Derek Rake Insider

"I have finally read your whole Rake Letter. I appear to be too busy sometimes that I forget to set time aside to read these things. I'm happy that I did this time, though, as I now feel like I go into that friend zone too fast. When I go downtown and see gorgeous women, my approach skills seem to … [Read More...]

"I'm taken right now but don't see myself as being great with women. My relationship right now is good but if we break up, I think I'd have problems meeting other women. Here's my story. I'm 24 and socially awkward with other people - always have been. I haven't been social - ever. It's a natural … [Read More...]

"Hi Derek, here are my goals, questions and frustrations: my voice is kind of soft and quiet, so whenever I go to clubs, I have a hard time approaching women." - Pedro P. from Antelope Ridge, NM Derek Rake's Answer:- y friend Ricky went through the same thing. Although his voice isn't exactly … [Read More...]

"How were you able to locate naturals to chill with while learning and how were you able to check on your progress back then (I'm assuming you had a lonely start). I would also like to know whether conversation threads and routines are useful and where I would be able to locate them with the … [Read More...]

"The thought of becoming a pickup artist really hasn't vibed with me, no matter what style it is - extravagant or natural. Still, I want choices when it comes to women. In fact, I hope to have great girlfriends that will make other guys cry. :) Is this possible without actually becoming a pickup … [Read More...]