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  • The Empowering Handbook to Help Your Kids Make True Friends Even as an Introvert, Communicate What’s on Their Mind, Manage Anxiety & Have the Confidence to Socialize
  • By: Alice P.D. Hancock
  • Narrated by: Pamela Santos
  • Length: 3 hrs and 15 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)

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Social Skills for Teens

By: Alice P.D. Hancock
Narrated by: Pamela Santos
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Summary

Become more social with this must-have guide — make friends and talk to anyone without being shy and awkward!

Are you having a hard time making new friends simply because you don't know how to approach them?

Have you tried talking to others but end up having an epic fail moment because you didn’t know how to keep the conversation going?

Does your fear always prevent you from speaking even though you want to share something about your favorite topic?

Don’t fret – you are not alone. Like you, millions of kids struggle with social skills every single day. As a result, despite having more ways to connect with others, about 4 in 10 teens feel more lonely than ever before, according to studies.

While the jury is still out on how technology affects social skills, one thing is undeniable: being social is a crucial life skill for expressing what you mean and building relationships with others.

After all, without strong social skills, you’d often get misunderstood, miss out on making great friends, and prevent others from realizing how awesome you truly are!

Here is the good news: Communication skills are a learned skill that can be taught, practiced, and mastered. This book will explain everything you need to know to become more social, confident, and comfortable with practically anyone.

This book is the social skills mentor you have been looking for – a reliable go-to guide on how to start a conversation with confidence and cultivate meaningful relationships.

Even better, it will also help you understand yourself more. By figuring out the reasons behind your poor social skills and socially anxious nature, you will know how to make positive changes.

Here is just a glimpse of what you will discover in this must-have manual:

  • The role of social skills and how you can use them to your advantage — understand why being social is the key to better interactions and stronger connections
  • Reasons why you are struggling — take a closer look at your situation and have a clearer view of why you are afraid to talk
  • How to improve your communication skills by talking and listening — master the art of conversations with practical exercises.
  • Effective ways to make friends and keep them — win them over with the first few words out of your mouth
  • The importance of collaboration and negotiation skills - how to develop teamwork with anyone
  • Must-learn problem-solving skills to help build resilience and cultivate critical thinking - so you can gracefully laugh in the face of any difficult confrontation
  • How to regulate your emotions — control your feelings before they control you
  • Essential tips for parents to help children improve their social skills (with exciting activities you can do on your own or with family)

And so much more!

As humans, we naturally crave interactions and connections the same way we require food. But beyond just being a basic need, social skills are key if you want to survive – and thrive – as an adult.

Take this chance to prepare yourself for the future. Improve your social skills now and open doors to new friendships, great opportunities, and a happy life.

Don’t let your fear of communicating stop you from enjoying the best years of your life.

©2023 Laurie Schultz (P)2024 Laurie Schultz

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Very Helpful Solving Teenage Social Problems

It is an invaluable resource for young people struggling with social interactions. This audiobook provides practical guidance and actionable strategies to help teens navigate social situations with confidence and ease. As someone who has experienced the challenges of making friends and maintaining conversations, I found the insights and advice offered in this handbook beneficial. The audiobook addresses common issues faced by teens, such as fear of approaching others, difficulty keeping conversations going, and managing social anxiety. What sets this audiobook apart is its empathetic approach and focus on empowering teens to develop their social skills. The author emphasizes that social skills are learned behaviors that can be improved through practice and self-awareness, offering hope and encouragement to listeners. I appreciated the range of topics covered, from communication skills to emotional regulation and problem-solving. The audiobook provides practical exercises and tips that listeners can apply in real-life situations, making it a valuable companion for teens looking to enhance their social competence. Also, the audiobook includes helpful advice for parents on supporting their children's social development. Overall, Social Skills for Teens is a comprehensive guide that equips listeners with the tools they need to build meaningful relationships, manage social challenges, and confidently navigate the complexities of social interaction. I highly recommend this audiobook to any teen seeking to improve social skills and cultivate fulfilling connections.

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Great book

The author does a great job at giving a basic understanding on all the factors that go around in a teenagers social life. The strategies laid out in this book can help teens improve their social skills and make friends.

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Become your best self in social situations!

Socializing is so tough to navigate as a teen. This is a great book to help enhance your social skills and build meaningful relationships, even when things seem difficult. It gives you great strategies for starting conversations, it helps you understand the causes of social anxiety, and it helps with your communication abilities. I like the exercises that give you examples to improve conversation skills, ways to make and maintain friendships, and become more socially confident and overcome shyness.

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Valuable Social Skills traing for Teens!

What I like about "Social Skills for Teens" By Alice P.D. Hancock, is the wealth of information given, to ensure that teens have well rounded social skills. With this book teens discover the importance of social skills, how to overcome the fear of talking, the art of mastering friendship skills, how to take consistent action steps for continuous improvement and much much more! This is a great book to build your teen's self esteem and confidence in learning the benefits of connecting to others in a positive way.

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Excellent Resource Straight to the Point

If you're a young person searching for some help to become more confident and overcome anxiety (or a parent looking for a book that their kid will actually read/listen to) stop here. The introduction will immediately be relatable, presented in the first person format. Then, when the author shares a true story about a famous, high profile young person who has struggled with confidence, a young listener will realize that these struggles can happen to anyone. The short chapters will hold attention, assessments will help the listener understand what they need to work on. A great resource!

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Nurturing Social Butterflies

As a homeschooling dad to a lively bunch of four, 'Social Skills for Teens' by Alice P.D. Hancock caught my eye as a vital addition to our homeschool library. Hancock's handbook isn't just about teaching social skills; it's a roadmap for fostering genuine connections and confidence in young minds. The book covers a spectrum of themes, from overcoming introversion to managing anxiety, all with practical exercises and real-life scenarios. One standout quote emphasizes the importance of active listening: "Sometimes the greatest gift you can give someone is the feeling of being truly heard." Parents navigating the complexities of adolescence and homeschooling families seeking to enrich their social curriculum will find this audiobook invaluable.

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Definitely recommend!

This audiobook is super helpful! It helped me feel less nervous about talking to new people. Now I know how to start conversations and make friends. The tips are easy to understand, and I love that it also has activities for parents and kids to do together.

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Well done and fun to listen to!

I am very well versed in this niche and I must say this was really well done. There is a ton of information without making you feel bombarded. It is an easy listen with actionable steps and best practices. We really enjoyed this. Thanks!

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Help for the Socially Awkward Teen

As a parent of a pre-teen who struggles with social situations, I understand the challenges they face. That's why I found this book so valuable. It offers practical tips and insights to help teens become more confident and comfortable in social settings. From starting conversations to understanding emotions, it covers everything they need to know. Plus, there are helpful tips for parents too. I highly recommend this book to any parent looking to support their teen in developing essential social skills for a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Unlock Your Social Potential!

The author of this audible provides an invaluable roadmap for anyone looking to break free from social anxieties and cultivate meaningful connections. This audiobook doesn't just scratch the surface; it digs deep into the psychology behind social interactions while offering practical exercises to improve communication skills. With insightful tips for kids and parents, this audiobook is a must-listen for anyone seeking to unlock their social potential and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.

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