[Essential NLP (Teach Yourself)] [By: Vickers, Amanda] [June, 2010]

by Steve Bavister

Are you new to Neuro Linguistic Programming, one of the most fascinating and most powerful forms of applied psychology today? Do you want a better understanding of what makes you and others tick? Are you seeking clearer goals, more effective communication and better relationships?Essential NLP gives you straightforward access to understanding NLP and helps you to put the ideas and techniques into practice in your personal and professional life, both in your behaviour and in your important relationships.Exercises, activities, case studies, anecdotes and quizzes are used to bring each area to life. Business-related applications are evident throughout, and the book is relevant for anyone seeking a solid grounding in NLP.Also included are are fascinating perspectives from leading NLP practitioners. A chapter on 'NLP in Action' gives you an overview of practical applications of NLP, featuring profiles and interviews with people involved in those disciplines, including NLP in sports, education, leadership, selling, health, relationships and personal development.NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of NLP.THINGS TO REMEMBERQuick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, Self Help, Business

Paperback

First published February 26, 2010

Reviews

[Rod Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrific book on NLP. You will gain a full understanding of what it is, how it works, how to implement it, and how to teach it. Learning NLP is like a 'how to' book on your mind. It will teach you how you have been coding things to make life simpler. Many times, the way we code things can limit our choices, and our outlook on life. By reading this book, you will learn that there are more options available to you. Reading this book and applying its principles can help you take control of your life and life a richer, fuller, and more fulfilling life.

[Kevin Driskill · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an extraordinary book. It provides a first rate introduction into a fascinating field of study. As well as an introduction, it goes into impressive detail concerning NLP. This book will give you a great starting point to the concepts and gives very practical exercises that any can perform. See for yourself a glimpse that will cause you to seek the full picture. You will clearly hear the music of the mind and feel the texture of the subtle coding nooks and crannies you didn't know you could feel.

[Naeem Parvez · Rating 1 out of 5]

I still cannot seem to fully agree with the usefulness of these techniques. Overall, the book the covers way too much material with very little detail on each, and is essentially a sales brochure for in-depth courses offered by authors and affiliates.

[Kenan Tabak · Rating 1 out of 5]

Çöp.

[Stefano Pellegrini · Rating 1 out of 5]

Pseudoscience

[Nikhil Mahadea · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't think NLP is practiced by therapists... I think there are better techniques. CBT?

On top of that, I haven't read about NLP in any self-help or psychology books (and I've read at least 2 dozen).

You don't need this. Want a better life? Eat a salad, go for a run, invest in an ETF, and talk to your family.

[Interesting Viewpoints · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most enlightening books on the way the human minds works. So far I am very impressed.

[Lauren McGinney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing self-teaching book to improve any and all aspects of your life. Based on accepted and recent psychological evidence, the techniques introduced can be immediately applied and benefited from. My only recommendation would be examples and calls to action - though only limited by your creativity.