NeuroLinguistic Programming (NLP) Print E-mail

NEURO: The nervous system is an instrument through which we interpret what we think is represented  as real.  It’s the instrument through which consciousness flows. Think of it as the body mind connection in full expression.

LINGUISTICS: The words we speak and think becomes language, which is a building block for manifestation.  Although our thoughts and words have power, our language patterns can limit our world, and impose on understanding the world around us. 

Our language patterns can limit our world.
Over the past twenty-five years as a professional hypnotist, I have learned the importance of mastering the fine art of people skills.  When a first-time client comes in to see me, my priority is to establish instant interpersonal communication and positive rapport.  As the client becomes in subconscious rapport with me, client is better able to establish a rapport with their own subconscious mind. The better we communicate on a subconscious level, the greater likelihood of client creating an understanding and awareness to whatever it is the client desires to control.This connection or rapport between subconscious and conscious is enhanced because of the behavioral tool called NLP.

NeuroLinguistic Programming (NLP) is a communication technology that uses guiding principles, attitudes and techniques (regarding real life behavior) to enhance the SUBCONSCIOUS COMMUNICATION CONNECTION between two people. NLP can be used as a stand-alone therapy, independent of hypnosis.  However using NLP in combination with hypnotic suggestion, gives client the permission to choose their own mental, emotional and physical states of well being. NLP tools may make the difference between average communication and a powerful way to create persuasion through subconscious rapport.

 Think of it as the body mind connection in full expression.

NLP methodology and techniques may be useful to a wide range of people.  In the counseling and hypnosis arena, it becomes a powerful communication tool enhancing interpersonal skills of persuasion and influence.  In business NLP can be beneficial to improving the persuasion skills of management and sales associates alike, improving the bottom line.  NLP can be used by coaches and educators to motivate student performance and personal achievement.  And just imagine how parents could use NLP to better communicate with their adolescent children!

Published in Natural Awakenings Magazine - January 2006

Lois Prinz is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Designated Trainer and Examiner for the National Guild of Hypnotists.  Lois also practices the Thought Field Therapies of Neurolinguistic Psychology and Emotional Self Management with EFT.  She can be reached at 505-292-2237.