Book of the day: The Shyness & Social Anxiety Workbook, by Martin Anthony and Richard Swanson. The first 53 pages are up at Google Books. Here’s the pitch from the publisher, via Amazon:
There’s nothing wrong with being shy. But if social anxiety keeps you from forming relationships with others, advancing in your education or your career, or carrying on with everyday activities, you may need to confront your fears to live an enjoyable, satisfying life. The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook offers a comprehensive program to help you do just that. As you complete the activities in this workbook, you’ll learn to:
- Find your strengths and weaknesses with a self-evaluation
- Explore and examine your fears
- Create a personalized plan for change
- Put your plan into action through gentle and gradual exposure to social situations