Shyness and Society

More about the book

The book delves into the social dynamics of self-identified 'shy' individuals, examining how they navigate their identities and interactions in public settings. It employs Symbolic Interactionist theories to analyze the processes that lead to the development of a 'shy' persona, highlighting themes of interactional competence, embodiment, and performativity. Additionally, it addresses the concept of deviance in relation to shyness, offering insights into the complexities of social behavior and identity formation.