The Courage To Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How To Change Your Life And Achieve Real Happiness - Ichiro Kishimi And Fumitake Koga  

"The Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness" by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga is a dialogue-driven self-help book that introduces the psychology of Alfred Adler to a modern audience. The book presents a conversation between a philosopher and a young man, exploring Adlerian psychology's core concepts. It challenges traditional notions of trauma, self-acceptance, and interpersonal relationships. Kishimi and Koga argue that individuals are not determined by their past experiences, but rather by their present goals and choices. They introduce the concept of "separation of tasks," which involves distinguishing between what one can control and what one cannot. The book also discusses the importance of contributing to the community and finding a sense of belonging. "The Courage to Be Disliked" aims to empower readers to break free from self-imposed limitations and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.