Korean and foreign perspectives can bring fresh insights and broader understanding [17][18] - The speaker was accepted by the Korean academic and music world for their unique perspective [18]