“Street Woman Fighter” Contestant Struggles With PTSD After Filming The Show

Dancer and choreographer Honey J recently opened up about the emotional toll that Street Woman Fighter took on her, revealing that she developed trauma after filming the popular survival dance show.

In a new episode of Salon Drip 2 uploaded to the TEO YouTube channel on June 3, Honey J appeared alongside fellow dancers Lip J and Leejung. Host Jang Do Yeon asked the trio why they returned to compete in Street Woman Fighter: World Championship despite already experiencing the intense environment of the original series.

Honey J responded honestly, saying she doubted her decision to return.

I think I’ve romanticized the memory. Every time we film, I find myself asking, ‘Why did I agree to do this again?’ As soon as we started the first shoot, I immediately remembered, ‘Ah, right… this is how it was.’

— Honey J

She also brought up how watching the show again wasn’t something she or the others often did. Turning to Lip J and Leejung, she asked, “Do you ever rewatch Street Woman Fighter?” When Lip J immediately said no, Jang Do Yeon expressed surprise and asked why.

It’s because of the trauma. There’s a specific sound they use when they reveal missions. That sound gives me PTSD.

— Honey J

Despite the difficult memories, Honey J also said that the time away from the show after it finished had helped her heal and see things from a different perspective.

As time passed, a lot of the painful parts faded. I’ve come to feel more gratitude, and I think that’s why only the good memories remain.

— Honey J

Her answer also explains why she made the decision to compete again in the “World” edition of the show. With only good memories remaining, it’s understandable that Honey J felt safe enough to return to the ruthless competition and environment.