Divorce Reflection Camp: Refresh
Overview
'Divorce Reflection Camp: Refresh' is a reality program aired on the comprehensive channel TV CHOSUN in South Korea. It follows couples on the verge of divorce as they stay together at a camp for a set period, analyzing conflicts and redefining their relationships with the help of experts. Since its first broadcast in August 2023, it has garnered attention for its unique format centered on the pre-divorce reflection period and its sincere emotional expressions, earning empathy from viewers. The program goes beyond mere entertainment, providing an opportunity to raise awareness about marital relationships and divorce in modern society.
Main Content
Program Format
'Divorce Reflection Camp: Refresh' features 4 to 5 couples participating in a 3-night, 4-day camp. Each couple undergoes individual and group counseling, mission completion, and conversation sessions under the guidance of a mentor team comprising professional counselors, psychologists, and legal experts. The core of the camp is for couples to understand each other's perspectives and reconsider their divorce decisions or explore new relationships. The program respects participants' voluntary choices and does not force reconciliation.
Main Cast and Experts
- Hosts: Comedian Kim Yong-man and broadcaster Han Hye-jin serve as MCs, providing gentle hosting and empathy.
- Expert Panel: Psychologist Kim Jeong-woon, family law attorney Lee Eun-ui, and marriage counseling specialist Choi Gwang-hyun appear to offer objective advice and analysis.
Episode Structure
Each episode focuses on a specific couple's story and is structured in the following stages:
1. Introduction: Introduction of the couple's conflict background and current situation.
2. Camp Activities: Activities utilizing various psychological therapy techniques such as conversations, role-playing, and emotional diary writing.
3. Midpoint Check: Expert feedback and the couple's process of change.
4. Decision: Revealing the final decision made by each couple after the camp (proceeding with divorce, separation, reconciliation, etc.).
Social Impact
The program has contributed to raising public awareness of the importance of the divorce reflection period. Following the broadcast, the use of divorce counseling services increased, and interest in resolving marital conflicts grew. Additionally, the participants' candid portrayals were praised for providing comfort and courage to viewers.
Latest Trends
As of 2024, 'Divorce Reflection Camp: Refresh' is preparing for a second season, planning to recruit couples from more diverse age groups and backgrounds. In 2025, it aims to offer expanded content (e.g., online counseling sessions, podcasts) through collaboration with digital platforms. Furthermore, the program's success has led to similar format entertainment programs being planned by other broadcasters. Recently, a spin-off program focusing on co-parenting after divorce is also under discussion.
Related Topics
- [[Divorce Reflection Period]]
- [[Reality Program]]
- [[Marriage Counseling]]