How to Conquer Social Anxiety

"If you are going to buy only one book on social anxiety, this is it. This book that not only compassionately presents various perspectives on social anxiety, but it also offers a vast array of solutions. It turned out to be more of a "self help" book than I expected in more areas than just shyness. The author had experience in social anxiety, so he really hit home with things he expressed. I was able to finally overcome my social anxiety thanks to this book!"

-Drew

Conversation - the “approach” image

Posted by Drew | Conversational skills | Tuesday 18 September 2007 7:18 pm

Ive often been told that I have a very serious look. Now, I know there is something to this because Ive heard it from different (friend and foe) sources throughout my life. Who was to know that there was a lesson to be learned from all the teasing I endured through school? Ironically, had I really listened to what they were saying, and done something about it, I would have ceased to be a target. (more…)

Social anxiety - the bigger picture

Posted by Drew | News, views and comments | Sunday 2 September 2007 4:17 pm

Im going to take a break from talking about conversation techniques to address an issue that has been nagging me for some time. It has to do with happiness, basically.

Now, I wouldnt know happiness if it bit me in the¦well, you know. Furthermore, I wouldnt really know how to handle it should it ever make an appearance. Yes, I know its hard to believe, but I cant imagine ever being truly happy. (more…)