The teenage years are crucial for making friends, discovering your place in the world, and giving your natural talents and skills the attention and space that lets them thrive. But if you're someone who feels really nervous in social situations, it can be hard to make friends or feel like . Maybe you worry too much or feel really strong emotions that make being around others feel scary. The good news is, things can get better! No matter how bad your social anxiety is, or if you're just shy and want to break out of your shell, remember that it's not who you are. It's just one small part of you, and you can take control of it. This book is all about helping you discover how amazing you already are and how you can use your strengths to make big changes in your life. Just a few of the things you will learn in this book include: ✔ Surprising ways your brain reacts to anxiety - and the secret to rewiring it ✔ 7 social skills and get along easily with anyone ✔ Understanding your feelings and being able to clearly express them with confidence ✔ How to when they happen ✔ 5 simple ways to find and embrace what makes you ✔ Getting rid of negative thoughts by using their power for your gain ✔ 4 mindfulness exercises proven to calm your brain and expand the way you think ✔ A unique way to look at yourself that will ✔ Coping with stressful moments like giving a presentation or handling a disagreement head-on without starting a fight ✔ ...and so much more! In a sea of books on the subject, Social Anxiety Relief for Teens is a complete field guide that gives you all the tools you need to realize your strength, find your passions, and face the challenges of shyness and social anxiety head-on. By consulting with actual teens along with therapists, coaches, and behavioral studies, this book will teach, not preach. Author Jason Forte struggled with debilitating social anxiety in his teen years and relates his experiences to help you recognize and overcome the limitations you might be putting on yourself.