Growing hostility among Koreans
This is probably a concern everywhere, but does any feel this tension or hostility in the atmosphere, almost to the point of being overwhelming or suffocating (답답한 분위기).
Like, everywhere I go and anything I do, it feels like the person next to me wants to punch someone in the face (and I don't want to get punched lol). Going to the store and people just run into me or cough in my face. Going for a run and people always expect me to get out the way. People litterally pushing me out (young and old) because I don't get out of there way, even when I'm standing still. Using public services and people cut the line like I don't exist or stand 2cm away from me.
I've been in Korea for a few years and lived in different city and every year feels more intense than the last.
I'm a foreigner, have a few Korean friends, and can speak at a conversation level, but still don't feel comfortable here.
If you're enjoying your time, then great! But, I guess my point it, it feels like most people are on edge and it doesn't feel sustainable.