Title:
Awkward : the science of why we're socially awkward and why that's awesome / Ty Tashiro, PhD.
Author:
Tashiro, Ty, author.
Publication Information:
New York, NY : William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2017]
©2017
Call Number:
HM1111 .T37 2017
Abstract:
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.
Edition:
First edition.
ISBN:
9780062429155
Physical Description:
xx, 261 pages : illustrations, charts ; 24 cm
Contents:
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 -- 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 -- How the awkward become awesome. Practically prodigious ; Groundbreaking innovation.
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