After Khaopod Samitinun one of the victims invited to invest by Nana Raibina, which became a widely discussed issue,
Recently, Khaopod shared her heartfelt story during a difficult period that changed her life and family due to trusting and believing deeply in a close friend, speaking on the Sisterhood podcast hosted by Nat Thanawalai Watcharaphon on Mirror Thailand's YouTube channel. Thairath Entertainment has summarized her story for listeners.
- Speaking today, Khaopod said this is meant as a life lesson.
- Her mental state has improved greatly now, though it was very bad at first; every day gets better, thanks to encouragement, but also self-acceptance.
- Khaopod admitted she suffers from a fear of unhappiness and believes life is short, so she refuses to let herself dwell in sadness or worry, knowing it would only worsen things.
- She chose to care for herself by reading the Bible, praying to God, seeing a psychiatrist, and spending time with friends and family, which brightens each day.
- Still, there are days she feels down when reading news from both sides, which affects her emotionally.
- Some might see Khaopod living luxuriously, chatting with friends, but she does this because she cannot afford to fall deeper into despair, crying live about how bad life is; instead, she chooses to find joy when with friends.
- Khaopod understands that others may think negatively of her on social media; some enjoy gossip, some pity the other party, saying 'don't step over someone who's down,' even though those people themselves are the ones down.
- "We were living well, walking fine, then were cheated and betrayed, as if kicked down, and we are the ones who fell. Yet society sees us as villains, though we are the real victims," she said.
- The other side may have truly fallen, and if so, it is their own doing; one must distinguish that clearly.
- Khaopod admits such news also disturbs her mentally; it’s unfair that people see them this way when they are victims with no money left and troubled minds.
- Though saddened by the other side's misfortunes, Khaopod wonders how all ended up here, feeling depressed, sad, and regretful.
- She accepts this as a lesson but questions why it had to be so harsh and cruel; if one’s mind isn’t strong, it could cause depression, but she refuses to be a double victim.
- Khaopod cannot accept the negative comments and disapproval she faces, questioning why she must suffer repeatedly without sympathy.
- However, she reflects that even Jesus, the greatest figure, had both lovers and haters.
- Most people she meets daily offer encouragement and understanding, but some on social media, who may never meet her in person, leave unkind comments—these people perhaps don’t really know her and have the right to their opinions.
- She asks them to consider that if one day they were betrayed by someone they loved and trusted, could they still say kind things? No one would be okay with that, but those who speak or think this way haven’t been hurt themselves, which she understands; we cannot change others.
- This incident is the biggest in her life; it deeply wounded her heart and affected not just two families but more broadly.
- Khaopod admits she may seem strong, loud, and blunt, even like a villain, but inside she’s sensitive, kind-hearted, generous, and sincere with those she loves, giving more than 100%.
- She has no walls initially; walls come later. She believes what people say, wondering why they would lie. Friends often tease her for being idealistic.
- Since this happened, friends ask if she has learned from it. Though she has learned, she remains optimistic and believes in people; the event made her think more but did not change who she is.
- After the incident, more people have reached out, both old friends and new, but she declines many invitations.
- The event served as a way to filter friends; some check on her wellbeing, send gifts or messages, showing who truly loves her for who she really is.
- She shared that the friend who hurt her emotionally seemed very kind, even saintly, yet someone perceived as saintly could still harm her so deeply. She couldn’t see through that clearly; one must experience it themselves, but she hopes no one else has to.
- After the event, Khaopod spent several days talking with her children, who missed their close friend. Their family was like friends with each other. The children asked when they would see and talk to their friend again. She had to explain the situation was difficult. Her children cried almost daily at first.
- Sometimes her children wanted to talk with their friend, but she explained she also needed support. The children understood because they saw their parents crying and arguing after this, and their home felt shattered.
- Khaopod’s husband had warned her not to be careless, but she was greedy and careless. Although the money was hers, it was family money, which deeply saddened her husband. After everything settled, they prayed together every night, though they had endured harsh trials to get here.
- Now, Khaopod’s family is stronger; hardships and challenges have forged them into stronger people.
- Khaopod did not come from a wealthy family; her parents were civil servants. She studied abroad only one year, then worked as a restaurant server from age 15 until graduation. Despite hard work, she doesn’t see her life as bad but as strong; she rarely faced disappointment.
- She chooses not to let one person or group make her sad because many others love her. Therefore, she values those who truly love her.
- After this event, Khaopod’s view of happiness changed; she reflects on what she learned and what true happiness really is.
- Previously, she loved to travel a lot, but after this, she realized happiness does not come from luxury travel or lifestyle.
- She now thinks true happiness isn’t about international trips, designer bags, or expensive meals, but sometimes just being with family—parents and children—cooking and sharing simple joy.
- Khaopod believes God wants to teach her real, simple happiness. A few months’ events changed her mindset.
- She now sees clearly that true happiness without money is much greater.
- She feels as if she has cut away the bad parts, sees the world more positively, and hopes the remaining friends are genuine and will stay true until the end.
- Asked if she forgives those involved, she admits she cannot lie; she has not forgiven them yet because it’s very difficult. Still, she cares about their mental health after seeing the news, worries about their children, and knows she feels this way—implying theirs must be worse. She knows the day to forgive will come; time and circumstances will help.
- Forgiveness is not for them but for herself, because not forgiving is like cancer eating her heart, preventing happiness.
- If she could turn back time, she would still be friends with them but would not invest, to avoid losing both friend and money.
- Watch the full Sisterhood episode here.
