Mom is a human too, a human

"Mom is a human too, a human" originates from the January 26, 2015 episode of the EBS program "Changed," titled "Years of Mother's Tears." This episode depicted the conflict between a mother and her son, who, after graduating high school, failed to secure a full-time job and spent his time on part-time work and gaming. The mother, frustrated by her son breaking his promise to work as a night guard for a month but quitting after only three days, expressed her disappointment and anger by shouting, "Mom is a human too, a human! This time, I trusted you!"

After the broadcast, this scene gained popularity on online communities and social media, spreading as a parody in the format of "XX is YY too! YY!" Variations like "Mom is a Terran too, a Terran!" and "Mom is a Human too, a Human!" appeared, becoming a humorous catchphrase. The phrase's ambiguity as a direct insult made it perfect for playful teasing.

Later, updates on the lives of the mother and son featured in the episode brought renewed attention to the meme. The mother, who works in a restaurant, authored a book titled "The Miracle of the Diary," while the son continues his life as a public worker. News of their progress reignited interest in the phrase.