Shyness Support Group
Shyness is a feeling of insecurity that certain people experience while being among others, talking with others, asking favors of others, etc. The initial cause of shyness can vary. Scientists have located some genetic data that supports the hypothesis that shyness is at least partially genetic.
Does anyone know of a good self-help book and/or workbook for shyness and social anxiety?
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Shyness A Bold New Approach by Bernardo J. Carducci. PH.D. There is also the book called Good-bye to shy : 85 shybusters that work! by Leil Lowndes. I haven't read that one but it sounds like it could be helpful. I did read the one called Shyness A Bold New Approach.
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I read both of the books mentioned by misstiffany as well as many others and I found the best one to be Don't Call Me Shy by Laurie Adelman. It gets to the crux of the matter which is how our thoughts contribute to our shyness. This book is a very understanding, step-by-step approach to shyness, written by a woman who was shy herself and raised a shy child. You learn how to change your thinking and then are able to change your behavior. I found this book extremely worthwhile.
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I read a book called Painfully Shy, How to overcome Social Anxiety and Reclaim Your Life. Its been helpful for me.
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