hi lespaulsarecool,
The rapid reading step is the last step in the process as you already know. However this step is supposed to be used only if you have a vague general idea that you want more out of the book and are unsure as to what you want OR you are simply curious and want to see if you missed something during all the other steps. Personally, I have yet to use rapid reading on a book and dont anticipate the need to do so in the future.
The PR step itself is neccessary in order to input the information into your sub-conscious mind. The activation steps are for bringing that information into your conscious mind. Without the PR step, direct activation would be impossible. Direct learning is soooo cool.
I very highly recommend that you go through the course one or two more times. I think that would clear up alot of you confusion.
Hope this helps,
Gregory
