Derek Rake Insider

"I find it hard to start up conversations with girls in quiet places - whenever there's a cute girl at a quiet library, for example - and even when we're at the pool and everybody's around to listen. What's the rap when it comes to such situations? And when you're at the grocery, still getting yours … [Read More...]

"My question has to do with this girl that I proposed to several months ago. She said she was dating somebody else that time, though. She's the kind of girl who loves to give excuses each time I ask her out. However, there's this one thing that I love about her: she tries to call me over the phone … [Read More...]

"I don't know why but something doesn't feel right whenever I try to hold a girl's hand. I feel like I'll get rejected - that she'll drop my hand if I make my move or some shit." - Bert P. from Whitestone, NY Derek Rake's Answer:- ooks like we have the same history. You know how my techniques … [Read More...]

"Hi Derek, I have some thoughts. I have no trouble entering a room to make friends with everybody there. On that same note, I have no trouble sitting a person down for a serious talk, either, and I truly enjoy both counts. I don't do any of this in a superficial or glib way, either. I happen to love … [Read More...]

"Hi, I have a serious problem getting over a girl. I want her back, but don't know how to go about it. What tips do you have to get an ex to go out with you again? Or is it hopeless? Should I move on and never look back? Honestly, I like this girl a lot and we only broke up because we hardly talk … [Read More...]