Awkward : the science of why we're socially awkward and why that's awesome

Tashiro, Ty, author.

Book 2018

Interweaving the latest research with personal tales and real world examples, this offers reassurance and provides valuable insights into how listeners can embrace their personal quirks and unique talents to harness their awesome potential, and more comfortably navigate their complex world.

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Interpersonal relations

Social interaction

Social skills

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ISBN:

9780062429162

Edition:

First William Morrow paperback edition

Description:

xxii, 263 pages : illustrations, charts ; 21 cm

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 241-251) and index

Contents:

Part I. So this is awkward. What does it mean to be awkward? ; Is there anything wrong with being awkward? ; Looking for some sweet skills ; Emotions make me feel funny ; Unlocking the minds of likable people
Part II. This is getting awkward: how modern societal shifts are making everyone feel more awkward. Nurturing awkward children ; The awkwardness of making friends ; Dating and sex are so awkward
Part III. How the awkward become awesome. Practically prodigious ; Groundbreaking innovation

STRN:

(Coutts)038097098

Control Number:

3338789

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