Taking the Wheel of Your Own Emotions This reflection, inspired by a post on the Pegasus NLP Blog, brought back one of the most valuable insights I gained while learning NLP. It’s far easier to pin the blame on others when we’re in a bad mood. That way, we don’t need to examine our own […]
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NLP States, UncategorizedA Reminder About Enthusiasm Were we all born with this kind of passion? This freedom to express ourselves without holding back? Many of us long for greater confidence—but think back. Can you recall a time when you felt truly alive and fully engaged? When you let yourself become a superhero, a rock star, or a
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NLP States, UncategorizedTapping into Emotions: The Power of Immersive Marketing I’ve never been a fan of beer. Yet somehow, on a hot, humid summer day in Australia, an advertisement almost had me reconsidering. That’s how far marketing has evolved. Back in primitive times, imagine a basic form of marketing—perhaps a local cave dweller saying, “Hey, I’ve brewed
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NLP States, UncategorizedUnderstanding Physical and Emotional Pain Yesterday was truly unforgettable. I had the joy of helping bring my granddaughter, Ella, into the world. She’s absolutely tiny and beautiful, and the birth happened quickly—in just about three hours. There was no time for the usual medical comforts like painkillers. Albert Einstein once gave a clever explanation of
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NLP States, UncategorizedCongruence – The Key to Authentic Communication In everyday language, congruence is a term borrowed from geometry, meaning alignment or agreement. But it also plays a vital role in human interaction. When we communicate congruently, all aspects of our expression align—our words, tone, body language, and emotions work in harmony. Communication Reflects Inner Experience Our
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NLP States, UncategorizedUnderstanding NLP States – Foundations of Our Reactions In Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), the term state refers to the combination of mental and physical conditions we experience at any given moment. These states are shaped by our interaction with the outside world, our physical well-being, and our thoughts and emotions. How States Influence Us Our internal
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NLP States, UncategorizedOur brains weren’t exactly built for modern life. Back in prehistoric times, it made perfect sense to react quickly to danger—whether that meant avoiding a predator or staying alert around rival tribes. In those situations, assuming the worst could literally save your life. Fast forward to today, and while our surroundings have evolved, our brains
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NLP States, UncategorizedQuestion: In your article on Auditory Digital Processing, you mention it’s not ideal for performance situations. What exactly do you mean by “performance situations”? Can you provide some examples? Answer: Performance situations are those moments where smooth, natural flow and presence are essential—times when being overly self-aware or mentally overanalyzing can get in the way
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NLP Resources, Your QuestionsQuestion:What is the difference between content and process? Answer:Understanding the difference between content and process is essential—especially in communication, relationships, and personal change. Content:This refers to what the conversation or issue is about. In a disagreement, for example, the content could be anything—money, parenting, chores, schedules, etc. It’s the subject matter, the topic on the
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NLP Resources, Your QuestionsQuestion:Hi,This might sound a bit unusual, but I’ve been wondering—if I use self-hypnosis and apply principles from the law of attraction, is it possible to influence other people’s emotions or decisions from a distance? Could I somehow shift external circumstances—things beyond my direct control—to work in my favor? Sort of like orchestrating my own version
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