The Courage to be Disliked

Originally written in Japanese by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga, The Courage to Be Disliked is a book that talks about perennial life questions and the liberation of the mind. Incorporating concepts from Adlerian psychology, this is done through a Socratic dialogue in which the philosopher conver...

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Main Author: Louie Giray
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Selcuk University Press 2022-06-01
Series:Selçuk Üniversitesi Edebiyat Fakültesi Dergisi
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Online Access:https://sefad.selcuk.edu.tr/index.php/sefad/article/view/1546/1135
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Summary:Originally written in Japanese by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga, The Courage to Be Disliked is a book that talks about perennial life questions and the liberation of the mind. Incorporating concepts from Adlerian psychology, this is done through a Socratic dialogue in which the philosopher converses with the youth. Divided into five “conversations,” this book is filled with wise gems, in a non-complicated and very accessible manner, that can be utilized in personal and professional areas. This non-fiction book has sold over three million copies and has been translated into many languages. Because of its very relatable and universal values, it is becoming a modern classic. Many readers even describe the book as transformative and paradigm-shifting. This book is highly recommended to young people and professionals in the arena of counseling, teaching, and social work.
ISSN:1300-4921
2458-908X