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Aug 14, 2026 35 min

The Courage To Be Disliked Second Night

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Hey Shelf Improver! *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> This week on The Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're back with Night Two of The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga... and this conversation hit home. 💭 How much of your stress comes from comparing yourself to everyone else? Are you chasing someone else's timeline? Seeking approval? Waiting until you're "ready" before taking action? We explore why comparison steals confidence, how the stories we tell ourselves become our reality, and why so many of us unknowingly create barriers that keep us exactly where we are. From property investing and business to friendships, parenting, social media and everyday life, this episode is packed with honest conversations, personal experiences and thought-provoking questions that might just change the way you see yourself... and everyone around you. ✨ Maybe the only person you were ever meant to compete with was yesterday's version of you. Come and join the conversation. We think this one will stay with you. 💙📚 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 40+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime. 💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below! 🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week! Holly & Anna X

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