Reviews by joej11

This review is for Chris Manak's Manic Workshops, Southbank VIC

verified email - 21 Dec 2014

Before meeting Chris, I considered myself quite proactive in meeting new people through various social events. I got a few dates out of it, but I had never felt in control of my dating life. Everything felt like it was left to chance. If I were lucky, I would meet someone that I clicked with. If not, then I just had to wait for the next event and hope that I would meet someone I like.
What frustrated me back then was that I often saw girls that I really like while I was going about my daily activities (walking on the street, shopping, etc), yet did not have the confidence nor the knowledge on how to engage them.
Enter the mega workshop. For 5 weeks, Chris helped me address my insecurities and showed me the possibility of approaching girls in various social situations. Every week we had a consultation, 2 day sessions and 1 night session. The consultation was extremely good as he had this uncanny ability in identifying the real issues and providing simple yet effective solutions. Infield approaches were initially scary but Chris helped me accept those feelings and act regardless. He then provided feedback on the interaction so I knew which area I should pay attention to.
I especially like how the workshop ran for 5 weeks. Research said that it takes 30 days for your new way of thinking and behaviour to become a habit. Although I did not see him every day for the duration of the workshop, but meeting him 4 times in a week and pushing my limit all the time (in addition to doing solo approaches as homework) almost felt like I was doing these whole thing full time for a month. I believe with this kind of intensity and exposure, it is almost impossible not to be changed positively afterwards.
It also helps that Chris was very approachable and understanding. Every session felt like you were just going out with a friend. He wouldn't just enforce his ideas on you blindly. He tried to understand where you are coming from and gave you solutions which suit your situation and personality.
In summary, the workshop has completely changed my life. For the first time in my life, I feel in control of my dating life. Now I know that if I would like to get a date, all I need to do is go out and talk to girls. Sure I am not always successful, but I know, with the skills and understanding that Chris has given me, the more girls that I talk to, the more chance of me meeting that special girl.