What is NLP?

Neuro-Linguistic Programming, or NLP, is a coaching modality that utilizes the power of language and somatic awareness to become aware of and break down the mental barriers we create for ourselves. We create these barriers and the stories or belief systems that support them, based on our experiences and social conditioning. These roadblocks are referred to as limiting beliefs.

Neuro refers to our neuropathways and nervous system and the way that we internalize the outside world through our physical senses. Linguistic refers to the use of language and the way that we make sense of our felt senses through our lived language. Programming refers to how we interpret the world and manage our daily actions, choices, and behaviors.

What are Limiting Beliefs?

A limiting belief is a state of mind, story, or judgment that you believe to be true. This belief could be about yourself, others, or your worldview and limits you from your full potential.

Limiting beliefs are self-deprecating and hold you back from growing as an individual. They manifest in our professional, social, and intimate relationships. Our limiting beliefs show up verbally, in our body language, and as defense mechanisms.

Do I have limiting beliefs?

Limiting beliefs are different for everyone. Research has shown that there are some commonly shared limiting beliefs:

I am not good enough.
I am not unique.
I can not do it.
I don't have time.
I am not smart enough.
I have to change or fix ____ before I can ____.

Although these limiting beliefs seem to be absolute truths, they do not have to be. NLP techniques and a somatic approach help to identify our embodied limiting beliefs and provide a path to freedom from their negative impacts on your life.