How to Improve Your Social Skills: Practical Exercises and Techniques for the Socially Challenged

By: Thomas Lucking PhD, LMFT

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Synopsis: From socially challenged to socially skilled—practical techniques for building social skills Social skills help build relationships, create opportunities in the world, and improve your self-esteem and overall well-being. How to Improve Your Social Skills is filled with research-supported and evidence-based tools and techniques for building your social skills so you're able to approach any scenario with confidence. Whether you're shy, introverted, socially anxious, or have been diagnosed with a disorder that hinders your interactions with others, you'll discover helpful information about tuning into body language, getting comfortable with conversation, and employing different social skills. Discover ways to apply the skills you learn to real-life situations and relationships, like workplace interactions and friendships. How to Improve Your Social Skills includes: Social skill foundations—Learn about what social skills are, why they matter, how to set social goals, and much more. Evidence-based techniques—Explore tools that will help you overcome anxiety and fear, build confidence and self-awareness, and establish assertive and approachable body language. Situational strategies—Put practice to play in real-life scenarios, including dating, group and public settings, and beyond. Feel confident and empowered in any situation with these research-supported techniques and exercises for building social skills.