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by Natasha Rae Simmons (Author)
You can indeed overcome your social anxiety!
You have nothing to lose; if anything you have EVERYTHING to gain by reading this book...
Both thorough and crisp, Natasha Rae Simmons tries her best to explain what social anxiety is, how avoidance and other safety behaviors only serve to aggravate its symptoms, and how teenagers can learn to cope with it, and eventually overcome this disorder. Even as she talks about the typical and more taboo aspects of social anxiety in this book, Natasha never blames or shames a teen for being socially anxious. She covers these topics from an empathetic point of view because she's been there and dealt with the same struggles. In this workbook, she talks directly to the socially anxious teen in a clear, direct, and compassionate way.
Teens need mental health resources now more than in the past. Moreover, there's enough evidence showing that teens who learn healthy coping mechanisms early on are better equipped to deal with challenges, and can navigate tough situations better later in life. That's why this book has been written. This book provides you with all the tools you need to thrive in your teenage years-at home, in school, and later in life. In this book, you'll get to learn that anxiety isn't:
- A mental illness.
- Proof that you are weak or weird.
- You'll be stuck with it for life.
- A personality disorder.
- Just shyness or fear.
- Being introverted.
- Random occasional nerves.
The best news is that anxiety can be overcome, and it can never bully you unless you give it that power. The only reason it has power over you right now is that you haven't learned its tricks and weaknesses yet.
Having found what worked for her, Natasha bares it all to share her heart and approach to dealing with this disorder. There's never been a better time like the present one to start. She uses a lighthearted yet down-to-earth approach, explaining everything in simple yet profound language to help teens all over the world improve their wellness and reduce their social anxiety. She strongly encourages you to try this book. Read it and apply it.
