- Made me feel good about finally having an interest (or hobby if you'd consider it as that) that I can talk about with others
- Gave me a subculture to feel like a part of (just like goths, emos, punks, etc.)
- Made me more open-minded to different styles of music, especially since K-pop often incorporates various genres
- Helped me understand why dancing is so appealing
- Improved my fashion/style
- Helped me become a better person, as many idols are so genuinely kind
- Motivated me to work harder and find my direction in life
K-pop can benefit us greatly if we let it. It's just that the toxicity coming from fans, not K-pop itself, can sometimes ruin things for us.