num_pages: 208
description: Society tells that us that being shy is a fault but Annie Ridout says its a gift. Shy: How being quiet can lead to success teaches us how to embrace this misjudged attribute instead of trying to fix it.Most of us have some understanding of shyness. From birthday parties as children to office Christmas parties as adults from an old friends wedding to a group presentation weve all experienced it in some form or other. Shyness may be ever-present or it may come and go.Partly genetic partly environmental shyness is largely viewed as a character flaw something that needs to change but why is no-one talking about the benefits of being shy? For example shyness usually equates to being an excellent listener considerate speaker and thoughtful observer. Interweaving personal experience with expertise from clinical psychologists Annie explores why shyness affects some more than others and offers tried-and-tested tools to help the reader deal with elements of shyness that can feel debilitating. Shy recasts our understanding of this often-misunderstood attribute celebrating it as a pathway rather than a barrier to success and happiness.ReviewPraise for ShyNot only is Shy a reassuringly relatable read for any of us who have ever felt lacking in confidence it's also a practical and galvanising guide to helping you harness the power of shyness particularly in an increasingly digital world. Rosamund Dean Deputy Editor GraziaIn a noisy opinionated world where putting yourself out there is seemingly the only way to succeed Annie offers a reassuring celebration of shyness and the benefits it can bring us alongside a practical guide to how to overcome the ways in which it can hold us back. Laura Whateley best-selling author of MONEY: A USERS GUIDEPraise for The Freelance Mum'So many women find their careers cut off at the elbow as soon as they become pregnant  this book sounds like it could be really helpful for navigating the disconnect between family and work' Eva Wiseman OBSERVERThis is an area that sorely needs innovation and creative solutions and Annies website The Early Hour shows shes exactly the woman for the job. Im sure her book is going to become a real bible for freelancers and anyone whos doing the daily juggle Brigid Moss REDAn invaluable tool for anyone considering making the leap to freelancing STYLISTEssential reading for all working parentsRead it and take the plunge GUARDIAN
language: None
title: Shy: How Being Quiet Can Lead To Success
publisher: Fourth Estate