Anchoring in NLP involves linking a particular stimulus—such as a sound, touch, image, scent, or taste—to a consistent emotional or physical response. It’s based on the natural way we learn: through associations. Once an anchor is set, our reactions can happen automatically, often without conscious thought. This can be incredibly…

A key assumption in NLP is that we already possess all the resources we need within ourselves. The Circle of Excellence technique is designed to access and gather these powerful internal states from the unconscious, making them readily available whenever necessary. Originally developed by John Grinder and Judith de Lozier,…

What many people commonly refer to as emotional states are actually two distinct things: the physical sensations we experience in our bodies and the labels or names we assign to those sensations. Recognizing the difference between these raw physical feelings and the mental labels we attach to them is crucial.…

Adopting multiple perspectives provides richer information and deeper understanding. The ability to shift among different viewpoints is a critical skill in leadership, as well as in parenting, teaching, coaching, and counseling. Often, people become fixed in a single way of interpreting a situation—stuck in their own mental “maps.” Some see…

The Visual Squash is a powerful NLP anchoring technique that can effectively “reprogram” the mind. Despite its playful name, it is a serious method used to resolve internal conflicts by integrating different parts of a person that may be at odds with each other. For example, one part of you…

State elicitation is a fundamental skill used in many NLP techniques. It involves the ability to vividly access resourceful states, such as peak performance or calm, in a clear and strong way. Understanding the structure of these experiences is crucial for NLP modeling and anchoring, as well as for effectively…