NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING (NLP)

a)Introduction
Neuro linguistic programming was co-created by John Grinder, a linguist and Richard Bandler, a
Mathematician in the mid 1970’s.Neuro linguistic programming describes the fundamental dynamics between
mind and language(linguistic) and how their interplay effects our body and behavior(programming).That is, the
name NLP symbolizes the relation between brain language and the body.
· Neuro - understanding body and its functions
· Linguistic - communication aspects.(verbal and non verbal)
· Programming - behavioral patterns.
NLP 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 the other people and our programming determines the kinds of models
of the world we create.
NLP is based on two fundamentals
1. As human beings, we can never know reality; we can only know one perception of reality. It is our Neuro
linguistic map of the reality that determine how we behave and that give those behavior meaning not reality
itself. It is generally not realities that limit us or empowers us, but rather our map of reality.
2. The process that take place within a human being and between human beings and their environment are
systematic .Our bodies ,our societies and our universe from complex systems and subsystems all of which
interact with and mutually interact influence each other. It is not possible to completely isolate any part of the
system from the rest of the system.
All the models and techniques of NLP are based on the combination of these two principles, that is, it is not
possible for human beings to know objectives reality-to derive a right or correct map of the world. The goal of
NLP is to create the richest map possible.
The people who are more effective are the one who have a map of the world that allow them to perceive the
greatest number of available choice and perspectives. NLP is a way of enriching the choices that you have and
perceive as available in the world round you.
NLP is a pragmatic school of thought an epistemology that is the study of the origin and the structure of
knowledge itself.
NLP provides tools and skills for the development of individual excellence, establishes a system of empowering
beliefs and pre- supportions about what human beings are, what communication is and what the process of
change is all about, it is about self discovery, wisdom and vision.
NLP claims to help people change by teaching them to program their brains .we are given brains, but no
instruction manual. NLP offers you a user manual for the brain, which is referred to as software for the brain
NLP emphasis on teaching a variety of communication persuasion skills and using self hypothesis to motivate
and change oneself. NLP is a major therapeutic tool and an instrument for a personal effectiveness and
excellence. NLP can enhance all aspect of our life by improving our relationships with loved ones, learning to
teach effectively, gaining a storage sense of self esteem, greater motivation, better understanding of
communication, enhancing your career and an enormous amount of other things which involve your brain.
USES OF NLP
1.PSYCHOTHERAPY:
In contrast to mainstream psychotherapy, NLP does not concentrate on diagnosis, treatment and assessment of
mental and behavioral disorders. Instead, it focuses on helping client to overcome their own self perceived or
subjective problems. It seek to do this while respecting their own capabilities and wisdom to choose additional
goals for the intervention as they learn more about their problems, and to modify and specify those goals further
as a result of extended interaction with a therapist. The two main therapeutic use of NLP are , use as an adjunct
by therapists practicing in other therapeutic
disciplines, or as a specific therapy called Neuro-linguistic psychotherapy(NLP).
2.INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PERSUASION:
While, the main goals of Neuro-linguistic programming are therapeutic, the patterns have also been adapted for
use outside of psychotherapy including business communication, management training, sales, sports and
interpersonal influence.
d)Conclusion
NLP claims to help people change by teaching them to program their brains.

A core concept of NLP can be summarized by the saying, “The map is not the territory,” because it
highlights the differences between belief and reality. It points out that each person operates within their
own perspective rather than from a place of objectivity. Proponents of NLP believe everyone’s perception
of the world is distorted, limited, and unique. A therapist who practices NLP must therefore understand
how a person in treatment perceives their “map” and the effect this perception may have on that person’s
thoughts and behavior.

An individual’s map of the world is formed from data received through the senses. This information can
be auditory, visual, olfactory, gustatory, or kinesthetic. NLP practitioners believe t his information differs
individually in terms of quality and importance, and that each person processes experiences using a
primary representational system (PRS). For an NLP therapist to work effectively with a person in
treatment, the therapist must attempt to match that individual’s PRS to use their personal map. NLP
practitioners believe it is possible to access representational systems using cues, such as eye movements.

NLP therapists work with people to understand their thinking and behavioral pattern s, emotional state, and
aspirations. By examining a person’s map, the therapist can help them find and strengthen the skills that
serve them best and assist them in developing new strategies to replace unproductive ones. This process
can help individuals in therapy reach treatment goals.
Supporters of NLP claim the approach produces fast, lasting results and improves understanding of
cognitive and behavioral patterns. NLP also seeks to build effective communication
between conscious and unconscious mental processes to help people increase creativity and problem-
solving skills. Some advocates of NLP compare the approach to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but
assert positive changes may be made with NLP in less time.