NLP

When faced with a negative situation, reframe it by focusing on the positive intention behind it. For example, if someone criticizes you, consider it as an a…

Challenge generalizations by presenting counterexamples. If someone says 'I always fail,' ask them to recall a time when they succeeded.

In a conversation, chunk up by generalizing to find common ground, or chunk down by getting specific to solve a problem. For instance, 'What’s the broader pu…

Use analogies to make complex ideas more relatable. For example, describe the brain as 'like a computer' when explaining how it processes information.

When stuck, redefine the problem by shifting your focus. Instead of asking 'Why is this happening to me?' ask 'What can I learn from this?'

Influence others by embedding metaphors into your language. For example, 'Let’s plant the seed for future growth' subtly suggests taking small steps now for …

Explore issues at different logical levels—environment, behavior, skills, beliefs, identity—to understand the full picture. For example, 'How does this behav…

Before advising others, reflect on how you apply that advice to yourself. Ask, 'Do I follow this rule in my own life?'

Change the frame size by zooming in or out on an issue. For instance, ask 'What’s the bigger picture?' to expand the context, or 'What’s the smallest detail?…

When communicating, try to understand the other person’s 'model of the world'—their beliefs, values, and experiences that shape their perspective.

When evaluating a decision or belief, ask yourself, 'How do I know this is true?' This helps you examine the evidence and assumptions behind your thinking.

When someone behaves in a way that frustrates you, try to uncover the positive intention behind their action. Ask, 'What positive outcome might they be tryin…

When analyzing a situation, consider how each part fits into the whole system. Ask, 'How does this piece influence the entire picture?'