A guy who is internally struggling and has a weak reality who cannot currently rise above the thought of an attractive woman must undergo a deep internal shift and dis-identification from past negative pain and toxic programming. Trying to learn as much dating theory and tactics as you can and trying to jump into these dating gurus’ realities is really the result of an underlying lack of faith in oneself and lack of core confidence. They might as well be distracting themselves with World of Warcraft.

I’ve been through all of this bootcamp/theory/dating instructor stuff. I’ve played the game, and despite any success I was experiencing on the surface, on the inside I was still lost, frustrated and miserable. But these instructors don’t care as long as they are able to continue bringing in the next batch of desperate guys, take their money, and then turn them loose with indifference, only to repeat the same process over and over and continue bringing in the money. They care about profit, not so much about helping people.

In order for an unhappy person to feel free, happy, and strong they must turn inward, take responsibility, and see the world through their own eyes.

Some of the guys did better than others, of course. For example, having beome more comfortable with daytime interactions, I was out of my comfort zone when approaching these women at the night venues. But along with the rest of the guys at the bootcamp, I did it anyway. And after the bootcamp, I realized that my perspective and attitude had changed for the better and I had more fun while I was out. So my bottom line…Take the bootcamp if you get the chance, and see for yourself..

Ironically enough, I just finished the AoC bootcamp in LA. I just want to chime in. To give some background, since I’m new here, I’ve been in the game for about 2 years, have studied all the material, have taken other boot camps, and experienced some great successes. Not to brag, just to tell you where I’m coming from.

I just wanted to say that these guys have really mastered their craft. They have turned social dynamics and PUA into an art form. I really learned a lot. I think I figured out and blew away a recent sticking point – creating super strong initial interactions so that numbers are solid and don’t flake. I also accentuated and brought new understanding to several other aspects of my game. I understand the “big picture” much better now.

Plus they are just great people. So if you’re thinking about taking the bootcamp, I highly recommend it. And if you’re not listening to pickuppodcast.com or on the forum, you’re really missing out. it’s free afer all!

Thanks for the kind words on the show man, I am really glad to hear you enjoy it and get value from it. However, I don’t know why y’all think my first bootcamp was in the past year with Pickup 101. I took my first bootcamp in 2003 with Tyler Durden of RSD, learned over the following couple of years under some other coaches who are personal friends of mine with major companies, started coaching myself, and THEN started the Pickup Podcast with AJ, not the other way around. In other words, I have been a student of just about every system out there, and taught by their top-level coaches and founders, which is how I got to understand the industry and business practice so well in the first place. (/qualify)

Further, the coaches that I’ve got working with me here at the Art of Charm are the best instructors I have found after interviewing the top dating coaches and PUAs in the industry. Likewise, ALL the Art of Charm instructors are full-time coaches, not guys who work in a cubicle all day and go out on weekends. We’re developing curriculum and running programs about 5 days a week, every single week, have our own show on Maxim Satellite Radio, write regularly for other publications, among other things.

All that aside, if anyone is wondering if the content is solid, go to pickuppodcast.com and check out a couple of the shows. If they help you, then there’s your answer. The content stands on its own, and always will.

Thanks guys. It’s always great to hear from the listeners!

Best,

-Jordan Harbinger
pickuppodcast.com

While I partially agree with Yummy Stale Bread, what is funny is that almost all the major companies are run by “coaches” that were just students. I will be interested to see what reviews come from Art of Charm as I really enjoy the Pickup Podcast vibe. As far as I can tell Jordan is only one coach out of the three guys while AJ is nowhere to be found.