The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi

Framed as a dialogue between a philosopher and a questioning young man, The Courage to Be Disliked unpacks a radical idea: that your life is not determined by your past, but by the choices you make today. Drawing on the work of Alfred Adler, it challenges common assumptions about happiness, relationships, and self-worth in a way that feels both direct and quietly transformative.

Clear, accessible, and thought-provoking, this international bestseller has resonated with millions of readers seeking a different way to think about confidence and personal freedom. It’s particularly suited to readers interested in psychology, self-reflection, and practical philosophy that can be applied to everyday life.

Highlights:

• Format: Paperback
• Publisher & Publication Date: Allen & Unwin, 2018
• Genre & Tone: Psychology, self-development, conversational and reflective
• Page Count: 288
• ISBN: 9781760630492

For fans of: Mark Manson, Brianna Wiest, Alain de Botton, Japanese philosophy, practical psychology