*Practical, doable strategies and tips that readers can dip into any time they need extra support. *Unparalleled expertise--Dobson has spent decades devising strategies that succeed. *Helps readers form a plan and take important first steps--such as greeting a neighbor or asking a question at a work meeting--to break the social anxiety cycle. *People have more options than ever to use technology for daily tasks, but avoiding face-to-face interactions increases isolation. *Short, affirming, and designed for utility.