The Courage to be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness

This book follows a discussion between an older philosopher and a young man who dissect past experiences and possible future outcomes until they conclude that your life is truly in your hands, regardless of past experiences and situations. Dismantling the concept of trauma and how it can be used as a crutch and excuse in one’s future endeavors, or lack thereof. Its conversational tone and back-and-forth dialogue layout makes for an excellent read aloud, which is how my husband and I initially enjoyed it.