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We teach social and dating skills: state your intent, talk naturally, read signals, respect a no. Articles cite research where it exists, and the manipulation tactics of old-school PUA are taken apart so you can recognise them.
Put-downs, hot-and-cold, manufactured jealousy and ignoring a no are all red flags.
Every step needs clear, freely given, revocable consent.
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Six things to learn
Confidence and self-direction come before attraction.
State your intent, talk naturally, read a no.
From messages to meeting, clear and pressure-free.
Read investment and behaviour. If unsure, ask.
Share yourself, skip the interview, consent first.
Manipulation tactics and the history of PUA, taken apart.
Featured articles
- PUA Red Flags
What Is PUA? Common Tactics and How to Spot Them
PUA originally meant "pickup artist." Today it often describes a manipulation style built on put-downs, hot-and-cold behaviour and control. Here is where it comes from and how to recognize it early.
3 min read - PUA Red Flags
Love Bombing: When Too Much, Too Fast Is a Red Flag
Love bombing is an early flood of praise, gifts and promises that builds dependence before turning into control. Here is how to tell it apart from genuine enthusiasm, and what to do.
3 min read - PUA Red Flags
What Is Negging? Why Backhanded Compliments Are Manipulation
Negging is the backhanded compliment that leaves you wanting to prove yourself. Here is how it works, why it damages relationships, and what works better.
3 min read - Signals
Signs He Likes You: 10 Reliable Signals (and What 'Just Bored' Looks Like)
How to tell real interest from someone passing time or keeping options open. Ten reliable signals, plus the warning signs worth noticing.
3 min read - Approach
Pickup Lines: Why Most Fail, and What Actually Works
Pickup lines can get a laugh, but they rarely create real attraction. Here is what research says about openers, and some more natural alternatives.
3 min read - Approach
How to Flirt Without Being Creepy
Flirting is playful, light, interested interaction. Here is what research says about sincere flirting and how to keep it comfortable for both people.
3 min read
Read his signals and recognise love bombing, negging and PUA scripts.