If you've ever heard the term NLP you've probably wondered what it refers to, particularly as it gets bandied about quite a lot in the self help industry.

Well, NLP is short for Neuro Linguistic Programming. The core principle of NLP, as stated by its co-creator Richard Bandler, is that it is possible to recode the way our brains think and thus we can programme ourselves to react in a desired way to certain stimuli.

Much of this "re-programming" of our brains to produce favourable behaviours comes about through both hypnosis and self-hypnosis.

Neuro linguistic programming isn't simply about teaching your brain to respond specifically to just one particular circumstance, but rather adjusting your thinking into producing successful behavioural patterns. This, in turn, helps you to control your emotions in such a way that you can solely focus on what you want to achieve.

The Benefits of NLP

As we learn different patterns of thinking, NLP can be used to achieve different goals through the implementation of strategies.

Some of the benefits of NLP include but are not limited to:
-banishing phobias
-increasing motivation in yourself and others
-boosting self esteem
-communicating more effectively
-developing instant confidence
-clear thinking and concentration
-mastering your own emotions
-enhancing personal relationships

Co-creator of neuro linguistic programming, Richard Bandler, has been hugely sought after by a wide variety of professional organisations and successful personalities to coach them in the techniques of NLP to achieve their own personal goals. These include world renowned hypnotist Paul Mckenna, the US Military, US Intelligent Agencies, Major League Baseball teams, NFL players and Olympic Athletes.

The wide variety of these clients is testament to the universal application of NLP. On a personal level the benefits of neuro linguistic programming include mastering your subconscious, controlling your emotions, becoming a skilful communicator and developing instant confidence.

In a professional capacity, businesses often seek out NLP training for the staff and business leaders as it can teach you how to successfully motivate and influence you work team, get an edge over the competition and make better and more decisive decisions.

If you wish to undergo NLP training, there are a wide variety of seminars and taster courses run by Richard Bandler and his colleagues that will teach you the core principles and techniques to enhance your personal and professional life.

In addition, if you are interested in taking neuro linguistic programming further, you can attend the NLP practitioner course to become a licensed practitioner of NLP. This is an accredired course that certifies that not only have you mastered the techniques of NLP, but that you can train others in these same skills.