Introduction to NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programming

Today the world is fraught with people who are experiencing a variety of different problems. Many of these problems are holding people back from achieving their goals, their hopes and their dreams. In some cases, a variety of issues may be holding someone prisoner inside a network of unhealthy habits, addictions and mental disorders, including phobias and fears.

There is absolutely no reason why anyone must put up with such problems any longer. Neuro linguistic programming is a method that thousands of people around the world have turned to in the last few years in order to help them overcome a variety of different problems. While the techniques utilized in NLP are commonly used to treat problems such as fears and phobias, they are also increasingly being used to assist with other problems as well. Many people have even turned to NLP in order to help them overcome bad habits and addictions.

NLP is also increasingly being used by many in the business world in order to help them develop a stronger rapport with clients and prospective clients and assist them in meeting their sales goals. While NLP is certainly applicable in the business world, it can also be used personally in order to overcome barriers that may be holding you back and preventing you from enjoying a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

In the chapters of this ebook we are going to explore the basis of NLP, what is involved in this technique and how you can put it to work in your own life in order to make it as positive as possible.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1

What is Neuro-Linguistic Programming?

How is NLP Used?

The Foundations of NLP

   Communication Models

   Presuppositions

   Submodalities

   Uniqueness

Who can Benefit from NLP?

Chapter 2

The Meta Model

What is the Meta Model?

The Goal of the Meta Model

Chapter 3

Neuro Linguistic Programming Methods    

Mapping           

Anchoring

Swish

Reframing

The Formed Outcome

Parts Integration

Visual or Kinesthetic Dissociation

The Metaphor

Representational Systems

Summary          

Chapter 4

Neuro Linguistic Persuasion Patterns

Two Critical Groups

The Intent Behind Neuro Linguistic Persuasion

The Basis of Persuasion

Chapter 5

The Nature of Communication

The Parts of a Persuasion Pattern

The Importance of the Situation

Examples of Persuasive Techniques

Chapter 6

Sensory Acuity through NLP

The Steps Involved in Developing Sensory Acuity

The Five Fundamental Areas of NLP

   Breathing       

   Color Changes

   Muscle Changes

   Changes in the Lower Lips

   Vocal Tones

Practice NLP Exercise

Chapter 7

Building Rapport

Using Mirroring and Matching Methods

Using Observation

Chapter 8

Handling Criticism Effectively     

The First Step

Step Two

Step Four

Step Five

Step Six

The Final Step

   Situations in Which the Dissociative Frame May be Used  

Steps to Curing a Phobia

Chapter 9

Understanding Time Lining in NLP

Conclusion

Appendix

Pre-Planning Worksheet

NLP Glossary of Terms