Quotes from We Are All Trying Here That Remind Us We’re All Doing the Best We Can

In We Are All Trying Here, success doesn’t always look glamorous—and healing doesn’t happen overnight. Centered on Hwang Dong Man (Koo Kyo-hwan), an aspiring filmmaker who feels left behind, and Byeon Eun Ah (Go Youn-jung), a capable producer quietly carrying her own wounds, the K-drama explores envy, insecurity, burnout, and the search for peace in a world that keeps asking for more.

That’s what makes We Are All Trying Here so relatable. Whether you’re figuring life out, feeling behind, or simply trying to make it through the day, these lines remind us that growth is messy, progress is personal, and most of all, we are all trying here.

“How can you tell if the world has ended or not? It comes down to the weather. As long as there are clouds in the sky, wind in the air, and leaves stirring in the breeze, as long as weather exists, the world hasn’t ended.” – Hwang Dong Man (Ep01)

This reminds us that life keeps moving, even when our personal world feels like it’s falling apart. Bad days can feel like the end, but as long as ordinary things still exist—morning skies, fresh air, small moments—there is still hope and another chance to begin again.

“What’s there to life? Nothing! But we can’t just die either, so we need enough strength to get through the day!” – Hwang Dong Man (Ep02)

This quote captures how exhausting life can feel sometimes. But even when things seem meaningless, we keep going by finding just enough strength to make it through one day at a time.

“You can never force your emotions to change. When you feel down, pick up a 500-won coin on the street. Like a small win. That’s what can change your mood. Willpower can’t make that happen.” – Hwang Dong Man (Ep03)

You can’t simply command yourself to feel better when emotions are heavy. Sometimes it’s the small unexpected wins that gently lift your mood.

“Don’t fight the thing that’s giving you a hard time, Euna. It’s like sleep paralysis. If you just ignore it, it’ll pass. Just let it go on its way.” – Hwang Dong Man (Ep04)

Not every problem needs to be fought—at least not right away. Some struggles lose their power when you stop feeding them and allow time to carry them away.

“Doing it alone is exhausting. It’s less exhausting when you have someone telling you whether it’s good or not.” – Byeon Euna (Ep05)

Doing everything on your own can feel overwhelming and draining. Having someone beside you makes the weight easier to carry.

“You know people are fragile, and that a single glance or word can send them to heaven or hell.” – Byeon Euna (Ep06)

People are more sensitive than we often realize, and even small words or gestures can deeply affect them. It’s a reminder to be mindful, because what we say or do can either uplift someone or hurt them in ways we don’t see.

“No one comes into your life by mistake.” (EP07)

This quote reminds us that every person we meet leaves something behind—whether it’s comfort, a lesson, or growth. Even temporary connections can shape who we become in unexpected ways.

“You’re free to hate whoever you want, but don’t ruin something someone poured everything into.” – Ko Hye Jin (Ep08)

This quote reminds us that criticism becomes harmful when it disrespects someone’s hard work and passion. You may not like everything, but there’s still value in recognizing the effort and heart people put into what they create.

“Maybe fear is only in our imagination. When you actually face it, it might not be scary.” – Hwang Dong Man (Ep09)

Sometimes the fear in our minds feels bigger than reality itself. This quote reminds us that facing what scares us can make it feel less overwhelming than we imagined.

“To live lightly. To let go of everything I can, not forming deep attachments to anything and living lightly.” – Hwang Jin Man (Ep10)

This quote reflects the desire to live without being weighed down by expectations, regrets, or emotional burdens. Sometimes peace comes from learning to let go of what drains you and focusing only on what truly matters.