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Philosophical guide to finding happiness within.
If you've ever felt stuck or uncertain about your path to happiness, this book is a gentle nudge towards self-discovery and personal growth. It's not just theory; it's a conversation that walks you through the psychological shifts needed to embrace life's challenges. Think of it as a mentor leading you through a dialogue that could very well shift your perspective on courage and contentment.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781760529710
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Date of Publication: 2019-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.01
(rated by 9821 readers)
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This book is a compass. The Courage to Be Happy presents insights into living life with courage and finding happiness along the way. It is the sequel to The Courage to Be Disliked, following the Socratic dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. The philosopher explains Adlerian psychology—the psychology of courage—and guides the young man through the mental steps necessary to improve life by changing thinking. This work is intended to be life-changing and universally applicable.
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Philosophical guide to finding happiness within.
If you've ever felt stuck or uncertain about your path to happiness, this book is a gentle nudge towards self-discovery and personal growth. It's not just theory; it's a conversation that walks you through the psychological shifts needed to embrace life's challenges. Think of it as a mentor leading you through a dialogue that could very well shift your perspective on courage and contentment.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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