The Courage To Be Disliked: How to free yourself, change your life and achieve real happiness

The Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga is a life-changing self-help book rooted in the ideas of Alfred Adler, a pioneering psychologist who believed that anyone can be happy—regardless of past trauma or circumstance. Told through a powerful and engaging dialogue between a philosopher and a skeptical young man, the book challenges everything you thought you knew about happiness, success, and self-worth.

At its heart, this must-read philosophy book teaches that you don’t need to be defined by your past, please everyone, or compete for approval. Instead, it offers the tools to take responsibility for your choices, find meaning in everyday life, and embrace the freedom of living authentically—even if it means not everyone will like you.

Perfect for readers seeking emotional growth, confidence, and clarity, The Courage to Be Disliked is the best book for anyone ready to break free from self-doubt and discover the true power of choosing their own path.