“I’ve often heard it said that everything new starts with a thought.” — Jonathan Berent Thought Copy Share Image
“ it is okay to have anxiety. What is not okay is to let your anxiety control you. ” — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“Anxiety does not exist to control you. You exist to control it.” — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“What does running from a bear have to do with social anxiety? Everything.” — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“No one is right 100 percent of the time or always says or does exactly the right thing.” — Jonathan Berent Right Copy Share Image
“(By the way, once you get over your dependence, you may actually find, as this client did, that it feels good to… — Jonathan Berent Confidence Copy Share Image
“One thing I like to tell my clients is that the Chinese word for failure can be interpreted to mean “opportunity. ” — Jonathan Berent Failure Copy Share Image
“ In many instances, a preoccupation with appearances--unrealistic social expectations, impossible standards--can be the single largest barrier to a satisfying social life. ” — Jonathan Berent Life Copy Share Image
“As the legendary Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi used to say, you have to know your fundamentals to play a good… — Jonathan Berent Green bay Copy Share Image
“Knowing what you're afraid of means you know why your pulse is racing, and that knowledge provides you with a choice: Handle… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“The more you understand about anxiety, the more you will be able to control it. Remember, social anxiety is not some abstract… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“When avoidance becomes pervasive, it is known as phobia. Phobias develop in different ways. A phobic reaction is one in which a… — Jonathan Berent Different ways Copy Share Image
“Whether you’ve lived in your community for decades or just moved there last week, interactive skills are an essential part of developing… — Jonathan Berent Interactive Copy Share Image
“ Courting and Friendship Reciprocals Reciprocals are the signals people give each other to indicate an interest in companionship. When there is… — Jonathan Berent Eye contact Copy Share Image
“The point is, you are capable of change! Life is what you make of it! Use this self-help program to make it… — Jonathan Berent Change Copy Share Image
“ Preparing for a Business-Related Social Function 1. Activate your PMA. 2. Take a few minutes alone before the event—in the car,… — Jonathan Berent Confidence Copy Share Image
“It may help you to jot down a few notes to alleviate any fear of becoming tongue-tied—your name, the position or company… — Jonathan Berent Business Copy Share Image
“The first step in overcoming your problem is to acknowledge that what you call shyness is anxiety, a very specific kind of… — Jonathan Berent Control of your life Copy Share Image
“ PERFORMANCE ANXIETY If it is indeed human nature to seek social relationships, then why would someone choose not to socialize? As… — Jonathan Berent Fear Copy Share Image
“ Thought Stopping Thought stopping is a stress management technique designed to interrupt obsessive thought patterns. If you find yourself continually going… — Jonathan Berent Management Copy Share Image
“ MEN AND WOMEN About 65 percent of the calls I receive from around the country are from men or from parents… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“Adult Warning Signs Lack of peer relationships outside the family Feelings of guilt or shame Difficulty with social skills such as keeping… — Jonathan Berent Black or white Copy Share Image
“ BODY LANGUAGE Body language tells other people about your feelings before you even open your mouth. It conveys to others how… — Jonathan Berent Body language Copy Share Image
“ Touching Like nodding, touching shows interest. Upon meeting someone, the best way to show respect and sincere interest is to shake… — Jonathan Berent Body language Copy Share Image
“Gaining insight or awareness is an important part of the getting-well process. Chapter 7 offers several exercises in self-awareness, designed to put… — Jonathan Berent Awareness Copy Share Image
“What is the difference between an anxiety reaction and an anxiety attack? Perhaps it can best be explained by degree. The victim… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“Listed below are three basic rules that will help you become a successful candidate. Remember, however, that you need not be offered… — Jonathan Berent Long way Copy Share Image
“ ELECTIVE MUTISM Social anxiety appears in many forms, some of which are only now coming to light. Socially anxious children, for… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“These days, there are many different ways to enjoy yourself, and the interactive requirements vary considerably, so it wouldn’t be too hard… — Jonathan Berent Bottom line Copy Share Image
“ On Paying Compliments Compliments, appropriately timed, allow you to develop a greater sense of rapport with your interactive partner. Most people… — Jonathan Berent Compliment Person Copy Share Image
“Groups are, in a sense, a microcosm of the real world. In all groups, there are leaders and followers . . .… — Jonathan Berent Expressing yourself Copy Share Image
“Of course, even in such a supportive setting, resistance still arises. In a “friendly” forum, stressors can be explored and confronted more… — Jonathan Berent Attendance Copy Share Image
“ The Information Exchange Good conversationalists know how to balance speaking and listening. Check the scale once in a while. If you… — Jonathan Berent Communication Copy Share Image
“Preteen Warning Signs Lack of peer relationships outside the family Difficulty engaging in age-appropriate conversations Social skills difficulty Inability to make and… — Jonathan Berent Family Copy Share Image
“ “I Think I’m Ugly” Social anxiety can lead to distorted perceptions, and the fear of outright rejection based on looks diminishes… — Jonathan Berent Confidence Copy Share Image
“ In many instances, a preoccupation with appearances--unrealistic social expectations, impossible standards--can be the single largest barrier to a satisfying social life.… — Jonathan Berent Life Copy Share Image
“ So, try to have fun when you socialize. Think of it as an adventure. The results you get depend on the… — Jonathan Berent Adventure Copy Share Image
“What does running from a bear have to do with social anxiety? Everything. An anxiety reaction is your fight-or-flight response. If you… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“By clarifying what remains, you also gain an understanding of what is left in your life once you discard these negative items.… — Jonathan Berent Change for the better Copy Share Image
