The Love-Shy Survival Guide

By Talmer Shockley

In his groundbreaking book, Talmer Shockley (himself a love-shy individual) presents a thoroughly accessible and motivating read for those suffering from love-shyness... Pay attention to his words of wisdom. They will help you find the partner that you so richly deserve'

- Nick Dubin, author of Asperger's Syndrome and Bullying

For many people, romantic and sexual relationships are complex and cause feelings of anxiety. For people who are love-shy, this anxiety is so overwhelming that it can make finding a partner feel like an impossible dream. Although relatively unrecognised, and therefore often undiagnosed, love-shyness is a condition which causes an intense phobia of romantic and sexual situations. This book is designed to help Love-Shys overcome this fear and allow themselves to meet, date, and eventually maintain romantic relationships with members of the opposite sex.

A self-confessed Love-Shy, Talmer Shockley explores the condition, its links with Asperger's Syndrome and how it differs from normal shyness. He gives candid advice on how to deal with being love-shy, make dating an enjoyable experience, and survive the "relationship jungle". While love-shyness is predominately a male problem, it can also affect women, and the book offers tips on relationship success for both sexes.

Refreshingly honest and insightful, The Love-Shy Survival Guide provides essential advice for love-shy people wanting to overcome their anxiety and form successful romantic relationships.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1843108976
• ISBN13: 9781843108979
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Author Talmer Shockley draws on his own experience as a Love-Shy, a term he gives to those who strug

Love is a hard ball game to break into. "The Love-Shy Survival Guide" is an advice book for those who are love shy and are having a hard time getting into the world of relationships. Author Talmer Shockley draws on his own experience as a Love-Shy, a term he gives to those who struggle with getting started in dating. "The Love-Shy Survival Guide" is just what some people may need to get out there and start their romantic life.

Great insight into love-shyness

Mr. Shockley puts in depth how undisclosed love-shyness can affect ones life not only in social situations but also in the work force. Becoming aware that this is a huge problem, that left untreated, can lead to depression and a very lonely life. Being a love-shy person himself, Shockley can relate from his experiences and so his information is from the heart and from much studying on this topic. His book is upbeat, good advice and overall a good read. As a friend to a parent with a love-shy child, the earlier one can become an informed parent, the greater ones chances for eliminating much future suffering for your offspring. A worthwhile read!