Ep 38 - The Courage to be Disliked BOOK SUMMARY (4 Life Lessons)

The courage to be disliked is a life changing book, if there ever was one.

And I do not say that lightly. As someone who has spent a good few years reading, devouring & digesting multiple non fiction books, of the self help kind, of the philosophy kind, of the psychology kind etc, I have a certain level of discernment now when it comes to recommending books.

This book is, in fact, the most recent addition to my list of favourite books.

In this episode of the unlearning playground podcast, I wanted to get into a brief summary of what the courage to be disliked is all about and why I recommend it (and in fact also gift it) to almost everyone looking for some must read books.

I also share 4 key powerful unlearnings (read life lessons) I think everyone should gather from this book, so even if I am not able to encourage you enough to pick this book for yourself, at least spend 14 minutes with me on this video so that you get a glimpse of the nectar it has to offer.

==== Outline ====

00:00 - Why this book
00:32 - Intro to the courage to be disliked
02:04 - How this book is different than most others
03:09 - What I love the most about this book
03:50 - A summary of the book summary
04:31 - Life lesson 1 - Trauma does not exist
06:28 - Life lesson 2 - The separation of tasks
08:00 - Life lesson 3 - Life lies
09:54 - Life lesson 4 - A bigger perspective of life
10:55 - What I don't like about this book
13:02 - An invitation, in closing

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Well, alright then.
Let's catch up in the playground.
Until next time.
Peace out.

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[ukeevps]

True that. I have read this book and the concept of separating tasks is impressive. This book can moreover make you a selfish being(in a good way). You'll learn to focus on yourself rather than worrying about the world.

[kuroko_summer]

"Hello good people of the internet " this made my day.... I'm in 9th grade and today I woke up at 5am, having a productive morning... before going to school I clicked on your video, and you said that intro....it somehow made me feel so happy and good.... thank you.
Great video btw 👍

[devrajsoni]

I loved your speech delivery, i could sense the calm of an avid reader.

[Kavyanet]

The book is based on the theory of Austrian psychologist Adler. This is very interesting book written in the style of plato’s dialogue. This hits at the very perspective of a views commonly held. Nice video, keep it up.❤

[TherealYoshiPanoshi]

Just picked up and this book and was immediately triggered by “do not live to satisfy the expectations of others” as in my life I’ve always tried to live by others expectations on me and have many regrets in the past for decisions I made based on others opinions

[SanjamKaur]

Wow, I got my hands around this book a while ago, and I've only read half of it, but I couldn't agree more with what you said. The dialogue between two people was slightly triggering for me as I read it and also unpleasant in a way because you have to swallow some hard facts, but if you continue to read it, it will be surprisingly eye-opening and genuinely a must read. Thank you for articulating so nicely. Watching your video for the first time definitely going to subscribe.

[anmolchaudhary]

Thanks for reviewing this wonderful book.

For someone who’s not read the book, some of the ideas in it are - (1) happiness is linked to finding out that one is worthy, which in turn is linked to the idea / realisation that I am ‘beneficial to the community’

(2) superiority complex is inferiority complex in disguise

(3) have the courage to be disliked

(4) being praised or being rebukes, both aren’t helpful for you, reject both

[overcome_yourself]

Chetan, loved the review, man! The authenticity of your energy just comes through. the part where you offered your criticism about the potential pitfall of hero worshipping is interesting, the book does portray Adler as a bit of an authoritative figure. Your video inspired me to do a review on my channel. Thank you and keep up the good work!

[nensisharma]

I have been a people pleaser for most of my life and it has been very taxing for my mental health. With your advice, I am definitely gonna read this. You gained a new subscriber! Thank you so much 😊 and I'll wait for more such videos ❤️

[shivamkumar.]

This is 2nd video, I'm watching on this channel. Keeping moving ahead bro. More love and power to you.

[aanchaldogra]

This channel will grow, it has to
best of luck brother,
btw loved the book

[gururajshet]

Great video and the quote you mentioned in life lesson 4 reminded me of another quote probably they mean the same so it goes as "society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade of which they know they shall never sit in "

[pritisahoo-jjsz]

Love from India, rabindra nath tagore 🎉❤❤❤ nice to listen you from odisha, india ❤❤❤❤

[ahmisphotolab]

Thanks man subscribing for your quality content. I'll definitely read this book

[benjames]

What a fantastic book review. Thankyou very much.

[KeifusMathews]

This book is a great read!! As soon as I saw the Don't panic! poster i knew I was gonna like this channel...Arthur Dent!

[paramita]

Thank u sir...the review is awesome...keep going sir....so inspiring

[fasihkhan]

Thank you so much for this video i love your videos your language is so easy to understand ❤

[Anonymous_]

Wow the last part of video is amazing❤ :
"No one is listening to buddha but worship buddha"
Thanku for sych amazing video

[anchalpandey]

Thnks a lot to recommend us this book bz i've been suffering a lot with my mental health and i had a lot questions related to life but no one got to answer it and i think this book can do tht
So thnka again❤ u r very clam person