<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">One of the book's main ideas is that wanting other people's approval can be a major cause of unhappiness. Being true to yourself means being accessible, even if other people don't like it. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">It takes bravery to do this, but it leads to a more satisfying life where you are true to yourself instead of living to please other people.</li></ul>

3. The Courage to Be Disliked

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The book tells people to enjoy the present moment and not worry too much about the past or the future. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">Focusing on the present lets us enjoy life more and be happy in the here and now instead of always trying to reach a far-away goal.</li></ul>

4. Living in the Present

"True freedom is the courage to be disliked."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The book highlights that our past doesn't have to hold us back. Adlerian psychology talked about in the book, says that we can make our way no matter what happened in the past. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">This differs from Freudian psychology, which often examines the past to explain present behaviour. People who see things this way are more likely to take responsibility for their actions and realize they can change their lives at any time.</li></ul>

1. The past doesn't make you who you are

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The idea of making other people happy is emphasised as a way to find personal fulfilment. The philosopher says that doing things that help other people makes you happy, not doing things that are only about yourself. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">This change from focusing on yourself to focusing on others is seen as the key to long-lasting happiness.</li></ul>

5. Making a difference in the world

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The Courage to Be Disliked is a transformative dialogue between a philosopher and a young man seeking answers about life, happiness, and personal fulfilment.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">The book is deeply rooted in the principles of Alfred Adler's psychology, offering a refreshing perspective on how to live a life free from the burdens of past experiences and societal expectations.</li></ul>

Finding Happiness and Freedom: A Life-Changing Conversation

"You are not a product of your past, but a choice in your present."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">According to Adler, many of our troubles come from problems with others. How we treat and deal with others can make us feel bad about ourselves, lower our self-esteem, and cause anxiety.</li><li class="ql-align-justify"> The book says that we can get through these problems if we work on our relationships and put more emphasis on society and giving back.</li></ul>

2. All problems come from relationships with other people

"Happiness is not something given to you by others; it is something you create for yourself."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The Courage to Be Disliked goes against what most people think: You can only be truly happy if you accept yourself, live in the moment, and have the courage to be disliked. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">It gives readers a strong framework for personal growth and encourages them to take charge of their lives and focus on what really matters: being themselves and making a difference in the world.</li></ul>

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A single book can change your life. Already an enormous bestseller in Asia, with more than 3 million copies sold, The Courage to be Disliked demonstrates how to unlock the power within yourself to be the person you truly want to be. Using the theories of Alfred Adler, one of the three giants of 19th century psychology alongside Freud and Jung, it follows an illuminating conversation between a philosopher and a young man. The philosopher explains to his pupil how each of us is able to determine our own lives, free of the shackles of past experiences, doubts and the expectations of others. It's a way of thinking that's deeply liberating, allowing us to develop the courage to change, and to ignore the limitations that we and those around us can place on ourselves. The result is a book that is both highly accessible and profound in its importance. Millions have already read and benefited from its wisdom. Now that The Courage to be Disliked has been published for the first time in English, so can you

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Ichiro KISHIMI Philosopher, Adlerian psychologist and translator of English and German languages. Born in 1956.M.A.in philosophy from Kyoto University. Director of the Japanese Society of Adlerian psychology. Former counselor at Maeda Clinic in Kyoto and has taught philosophy and ancient Greek at various institutions such as Kyoto University of Education and Nara Women's University. He presently teaches educational psychology and clinical psychology at Meiji School of Oriental Medicine in Suita, Osaka. Kishimi now has his own private counseling office in Kameoka, Kyoto, and devotes his time to giving lectures on Adlerian Psychology and child education.

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Fumitake Koga is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Fumitake Koga has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Fumitake Koga's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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