The Courage to Be Disliked – Book Review

The Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life, and Achieve Real Happiness is a transformative book written by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. It is based on the principles of the Alfred Adler School of Psychology, which emphasizes that we have the power to choose how we respond to our experiences and that we are capable of creating our own happiness.

The book takes the form of a dialogue between a philosopher and a young guy who is struggling through life and wants some advice from the philosopher. The philosopher encourages the young man to think for himself and own up to his decisions. This conversation serves as an introduction to Adlerian principles such as social interest, self-acceptance, and the necessity of overcoming an inferiority complex.

One of the most thought-provoking lines in the book is, “All problems are interpersonal relationship problems.” This statement shows how important it is to know how our relationships with other people affect our lives. The authors want their readers to stop blaming other people and things and instead take responsibility for their own actions and reactions.

The idea that our past doesn’t make us who we are is another strong idea in the book. We are free to choose our own futures and makeup tales of our own. The authors say that we shouldn’t let our pasts limit the opportunities we have or direct us on what to do in the future.

Overall, The Courage to Be Disliked is an inspiring and thought-provoking book that encourages readers to take charge of their lives and look for their own happiness. The Adlerian principles in the book can be understood and used by a wide range of people, no matter where they come from or what they have done.

I recommend this book to anyone who wants to grow as a person and learn more about themselves and how they relate to others. It is a helpful book for anyone who wants to find the courage to live their lives honestly and go after their dreams.