How to be Yourself by Ellen Hendriksen, PhD

Author: Ellen Hendriksen, PhD Genre:  Nonfiction, Self Help, Psychology Synopsis: Picking up where Quiet ended, How to Be Yourself is the best book you'll ever read about how to conquer social anxiety. Now featuring a brand-new conversation with Susan Cain.Up to 40% of people consider themselves shy. You might say you're introverted or awkward, or that you're fine around friends but just can't speak up in a meeting or at a party. Maybe you're usually confident but have recently moved or started a new job, only to feel isolated and unsure.If you get nervous in social situations--meeting your partner's friends, public speaking, standing awkwardly in the elevator with your boss--you've probably been told, "Just be yourself!" But that's easier said than done--especially if you're prone to social anxiety.Weaving together cutting-edge science, concrete tips, and the compelling stories of real people who have risen above their social anxiety, Dr. Ellen Hendriksen proposes a groundbreaking ide