The Courage to Be Disliked & The Courage to Be Happy 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set. The Courage to Be Disliked. The Courage to Be Happy. Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9789123858774. Publisher: Allen & Unwin. Age Range: Adult. Overview. This two-book paperback set brings together the international phenomenon The Courage to Be Disliked and its sequel The Courage to Be Happy, both by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. Presented as accessible dialogues between a philosopher and a young man, the pair distil Alfred Adler's psychology of courage into practical, everyday wisdom. Millions of readers have used these companion titles to build self-acceptance, healthier relationships, and lasting happiness, making this collection an ideal introduction to Adlerian thinking.. About the Book(s). The Courage to Be Disliked began as a Japanese sensation and grew into a global bestseller, introducing Western readers to the largely overlooked ideas of psychologist Alfred Adler. Structured as a flowing conversation between a wise philosopher and a doubtful young man, the book unpacks a liberating idea: that we are each free to determine our own lives once we let go of past trauma, others' expectations, and the exhausting need to please everyone around us. It shows how developing the courage to be disliked can, paradoxically, become the foundation of genuine self-respect and connection.. The Courage to Be Happy continues the conversation, returning to the same philosopher-and-student format to explore what comes after self-acceptance: real, sustainable happiness. The philosopher walks the young man through the "psychology of courage" in greater depth, showing how reframing our assumptions about relationships, community, and contribution can transform ordinary life. Together the two books form a complete arc — from unlearning limiting beliefs to building the confidence and relationships that create day-to-day contentment. Their conversational style makes dense psychological theory feel immediate and usable, which is a major r