I seem to have gone the other way from most other people. I started reading Steve's site first and after a while realised that dating was something I wanted to improve in my life. I have always had plenty of female friends just not many girlfriends as when I am meeting new people I am more reserved.
Personally I am a fan of David DeAngelo's work as I agree it is mostly about personal development in regards to becoming a more mature, emotionally stable person. I am also a fan of the Charisma Arts stuff which is about becoming a more charismatic and fun person to talk to.
There is a big negative connotation to the whole industry but my view is that if I teach myself to be a better person, I become that better person. I am happier, and I enrich the life of whoever I meet. |