"Becoming a PUA" is definitely a bit of a warped aim, but I have personally benefited from reading those books. For example, the "3-second rule" to remove appro

"Becoming a PUA" is definitely a bit of a warped aim, but I have personally benefited from reading those books. For example, the "3-second rule" to remove approach anxiety does not turn you into an oversexed asshole, but it does greatly increase the chances you'll actually chat to girls. Hell, I even use that "technique" when networking. Approach, smile, say something (anything) within 3 second of spotting the next "target". Works great. I'd argue that although the programmes themselves are destructive, the books published on the topic are useful when read by smart people who realise there's more to life than sex and can "switch" into a more mature mode of behaviour once they find a suitable potential mate. I guess, like all good tools, what it does depends on who uses it. Assholes become bigger assholes. Good guys become more successful good guys. Sounds like a good starting point to me.