Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP

NEURO-LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING (NLP) NLP uses perceptual, behavioural, and communication techniques to make it easier for people to change their thoughts and actions.

I have studied NLP for a number of years and find it an extremely valuable tool in my coaching work. To explain, the human brain is a powerful computer, and an individual can harness the creative powers of their brain to create changes in their behaviour and attitudes. All sensory input to the brain by sight, sound, touch, feel etc are transmitted to the brain in digital format, just like a computer. The brain stores these images in multi-sensory format. Coaches can use NLP to help clients re-create powerful memories from their past and enhance any or all of the multi-sensory elements. For example, an individual who is suffering from a lack of confidence could be encouraged to recall times in their past when they felt empowered and supremely confident. The Coach can get the Client to significantly enhance every sensory element of this experience to the stage at which the memory is extremely powerful. The Coach will then show the Client how to use physical ‘Triggers’ to enable the them to re-create these memories and their associated feelings at will when they feel the lack of confidence arising within themselves in the future.

NLP is a valuable technique in helping people overcome phobias and can work very quickly. NLP can be a valuable tool in helping overcome the fear of presentation or in overcoming Imposter Syndrome.