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The Courage to be Disliked
The Japanese phenomenon that shows you how to free yourself, change your life and achieve real happiness
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The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga presents an enlightening and thought-provoking dialogue between a philosopher and a young man disillusioned with life. In a series of conversations, the philosopher introduces the principles of Alfred Adler's psychology, advocating for personal empowerment and mental freedom. Through this engaging dialogue, the young man learns to confront the societal constraints and internalised misconceptions that have hindered his pursuit of self-fulfilment and happiness.
This profound and transformative book explores key themes such as the importance of self-acceptance, the liberation that comes from refusing to succumb to the expectations of others, and the power of living authentically. As the conversation unfolds, readers are offered insights into the nature of happiness and the courage required to pursue a meaningful life true to one's values and desires.
Millions around the world have embraced the wisdom shared in The Courage to be Disliked, finding its straightforward yet profound advice instrumental in leading a more fulfilling life. It empowers readers to harness their inner strength, set healthy boundaries, and resist the impulse to be people-pleasers, ultimately guiding them toward genuine and lasting happiness.
Your life is not something that someone gives you, but something you choose yourself, and you are the one who decides how you live. This core message of the book underscores the transformative potential of owning your life choices and embracing the courage needed to change. By adopting this liberating mindset, readers learn to live more authentically and embrace the joy that comes with true self-acceptance.
The Courage to be Disliked is not just a book; it's a manual for anyone seeking to break free from the shackles of conformity and find the strength to live a life that genuinely reflects their true self. Whether you are navigating personal challenges, professional dilemmas, or seeking overall well-being, this book offers timeless wisdom that can inspire profound change.
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The Courage to be Disliked is highly praised for its unique approach to self-help, drawing on Adlerian psychology to challenge conventional thinking. Reviewers appreciate its straightforward dialogue style, which makes complex psychological concepts accessible. However, some mention that the conversational format may not appeal to everyone. Generally, itβs regarded as an insightful and transformative read.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781760630492
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 24 May 2017
Country: Australia
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 208.0mm
Weight: 321g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Ichiro Kishimi was born in Kyoto, where he still lives, in 1956. He has aspired to become a philosopher since his days in high school. Since 1989, while specialising in Classical Western philosophy, with a special focus on Platonic philosophy, he has researched Adlerian psychology; he writes and lectures on the subject, and provides counselling for "youths" in psychiatric clinics as a certified counsellor and consultant for the Japanese Society of Adlerian Psychology. He is the translator, into Japanese, of selected writings by Alfred Adler: Kojin Shinrigaku Kogi (The Science of Living) and Hito wa Naze Shinkeisho ni Naru no ka (Problems of Neurosis), and he is the author of Adora Shinrigaku Nyumon (Introduction to Adlerian Psychology), in addition to numerous other books.
Fumitake Koga, an award-winning professional writer and author, was born in 1973. He has released numerous bestselling works of business-related and general non-fiction. He encountered Adlerian psychology in his late twenties, and was deeply affected by its conventional wisdom-defying ideas. Thereafter, Koga made numerous visits to Ichiro Kishimi in Kyoto, gleaned from him the essence of Adlerian psychology, and took down the notes for the classical "dialogue format" method of Greek philosophy that is used in this book.
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