The Courage to Be Happy by Ichiro Kishimi

The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba, along with Peer Connections Manitoba and the MHERC Library, are pleased to offer an ongoing self-help book club called the Mindshift Book Club. We’re excited to announce the next session of the MDAM Book Club, made possible through the generous support of Edison Properties.

This five-week book club invites participants to explore themes of courage, connection, and well-being through guided discussion in a supportive, community-centred space. Together, we’ll read and reflect on The Courage to Be Happy by Ichiro Kishimi — a thoughtful follow-up to The Courage to Be Disliked — which explores how happiness, purpose, and interpersonal relationships shape our lives.

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Program Details

• Start Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
• Duration: 5 weeks
• Schedule: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: MHERC Library
• Capacity: Limited to 15 participants *WE ARE NOW FULL*

This group will be co-facilitated in collaboration with Peer Connections Manitoba, the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba, and the MHERC Library, creating a welcoming environment grounded in lived experience, peer support, and shared learning.

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📘 About the Book

The Courage to Be Happy encourages readers to reflect on how we relate to ourselves and others, and how courage plays a role in choosing growth, telling our stories, and building meaningful connections. No prior philosophy background is required — just curiosity and a willingness to engage in respectful conversation.

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🤝 A Message from Our Book Club Partner & Sponsor

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✍️ Pre-Registration

Space is limited to 15 participants.
If you’re interested in joining this session, we invite you to pre-register by filling out the form below. A member of our team will follow up with additional details as the start date approaches. If the form is unavailable, all spots have been filled. Thank you!

Previous Book Clubs

Our last book club session, brought to us by Red River Mutual, featured the The Mind-Gut Connection by Emeran Mayer, MD. This fascinating book explored the complex relationship between the brain and the digestive system, revealing how this connection impacts mood, decision-making, and overall well-being.

This book club ran for six weeks, and started on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, and ended on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Meetings were held every Wednesday from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the MHERC Library, located in the MDAM office at 100 – 4 Fort Street, Winnipeg. Space was limited to 15 participants and all spots were filled for this session.

Previously, the club has enjoyed exploring Atomic Habits, Atlas of the Heart, Essentialism, Keeping Finance Personal, and Rewire: Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life by Nicole Vignola.

We are pleased to announce there is no fee associated with this book club session, thanks to funding secured by Peer Connections Manitoba. A big thank you to Red River Mutual!

A Note from our Partner – Red River Mutual:

At Red River Mutual, we believe that mental wellness is a journey best taken together. We’re proud to sponsor this self-help book club, a space where stories spark conversations, and conversations nurture healing and growth. Whether you’re here to learn, reflect on your own experiences, or simply connect and share stories with others, know that you are supported and valued.

Thank you for being part of this meaningful initiative. We’re honoured to work with Peer Connections, Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba, and the MHERC Library to support you in this journey toward greater understanding and compassion for yourself.

With care,

Red River Mutual