perceived
The following are all the articles related to perceived from PUA Lingo, the Pick Up Artist's Encyclopedia. You can also browse our PUA Terminology List for a full list of PUA terms and acronyms.
The Importance of Perceived Value
Guest Post by Mark Manson of Practical Pick Up It’s been understood for a long time now that your value,…
Perceived Value
Quick Definition: The intuitive judgment of a person’s S&R value based on a first impression. Full Definition: Perceived value is…
Domino Effect
Quick Definition: The process of laying the “hottest” (or perceived to be, highest value) girl, and then going down the…
Demonstration of Higher Value (DHV)
Quick Definition: A story or action used to increase the perceived value of a PUA within a setting, which results…
Wow Factor
Quick Definition: The combination of a woman’s looks and her perceived characteristics that make her stand out above the rest…
Class
Quick Definition: The perceived value of an HB based on an understanding of her social hierarchy and its associated stereotypes….
C-shaped versus U-shaped Smiles
AKA the “C-smile” routine. Another classic routine that blends beauty, female psychology and pop culture together.Example: Style: Smile again for…
Social Proof
Quick Definition: First described in Influence, refers to the increasing perceived value of any particular person within a social setting,…
Entourage Game
Quick Definition: Pioneered by AFC Adam, a type of game whereby you build a network and lifestyle of having many…
DHV Spike
Quick Definition: A spike or sudden increase in a PUA’s perceived value in the target or room’s eyes, based on…
Social Capital
Quick Definition: The value in a person’s life (and economics) that is derived from the degree of social cohesion and…
The Warm Alpha
Before we dwell into the realm of attraction and connection building, we need to talk about a certain set of…
Scarcity Mentality
Quick Definition: A mental metaphor that one holds in his head that says “every resource in life has a limited availability…
Sincere Compliment Opener
“Hey…are you someone confident to accept a sincere compliment?!!!””Hee…hee. Sure.” or “Cool” (Calibrate depending on your perceived social value)”Cooool. Me…
Warm Alpha
Quick Definition: The congruent behavior of an individual (usually a man) who conveys all the alpha qualities of a tribal…
How to get a woman to kiss you
Guest Post by Seduce In Seconds All men want the woman to make the first move so after copious amounts…
Sexual Confidence
Quick Definition: The calmness and confidence one instills when he or she has developed the skills necessary to have good…
Neg Theory
Quick Definition: A unique technique developed by Mystery that involves conveying active disinterest in a HB9+ target for the purpose…
Honey Trap
Quick Definition: A false representation of replication/survival value by a girl to seduce a man for his value, which is…
Position of Power
Quick Definition: The influence, decisions, and considerations one finds himself in when he has considerable power within a social situation. Full…
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