“Why do we long for the past?” 

This was the initial question that came to my mind at the beginning of my journey. 

The reason we yearn for the past is because it holds memories, youth, and romance. As we grow older, we lose our dreams, connections, and learn to control our emotions. Amidst the adaptation to life, feeling stifled at times, I find myself nostalgic for the past, cherishing those memories and living with them close to my heart. Though my youth may have been rough and reckless, it was beautiful and precious as it was.

Living in the present, we swallow countless emotions, endure, and persevere with each passing moment. For the sake of social conformity, we often engage in actions and words we don't truly desire, sometimes deceiving ourselves. In today's society, more inclined towards competition than comforting one another, I've decided to seek out the Nang-Man I've lost.

Before delving into my thesis, I wanted to understand what Nang-Man truly means. While it translates to "Romance" in English, the word holds more than just love; it encompasses loyalty, the past, passion, sacrifice, and more. Given the ambiguity and varying interpretations of Nang-Man, I've defined it as follows:

Unwavering faith in one's emotions and dreams without being constrained by reality.

Though the word "Nang-Man '' may be interpreted in various ways, the common thread is making choices that stay faithful to one's emotions, even if it's inefficient compared to compromising with reality. For me, Nang-Man ultimately embodies memories that were both romantic and rebellious, faithfully adhering to my emotions.

Therefore, I dedicate my collection to those who long for the romantic past (Nang-Man-tic) despite conforming to reality, but also to those who suffer from the ABSENCE of NANG-MAN.