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About Minnie Lane

Minnie Lane was born near London on international men’s day. As one of the first female dating coaches for men in a male dominated industry, Minnie has carved a unique and successful 17 year career as a personal development coach, helping men develop in maturity and attractiveness. Named a top global dating expert of 2023, she is considered a leading voice in the industry.

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In 2019, Minnie featured as lead contributor and spokeswoman for the critically acclaimed documentary ‘The Pickup Game’. Released during the #metoo era, Minnie spoke to large audiences at international film festivals and became a catalyst for change to help clean up the toxic, underground pickup artist industry.

 

Minnie’s work has attracted attention across international tv, press, podcasts and radio including BBC, Channel 4, Discovery, CTV, The Evening Standard, Stylist, Glamour, The Marilyn Denis Show, The Social and 90 day Fiancé. When she’s not busy teaching men personal development, Minnie enjoys holidays in pitch black solitary confinement to explore higher levels of consciousness, and taking long road trips with her partner and her Mexican street dog, Taco Mágico.

About Minnie Lane

Minnie Lane was born near London on international men’s day. As one of the first female dating coaches for men in a male dominated industry, Minnie has carved a unique and successful 17 year career as a personal development coach, helping men develop in maturity and attractiveness. Named a top global dating expert of 2023, she is considered a leading voice in the industry.

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In 2019, Minnie featured as lead contributor and spokeswoman for the critically acclaimed documentary ‘The Pickup Game’. Released during the #metoo era, Minnie spoke to large audiences at international film festivals and became a catalyst for change to help clean up the toxic, underground pickup artist industry.

 

Minnie’s work has attracted attention across international tv, press, podcasts and radio including BBC, Channel 4, Discovery, CTV, The Evening Standard, Stylist, Glamour, The Marilyn Denis Show, The Social and 90 day Fiancé. When she’s not busy teaching men personal development, Minnie enjoys holidays in pitch black solitary confinement to explore higher levels of consciousness, and taking long road trips with her partner and her Mexican street dog, Taco Mágico.

Training and Experience

MSc Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology

University of East London (research in completion)

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PG Dip Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology

University of East London (2022)

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PG Dip Applied Screenwriting (incl. The Hero's Journey)

Central Film School, London (2013)

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BA Hons Psychology and Communication

University of Leeds, UK (2006)

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Coaching for Autism (CPD)

Association for Coaching (2021)

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Certificate in Life Coaching

MOE Foundation (2018)

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10 Day Sensory Deprivation Darkness Retreat

London (2020)

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7 Day Sensory Deprivation Darkness Retreat

Mahadevi Ashram, Guatemala (2017)

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8 Day Vipassana Silent Meditation Satipatthana Sutta

Dhama Padhana, UK (2022)

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10 Day Vipassana Silent Meditation

Dhamma Pushkar, India (2017)

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10 Day Vipassana Silent Meditation

Dhamma Java, Indonesia (2014)

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10 Day Vipassana Silent Meditation

Dhamma Magga, Myanmar (2013)

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200 YTT Ashtanga Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation

Kranti Yoga, India (2016)

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Introduction to Psychoanalysis

Institute of Psychoanalysis, London (2014)

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Psychoanalysis Foundation Course Lectures

Institute of Psychoanalysis, London (2016)

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Psychoanalysis Summer School

Institute of Psychoanalysis, London (2015, 2016 and 2017)​
 

Press and Media Coverage

CTV The Social

Discussing the Importance of Being Your True Self in Order to Build Connections with Others

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Watch full interview

The Marilyn Denis Show

Simple First Date Tips for Blind Date Couples

BBC Radio London

Exploring Dark Retreats and Guided Meditation

The Evening Standard

Meet the Men Paying Thousands for

Dating Coaching in London

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GQ Magazine

How to Stay Together When You're Apart: a Comprehensive Guide to Long-Distance Relationships

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Read article here

The Unexpected Yet Predictable Rise of the "Workout Date"

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BN1 Magazine

Inside "The Pickup Game": Our Interview with Former Industry Coach, Minnie Lane

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Read article here

Stylist Magazine

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Do you need a "Dark Retreat?" How Darkness and Solitude can Enhance Wellbeing

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Read article here

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Glamour Magazine

Dark Retreats are Trending: So what are they?

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9Honey 

Pickup Artistry: The Insidious Trend Putting Women in Danger

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Read article here

The Dark Heart of the Dating Industry

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Reader's Digest

Sheerluxe Magazine

Tips for a Better Sex Life

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Read article here

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