DESCRIPTION
The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga
is the internationally bestselling introduction to Adlerian psychology that has sold millions of copies across Asia and become a worldwide phenomenon. Structured as a five-night dialogue between a philosopher and a troubled young man, the book unpacks Alfred Adler's theories on freedom, self-acceptance, and interpersonal relationships in plain, conversational language. Kishimi and Koga argue that lasting happiness comes from releasing the grip of past experiences and other people's expectations, offering readers a practical path toward self-forgiveness and genuine change. Published by Simon & Schuster, this edition has made Adlerian psychology accessible to a whole new generation of readers seeking real, actionable happiness.
Key Topics Included:
● The Philosopher and Youth Dialogue: The book's signature Socratic conversation format that makes complex psychology easy to follow.
● Freedom From Others' Expectations: How letting go of the need for approval leads to genuine self-acceptance.
● Separation of Tasks: Adler's concept of distinguishing your own responsibilities from those of others to reduce interpersonal conflict.
● Choosing Your Own Happiness: Why happiness is a decision within your control rather than a result of circumstances or the past.
● Publisher: Simon & Schuster
● Edition: Latest
● Binding: Paperback
● Pages: 288
● Price: 1500 PKR
● ISBN: 9781501197277