The Courage to Let Go

FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED

In an age of constant connectivity, how do we know when it's actually time to let go? Find the clarity to shed forced ties, form authentic connections, and rediscover your sense of self.

We need community to live. But how we connect matters, and not all connections are created equal. Sometimes, the fear of loneliness keeps us bound to relationships, even at the expense of our identity and well-being. In his compelling new book, The Courage to Let Go, philosopher and bestselling author Ichiro Kishimi reveals the liberatory power of disconnecting from relationships based on coercion and societal pressure.

Kishimi draws on principles of Adlerian psychology to:
Demonstrate how letting go of false ties makes room for stronger connections, built on courage, authenticity, and self-awarenessIdentify "false connections" rooted in dominance and dependenceExplore the concept of "judging with reason" and listening to one's conscience, free of outside influenceShare techniques for transforming unfulfilling relationships into true connectionsReveal the surprising benefits of being alone—without being lonely
In a contemporary world more tightly bound than ever, The Courage to Let Go is a refreshing philosophical and psychological take on human connection.