Books The Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness  by Ichiro Kishimi (Author)

The book "The Courage to Be Disliked" by Ichiro Kishimi explores how to change your life and achieve true happiness through the philosophy of Alfred Adler. Presented as a dialogue between a young man and a wise philosopher, the book challenges common beliefs about happiness, success, and interpersonal relationships.

Key ideas include:

You are not defined by your past; rather, your interpretation of past experiences shapes your present and future.

Happiness is a choice available now, not dependent on external circumstances or approval from others.

Letting go of the desire to be liked and accepted frees you to live authentically.

All problems are interpersonal relationship problems; therefore, self-acceptance and accepting others as they are are essential.

The "Separation of Tasks" concept explains focusing on what is within your control and letting go of what belongs to others to reduce conflict and anxiety.

True freedom means having the courage to be disliked, which enables living honestly, contributing to others, and finding belonging in community on your own terms.