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by Ichiro Kishimi; Fumitake Koga
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The Courage to Be Disliked, based on Alfred Adler's psychology and written as a dialogue between a philosopher and a youth, generated deeply polarized responses. Admirers praised its accessible exploration of Adlerian concepts like task separation, horizontal relationships, and self-acceptance, crediting it with transformative personal insights. Critics, however, objected strenuously to its central claims—particularly the assertion that trauma does not exist and that people choose their emotional states—viewing these ideas as scientifically unfounded, victim-blaming, and potentially harmful. The Socratic dialogue format was similarly divisive: some found it engaging and relatable, while others deemed it condescending and tedious. Additional complaints included outdated psychology, Western rather than Japanese origins, and insufficient practical guidance.
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- Title Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness
- Author Ichiro Kishimi; Fumitake Koga
- Binding Paperback
- Pages 288
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Simon & Schuster
- ISBN 9781982100391 / 1982100397
- Weight 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg)
- Dimensions 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.8 in (21.08 x 13.72 x 2.03 cm)
- Category Inspirational
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