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NLP is a multi-dimensional process that involves the development of behavioral competence and flexibility, but also involves strategic thinking and an understanding of the mental and cognitive processes behind behavior.
NLP provides tools and skills for the development of states of individual excellence, but it also establishes a system of empowering beliefs and presuppositions about what human beings are, what communication is and what the process of change is all about.
NLP was originated by John Grinder (whose background was in linguistics) and Richard Bandler (whose background was in mathematics and gestalt therapy) for the purpose of making explicit models of human excellence.
NLP is a model of communication that focuses on identifying and using patterns of thought that influence a person's behavior as a means of rapidly improving the quality and effectiveness of their lives.
The technique of NLP was originated by John Grinder (a specialist in linguistics) and Richard Bandler (whose background was in mathematics and gestalt therapy) for the purpose of making explicit models of human excellence.
NLP is used effectively for everything from achieving professional success in your chosen career to improving the quality of inter-personal relationships.