How to Be Less Socially Anxious: Practical Skills to Stop Overthinking, Be Confident, and Thrive in Social Situations by Megan Ashley Smith is an approachable guide for anyone looking to tackle the complex feelings of social anxiety. The book covers a range of topics, from building confidence to improving communication skills, which can be helpful for those struggling in social situations. The information is clear and straightforward, and the step-by-step guidance provided is practical, though some of the suggestions may feel a bit basic for readers already familiar with self-help strategies. The book also touches on the causes of social anxiety.

Overall, How to Be Less Socially Anxious serves as a decent starting point for anyone looking to improve their social skills. If you need a gentle nudge toward becoming more comfortable in social environments, this book might do the trick. I would rate this book a 3.75 out of 5 stars (rounded to 4).

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. As a person who has been through a lot of therapy, the skills in this book deeply resonated with me. Each skill targets a different area of your life, whether its confidence in dating or family drama. It definitely bought all the skills in one place and gave unique tips throughout the book. That's why I really enjoyed this book because now I've got tools that I can put into practice. The author really thought about the client in this book and it clearly shows.

Thank you to the publisher and the author for sending me this copy. I enjoyed it.

Megan Ashley Smith's How to Be Less Socially Anxious is a practical and compassionate guide for anyone looking to build confidence in social settings. The author combines relatable insights with actionable advice, making it both comforting and empowering. It's an easy read that feels like chatting with a supportive friend, perfect for anyone wanting to take small but meaningful steps toward overcoming social anxiety.

A book I would highly recommend to be read atleast once or to be referred back to. I myself have experienced social anxiety and still do sometimes, I found a lot of advice and techniques that I would personally use and would recommend to others to use.
Reading this book made me feel that I now have more awareness and that I'm way more educated about social anxiety itself and how to deal with or prepare for it.

Thank you Netgalley for the ebook.

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„Your future is bright and filled with endless possibilities. Believe in yourself and embrace the path ahead with confidence and optimism.“

For me as a Person diagnosed with Social Anxiety , this has been really helpful. While i knew a lot from my Therapist, some things are new and i can't wait to try them.

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No easy way to loose that social anxiety--this book is full of homework. You'll want to be serious if you pick this book up. Thank you to NetGalley for the digital ARC. The author comes across as very knowledgeable and most socially anxious readers should find this book helpful. I decided that I would rather be a little anxious and not do the work. (I would rather stay home and read anyway). This review is my own.

Thank you Zeitgeist for providing this book for review via NetGalley! All opinions are my own.

This is a good read for someone who regularly experiences heightened social anxiety and is looking for a wide range of tips and techniques to use in various situations when interacting with others. There are a lot of opportunities given to reflect and take note of past, current, and future experiences that could be very helpful when trying to identify patterns and make better decisions in social situations. With how short this book is, it’s easy to do a first read where you get a grasp of the different techniques available then afterward you can reference specific sections when needed.

I have always suffered with social anxiety, and the book does say that it is very isolating. This isn't a book that you read and move on to other things. This is a book, I keep on my bedside table so I can read some every night. Sometimes I am looking for something specific, and other times, I just let life choose it, and it sometimes feels like that is exactly what I needed.
It isn't going to happen overnight, it will be something I will use the book as a guide, so I can finally have the life I want. Baby steps, Do I believe this book will get me to where I can go out and just talk to people, yes. I already started talking to the lady that checks me out at the grocery store. That is BIG for me. I won't tell you my age, but I am looking forward to the years I have left, and going out and interacting with people.
I hope people who struggle with social anxiety will get this book, and it will guide them to a life, they have wanted, but never thought it was possible. I do believe I will get there, with this book, it is a process, and I am learning to stop looking at what I couldn't do and looking at what I was able to do now.
I received an ARC from Zeitgeist through NetGalley.

"How to Be Less Socially Anxious" is a basic guidebook and resource for people who suffer from social anxiety. Recommended for those who struggle with this and for the people who care about them. Thanks to NetGalley and publisher for the ARC. Pub Date: March 11, 2025.

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Love this book! It's a great resource for anyone needing help or trying to help someone with social anxiety.