I genuinely hated this drama!
I like the actors. But the story is so bad that makes the characters intolerable, and the drama unwatchable. I will not watch anything from this same writer anymore. I feel like I've wasted so many hours of my life putting up with this nonsense drama that I had to skipped through so many episodes. I am done at episode 22. I really don't care about the ending.Was this review helpful to you?
Entertaining but very frustrating!
So many times I wanted to write a review because I got so frustrated but then I decided not to. Finally I can't help it anymore so here it goes. I like the drama series for its comedy. There are definitely great moments. But the main character, he's 25 years old. He acts like a little kid that is way too slow to act. Instead of asking questions, he just stands there and calls out names. Aside from his ability to see ghosts, there's nothing special about him. Nice? Not really, he doesn't really go out there and help free spirits. He sees them all this life, but yet, at times he's totally fine, and at times he's all afraid. The consistency of characterizations in this drama series is just terrible. The most frustrating part of this series is during situations when someone is hurt. They all just standing around and calling for the ambulance takes quite a bit of time. The emotion that goes into seeing someone passing out or injured feels as though not there.Situations and storyline are just very inconsistent and frankly not many things make sense. The main story is not bad but everything else that supports it is not really there unfortunately. As mentioned above, it's a relaxing and entertaining series to watch but if we were to pay attention to the details and the conversations as well as characterizations, we will get very frustrated. Just a few personal opinion. Enjoy the show!
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Interesting story, relatable, not at all the right drama for me!
The Early Spring has a very good rating on here, with many people praising the drama, its characters, and its story. I’m finishing episode 20, and I’ve decided to drop it.I probably would have stayed until the end just to see how much Flora would flourish and grow, but the writers’ decision to remove Yuan Zhu from the group was the last straw for me. From the very beginning, I loved the relationships that developed between these roommates. I especially enjoyed Yuan Zhu and Sun Yu and found myself genuinely rooting for them as supporting characters. I understand that not every character can remain until the end, but the way Yuan Zhu was removed felt unnecessary and disappointing. It completely changed something I had really enjoyed about the drama.
There are, however, characters I absolutely love. Lu Mi and Tracy are my two favorite characters in the entire show. Lu Mi is beautiful, kind-hearted, capable, straightforward, intelligent, tough, and, most importantly, a great friend. Tracy is elegant and kind, and I simply love her aura and sense of style. Whenever they are on screen, I find myself much more interested in their stories and personalities.
As for the leads, I do appreciate that this story isn’t a fairy tale where Cinderella finds the perfect man and the perfect relationship. I’ve seen many comments praising how beautiful the love story between the leads is, and while I neither agree nor disagree, I have to admit that I’ve gradually found myself drifting away from them.
The awkward silences during their car rides and the constant back-and-forth between them brought me back to some of my own experiences, memories I honestly wasn’t looking to revisit through a drama. More importantly, I find their relationship quite toxic.
If this had been a temporary infatuation situation between a mature, successful, good-looking boss and a newly graduated, inexperienced employee, I could perhaps understand some of their dynamics. But they were together for six years. Six years is a long time. At that point, I have a much harder time accepting the idea that their communication problems are simply the result of youth, inexperience, or not knowing how to express their feelings. Especially when they have broken off and gotten back together quite a few times. Then there was that time when Flora mentioned about one of the thing on her list is to be married with someone she loves, Luke said he could not give her that without even a consideration after all that years being together. Personally as a woman I would not invest 6 years of my youth with a guy if he doesn't want to get married. What is worst about this situation is Luke doesn't even want to introduce Flora to his parents after all these years being together, let alone marriage.
To be honest, if I were Flora, I would never choose to be with a man like Luke.
I do believe Luke cares about Flora, and I don’t think he is necessarily a bad person. He clearly has feelings for her and often shows that he cares in his own way. But being a good person and loving someone does not automatically make the way you treat that person healthy.
There are many moments when Luke talks down to Flora in a way that, to me, crosses into verbal abuse. I’ve seen comments saying that Luke is simply “telling Flora the truth.” But I always wonder: would we be so quick to call it “the truth” if we were the ones on the receiving end of those words?
What bothers me most is how often Flora seems nervous around him, constantly watching his reactions and looking for his approval. She seems to second-guess herself and worry about whether she is saying or doing the “right” thing in his eyes. That dynamic is difficult for me to watch.
I also find Luke manipulative at times, particularly when he asks Flora to repeat something she has said, seemingly waiting for her to correct herself and give him the answer he wants to hear. That is not healthy communication to me. It creates a power imbalance where one person becomes afraid to express what they genuinely think or feel. There are many comments criticizing Flora for keeping everything in and not telling, or confront Luke. I sure wouldn't if I think I will be corrected.
Metaphorically, Luke feels like a wolf and Flora like a deer. There are moments when the way he looks at her and interacts with her feels predatory to me, not necessarily in a literal sense, but in the sense that there is such a significant imbalance in power and confidence between them. He can be controlling, demanding, manipulative, and extremely harsh with his words.
I honestly cannot imagine how exhausting it would be to be in a relationship like that, regardless of how deeply the other person may love you.
And this is something I feel strongly about: there is a difference between telling someone the truth and intentionally hurting someone with the truth. You can be honest without belittling another person. You can disagree without making them feel small. You can communicate your frustrations without constantly making your partner question their own worth.
Ladies, please remember that someone saying “I love you” does not automatically make the relationship healthy. If someone treats you like you are beneath them, does not respect you as an equal, constantly puts you down, or makes you afraid to speak your mind, that is not a healthy expression of love.
There are many ways to love, and some ways are healthy while others are not. Unhealthy love can be incredibly draining. It can slowly wear you down, affect your confidence, and make you question yourself. That is why I’m actually happy to see Flora beginning to recognize her own worth and learning to love herself more. That growth is one of the things that kept me watching this long.
As for the constant lack of communication, that is something we see in practically every drama. Miscommunication becomes the starting point for misunderstandings, conflicts, and endless mishaps. And honestly, it happens in real life too. We all fail to communicate properly sometimes.
The flaws we see in these characters are also flaws we encounter in countless dramas and stories. For that reason, I don’t necessarily think these elements deserve special praise simply because they are portrayed here. To me, they are fairly common storytelling devices.
At this point, though, I’ve realized that I simply don’t care enough about the leads anymore to continue watching their journey. I understand why The Early Spring resonates with so many people, and I can certainly appreciate that others see something beautiful in this story that I don’t.
For me, however, the emotional connection just isn’t there anymore.
I stayed because I wanted to see Flora grow, find herself, and flourish. I stayed because I loved the friendships and the roommate dynamic. I stayed because I genuinely cared about characters like Yuan Zhu, Sun Yu, Lu Mi, and Tracy.
But removing Yuan Zhu was the point where I finally said, “That’s enough.”
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The writing of this drama is one of the worst.
I like the casts. Story is terrible and I have to agreed with many of the reviews here that it is extremely lazy story writing. The first couple of episodes I was quite entertained and so decided to watch on. The more I watched the more I became upset by how the 1 criminal made every character in this drama look like fools. I especially dislike the old man character (a high power angel) who actually seemed and acted more like a devil. I would have enjoyed this drama much more if it was more of fantasy comedy or fantasy romantic where you just feel good watching. I don't want to spoil this for everyone as we all have our own tastes so I am sure others will enjoy this. This is just my own personal opinion, and after all, it's my review. I loved all the casts and hated all the characters.Was this review helpful to you?
Like it a lot. Definitely will watch season 2.
I thoroughly enjoyed this drama. What makes this drama so satisfying is its central message that every action has consequences and, sooner or later, karma finds its way back to those who deserve it. Watching justice unfold, whether through redemption or retribution, gives each story a rewarding emotional payoff that keeps you invested.The drama starts exceptionally strong with its first story arc, which is easily the most impactful and emotionally gripping. The writing is sharp, the conflicts feel personal, and the lessons delivered leave a lasting impression. It sets a very high standard that immediately hooks the audience.
As the series progresses, the pacing slows somewhat with the later stories. They aren't quite as intense or memorable as the opening arc, and some episodes take more time to build their themes. While this slight dip in momentum is noticeable, it never takes away from the overall enjoyment of the series. The stories still carry meaningful messages and continue exploring the idea that people eventually face the consequences of their choices.
What I appreciate most is that the show doesn't rely solely on dramatic actions, twists. Instead, it focuses on human nature, personal growth, accountability, and the quiet satisfaction of seeing balance restored and yeah, those flying and slapping scenes are perfection. There's something deeply gratifying about watching characters learn difficult lessons and seeing justice served especially with those who feel entitled as if everyone in this world owes them something.
Overall, Teach You a Lesson (2026) is a satisfying watch from beginning to end. Although the latter half doesn't quite match the incredible strength of its opening story, the drama remains engaging, thoughtful, and emotionally rewarding. If you enjoy anthology-style stories centered on morality, consequences, this series is definitely worth watching.
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