How Can Nervous 17-Year-Old Overcome His Fear of Being Rejected By Girls?

I love getting email, tweets or Facebook messages from listeners, especially those who need help.

I received an email from a listener named Joe looking for some advice.

Joe writes:

Hey Michele,

My name is Joe and I'm a 17-year-old junior. I love to listen to you, Rik and Cefus on my way to school every morning.

I'm hoping you can give me some advice on girls.

I'm so afraid of a girl rejecting me that I won't even ask them out. How can I get over this fear and take the plunge?

Thanks for your help,
Joe

Ahhh ... Let's help Joe out. How can Joe get over his fear of asking girls out on a date?