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What's NLP?

I have really mixed feelings about NLP. My predominant sentiment is that it's just so creepy.

Anthony Robbins is a master at manipulating a crowd and creating mass hysteria, and he sure can pump a crowd. He works people up into such a state that they're going to feel great whatever he says, at least for a short while. But these techniques – which are very well known in social psychology – make me cringe. If you have valuable information to present, then you shouldn't need to use "psychological manipulation" to get your message across. 

And it seems to me – admittedly no expert and quite prepared to be corrected – that his whole message could be summarised as 1) decide what you want out of life, 2) believe that you can achieve it, and 3) go after it.

One big concern I have is that people who are into network marketing (I don't want to start on that, but let's say I'm far from a fan of MLM/NM) seem to love it, but they seem to go for years "improving" themselves, and very few of them ever seem to actually achieve anything tangible. They're always "in the process" of manifesting success, but I don't see too many results. And they use MLM/NM techniques to distribute the "free" seminar tickets, for crying out loud. And just the fact that somebody who'd be attracted to MLM would also be attracted to NLP makes me highly suspicious.

NLP also seems to be full of pseudo-science, which I loathe. Statements like "quantum physics has proved …" where the thing they're talking about – such as thoughts changing reality – has NOTHING to do with quantum physics. NLP fans also seem to love Dr Emoto's research showing that prettier water crystals form when you breathe on them saying positive words than negative words. PUH-LEASE!  And many NLP practitioners seem to be right into other junk science like alternative medicine, faddish nutritional supplements, and organic food.

And of course, if you've been through the NLP training, I'm sure you're already programmed to read my post and say "oh, she's so blocked and negative, I'm not going to allow her negative energy into my thoughts". Just like cults say about "non-believers". It seems very cult-like in many aspects.

Now, that's a lot of negative energy that I have towards NLP. The only thing countering all this negativity and arousing some curiosity in me is that I know a few people that I really respect who seem to advocate it. This intrigues me – these are people who seem to me to have no need for such a thing as NLP, as they're already very successful. I have no idea why they're attracted to NLP.

But perhaps there are some forumites out there who can enlighten me as to the attraction of these courses…. perhaps I'm really missing something. If I have it totally wrong, I apologise. I'm not meaning to be offensive – just sharing my sincere perceptions, formed over a number of years of interactions with those who've participated in NLP training.

Oh, yeah; sort of like having a positive attitude and believing in yourself.

There you go; I just saved you hundreds (or thousands?)

I went to the same thing two years ago.

I really enjoyed it. I say do it and make up your own mind.

Good luck.

Gav H

I've been to Chris Howard's Breakthrough to Success and got a lot out of it.  Definitely go and see for yourself and make up your own mind.

Also went on to do Chris Howard's Billionaire Bootcamp which I had HUGE learnings from, along with a very positive impact in my finances.

The results have been tangible for me, however, I do believe that you need goals in mind for what you want to achieve out of a training course – even if your goal is "I want to come out of this training with a set of clear life goals". As Karen said, lots of people go to property and shares courses and also don't achieve anything out of these.

And, just so it's on the record, I think there are fantastic network marketing companies out there, and I personally am and know many others who are successful in this industry. Many of these people, like myself, are also successful property developers and investors. It can be a great way to fast-track your financial independence and wealth creation strategies. 

Kind regards,

Leila

Some comments…

Quantum physics and crystals are not part of NLP. They may be beliefs had by some people who have trained in NLP and run seminars, but they are not part of NLP. Over the years many presenters have added in their own stuff and that's where some people have gotten confused in the past.

If you investigate the background of NLP it is based on some fairly sound premises such as the work of Virginia Satir and Alfred Korzybski to name just two. Perhaps you might want to research it a bit more?

You are correct about Anthony Robbins. He trained in NLP but doesn't really TEACH much NLP at all.  He does however USE a lot of NLP though, most around getting people to sign up for his more expensive seminars. Still I wouldn't personally knock him because he has made a positive difference in some people's lives.

EC

Kylie,
That's a brilliant post. I agree 100%.

Leila

I have been to Chris Howard's "breakthrough to freedom" and will do it again at some stage. I found it great and it helped me overcome a lot of my negative self talk and fears with investing and loss of money. This has freed me to concentrate and achieve what I want. It has helped me on all fronts – I am a better person. His goal planning is very good , so is the decision destroyer. In the past, when I  had obstacles in my way, I used to back off and procrastinate. now I head into it and replace every negative thought that goes through my mind. 

My frank opinion is "GO FOR IT".

For anyone who would like to enrol in the Breakthrough to success. My  personal enrolment link is:

http://champions.universalevents.com.au/ausbts.asp?cli=CLA1017663

All the very best.

cheers

houselmp 

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