What is NLP?
Web/Dictionary Definitions - there are many of these! ANLP would support the following:
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"A field of study that attempts to build a set of transferable skills by programming the unconscious mind"
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"NLP is a collection of models, tools and techniques that enables its Practitioners to:
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Communicate more effectively
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Achieve excellence in their chosen field
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Overcome performance-limiting behaviours
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programme their unconscious mind
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Programme themselves to improve performance and results"
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"NLP is a therapeutic technique to detect and reprogramme unconscious patterns of thought and behaviour in order to alter psychological responses. The basic principle of NLP is that it is in an individual`s power to change their own subconscious programming for the better"
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Expert
Quotes:
"NLP is an attitude which is an insatiable curiosity about human beings with a methodology that leaves behind it a trail of techniques."
Richard Bandler (co-creator of NLP)
"The strategies, tools and techniques of NLP represent an opportunity unlike any other for the exploration of human functioning, or more precisely, that rare and valuable subset of human functioning known as genius."
John Grinder (co-creator of NLP)
Neuro-Linguistic Programming is a powerful body of information about how the human mind works, and has been built up since the 1970`s. ANLP welcomes those trained using a number of varying approaches stemming from this era, in order to be an independent voice for NLP. The study of the human mind and it`s ability to re-programme itself using models and techniques to heal or achieve continues to evolve. For this reason, ANLP is active in its support of academic research and study within the field.
At it`s core is a wide range of methods and models that aim to create an understanding of thought process, behaviour and change. NLP offers a flexible approach which brings about positive, fast change in individuals and organisations and empowers them to adapt to an ever-changing world.
NLP training can provide the skills to define and achieve your outcomes or goals and a heightened awareness of your five senses, allowing you to remain flexible, on track and maintain rapport with those around you.
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