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I get this paranoia about the shoulder check too! And then I worry that they think I'm a massive twat for being so racey because I cycle really slow and they soon shoot past. I need to stop worrying, of course, but that's another story.
As for helping out other inexperienced cyclists putting themselves in danger, would handing them a polite flyer with "top ten hints" help? With tips on safe maneuvering through traffic and advice on how to find cycle training, etc.
Probably a bit too passive aggressive/cutesy mind you.
BobbyBriggs-
Yeah I think that about the shoulder check too.
I think something like a flyer could work, certainly a way to make the information accessible to people who wouldn't actively look for advice or even think they're doing anything wrong.
I was a bit apprehensive about cycling here when I first moved here a couple of years ago, the bloke I bought my bike from has this on his website which was really helpful, then obviously I found my way onto this forum and haven't made a mistake since.
mattired
^I sometimes get the impression that cyclists behind me think I'm racing them when I shoulder check regularly. Like somehow having a good idea of what's going on around me at any time other than when I'm about to make a manoeuvre is fiercely competitive.