The idiom “thinking of a blue elephant up a pink tree” refers to the act of constantly talking about the things that you DON’T want, instead of talking about things that you do want. A lot of people fall into this trap, and that’s the reason why they fail to …
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Using “towards language” is great but there are times when you have to deal with problem situations, conflicting situations, and crisis. In such instances, it is also a good idea to use “away from” language. Words such as solve, prevent, and fix are all examples of away from language. The …
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Have you ever tried watercress? You’ll find it in the salad section of your supermarket all year round – very often forgotten and underestimated. However, if you haven’t already, it’s high time you added it to your menu! Watercress is one of the oldest known vegetables. Persians, ancient Greeks, Romans …
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One of the fundamental tenets of Neuro-Linguistic Programming is that our language affects our behaviour. The words we use and even the verbs we infuse in our conversation can make or break just about anything. One NLP tip that you should be aware of is using “towards language”. This is …
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How are you doing with your New-Year Resolutions? Have you given up already? Well, if you have, don’t worry, you’re not the only one. On average, people give up their New-Year resolutions by 9th January! Pathetic? … well, maybe a little … but understandable. Why Do People Set New-Year Resolutions? …
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Using a combination of inducing desire for reward and fear of punishment is a great way to motivate others. In idiomatic terms, this is known as triggering action “by the carrot or stick”. A good way to do this is to point out the advantages, rewards, and benefits of a …
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