What is NLP & How can it Help Me?

NLP stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a name that encompasses the three most influential components involved in producing human experience: neurology, language and programming. The neurological system regulates how our bodies function, language determines how we interface and communicate with other people and our programming determines the kinds of models of the world we create & our behaviors. Neuro-Linguistic Programming describes the fundamental dynamics between mind (neuro) and language (linguistic) and how their interplay affects our body and behavior (programming). 

NLP provides tools and skills for the development of states of individual excellence, but it also establishes a system of empowering beliefs and presuppositions (assumptions) about what human beings are, what communication is and what the process of change is all about. 

NLP was originated by John Grinder (whose background was in linguistics) and Richard Bandler (whose background was in mathematics and gestalt therapy) for the purpose of making explicit models of human excellence. Their first work The Structure of Magic Vol. I & II (1975, 1976) identified the verbal and behavioral patterns of therapists Fritz Perls (the creator of gestalt therapy) and Virginia Satir (internationally renowned family therapist). Their next work Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, M.D. Vol. I & II (1975, 1976) examined the verbal and behavioral patterns of Milton Erickson, founder of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis and one of the most widely acknowledged and clinically successful psychiatrists of our times.

 So, how can NLP help me?

• You find yourself living in, and thinking about the past.
  
• You constantly procrastinate when you need to complete a project or deadline.
  
• You feel depressed, sad, upset and you’re not sure why.
  
• You want your performance to improve at work so you can ask for more money.
  
• You keep failing at a new health regime, falling off the wagon after a week or month and feel frustrated at yourself.
  
• You’re stuck in a rut, situation or relationship and don’t know how to get out.
  
• You lack self confidence which prevents you from speaking up or taking action.
  
• You’re a sales person and want to get more sales.
  
• You want to improve mental and physical performance.
  
• You want to reveal the barriers that keep you locked in position, restraining you from freedom and independence.

These are just a few examples of how NLP can help you. NLP can be applied to pretty much anything where you want to improve how you do something, how you feel and how you think.

Lynn Thier is now booking appointments for mid September using the techniques of NLP, Hypnosis and Timeline Therapy in her Coaching Practice.  She meets with clients locally and via skype/phone. Call today to book yours - 506-999-3554