“ . . . Because of a lack of self-confidence and an inability to function independently . . .” It may be… — Jonathan Berent Confidence Copy Share Image
“The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which is the reference manual used by mental health professionals to diagnose psychological problems,… — Jonathan Berent Emotional support Copy Share Image
“ Body Orientation When someone does approach and speak to you, pay careful attention to the extent to which you face that… — Jonathan Berent Communication Copy Share Image
“ Three Opening Topics of Conversation Use your information-gathering skills to devise topics that would interest you both. As your conversation proceeds,… — Jonathan Berent Adult education Copy Share Image
“ Nodding You can nod your head to show that you are listening and understanding what is being said. Nodding is a… — Jonathan Berent Communication Copy Share Image
“ Posture The first impression you make is likely to be from several feet away. An observer will assess your approachability from… — Jonathan Berent Body language 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
“ LOW SELF-ESTEEM Characteristic of most people with social anxiety is low self-esteem. I showed you the sequence in Chapter 1. What… — Jonathan Berent Confidence 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 Resume Your resume is like an advertisement for you as a job candidate. It should present you in the best… — Jonathan Berent Books 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
“This portion of the chapter is directed at those of you whose son or daughter or other relative is in denial about… — Jonathan Berent Another time 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
“ CONVERSATION GUIDELINES What is the secret to good conversation? Shared interest in the subject; easy, natural flow from topic to topic;… — Jonathan Berent Family life Copy Share Image
“ Changing Topics Changing topics gracefully is the hallmark of an excellent conversationalist. Changing topics keeps the conversation fresh and allows you… — Jonathan Berent Body language Copy Share Image
“Anxiety does not exist to control you. You exist to control it. It is, as I said, a simple fact of life… — Jonathan Berent Anxiety Copy Share Image
“ Turning Rejection Around What if your friendly, hopeful conversation starter is not met with signals of approval or interest? If the… — Jonathan Berent Ask yourself Copy Share Image
“ 7. Energy. Your degree of personal energy and enthusiasm has a great deal to do with whether or not someone will… — Jonathan Berent Ask questions 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
“To act on this fear—a fear of being evaluated then dismissed by others—was to forgo a friendship that actually had some possibilities.… — Jonathan Berent Control your life 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 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
“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
“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
“ THE JOB SEARCH To be successful in the working world, you must steel yourself against rejection, whether you are a salesman,… — Jonathan Berent Ask questions Copy Share Image
