2In this breakthrough book, Dr. David Burns, M.D., author of the bestselling Feeling Good, applies the proven principles of Cognitive Therapy to eliminating the negative thinking and low self-esteem that causes loneliness and shyness. With sensible and sensitive advice, case histories, and revealing exercises, this step-by-step program shows you how to:

- Pinpoint and rid yourself of attitudes that keep you apart from others
- Master the techniques that make you feel and look more attractive
- Deal with people who give you the runaround
- Resist romantic temptations not in your best interest
- Release inhibitions to conquer performance anxiety and enhance sexual pleasure
- Develop fulfilling relationships . . . and more

"Revelatory . . . Burns understands on a gut level."--The Chicago Tribune