Mindworks : Unlock the Promise Within : NLP Tools for Building a Better Life [Hardcover]

Anne Linden (Author), Kathrin Perutz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1997

A self-help manual shows readers how to use the techniques of neuro-linguistic programming to free themselves from self-destructive habits, release their creativity, and draw on their mental resources to achieve their goals. 10,000 first printing."

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Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), a group of psychological techniques developed in the early 1970s, has been a huge influence on today's motivational writers (particularly Tony Robbins). As its name suggests, NLP is based on the idea that the human mind is a sort of computer; our verbal and body language are the programming that allows us to change our thoughts and influence other people. Anneé Linden, director of an NLP training center in New York City, provides easy-to-understand descriptions of techniques such as mimicking someone's movements to create an instant sense of rapport and intimacy, or creating a conditioned response in yourself to feel certain emotions on demand. Some might find these techniques uncomfortably manipulative, but Linden says people do them on an unconscious level anyway; NLP is just a new way of coming to terms with what you already know.

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Anne Linden weaves the instruction into an upbeat, conversational delivery, with sample dialog, examples, and metaphors. Mindworks is a first-rate beginner s guide to NLP. --Judith E. Pearson, Ph.D., author of Weight, Hypnotherapy and You, Licensed Professional Counselor, and certified hypnotherapist and NLP trainer

This is a beautiful book. Not only is it full of delightful insights, it is written in the most elegant absorbing way. --Sue Knight, author of NLP at Work, and International, Consultant, Trainer, and Coach --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 278 pages
• Publisher: Andrews Mcmeel Pub; First Edition edition (October 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0836221680
• ISBN-13: 978-0836221688
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,275,085 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great practical introduction, August 10, 1999

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"madforit50" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mindworks (Paperback)

NLP can get pretty complicated with its extensive jargon and theories. Mindworks, by keeping in mind who its audience is, presents NLP in a easy-to-follow, personal style with loads of NLP techniques one can use immediately. The organization of the material is EXCELLENT; I really wish more NLP books would follow this sort of plan. Moreover, Anne Linden deftly uses real-world examples and short stories. Really, it's the clearest, most practical explanation I've ever read.

I recommend this one with NLP Comprehensive's "NLP: The Technology of Achievement." The only thing lacking with Mindworks is an extensive set of useful, thorough exercises which the latter book does offer. Read Mindworks for the theory, and "NLP: The Technology of Achievement" to practice it.

44 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I have read a LOT of books on NLP..., December 15, 1999

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Gerry Thorpe (Toronto) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mindworks (Paperback)

...this one is good for several reasons: 1. The chapters are short and to the point. 2. There is a large number of exercises that provide a way for you to explore and apply the techniques.

All in all, this is one of the better NLP books I have read

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!, January 2, 1999

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Rob McCarter (Belmont, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mindworks : Unlock the Promise Within : NLP Tools for Building a Better Life (Hardcover)

As a licensed psychotherapist, I am constantly searching for tools to assist me in helping my clients "maximize their potentials." I have found the tools offered through Anne's book, "Mindworks" to be just what "the doctor (or shall I say, 'mechanic') ordered." Of all the NLP books I've read, this one IS the best. The author's writing style and frequent use of metaphor's greatly enhances the book's message and application. I plan to read and reference, "Mindworks" many times as I want to access Anne's many tools of wisdom. Thank you, Anne!