neurolinguistic programming

American  

[noor-oh-ling-gwis-tik proh-gram-ing, proh-gruh-ming, nyoor-oh‐] / ˈnʊr oʊ lɪŋˈgwɪs tɪk ˈproʊ græm ɪŋ, ˈproʊ grə mɪŋ, ˈnyʊr oʊ‐ /

noun

1. a method of modifying cognitive patterns, emotions, and behaviors, typically, self-improvement through learned imitation of the thoughts, feelings, and actions of high achievers or other successful models of a specific desired behavior.

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Etymology

Origin of neurolinguistic programming

Coined by Richard Bandler (born 1950), American psychologist, and John Grinder (born 1940), American linguist, in Changing with Families: A Book About Further Education for Being Human (1976), in which they claim a connection between neurological processes, language, and behavioral patterns learned through experience that can be changed to achieve life goals

Example Sentences

Brown’s approach caught a moment: neuroscience, “mind-hacking,” evolutionary psychology, and neurolinguistic programming were in the air.

From The New Yorker • Sep. 30, 2019

Raniere’s courses largely teach neurolinguistic programming techniques and introductory ethical and psychological theory, which students are encouraged to understand in the context of their own lives.

From New York Times • May 30, 2018

Not long before we reconnected, Cesar began independent coursework in neurolinguistic programming.

From The New Yorker • Nov. 10, 2014

“I grew up in New York City, and I saw people doing three-card monte,” said Haskel Straus, 64, who is retired from teaching business people a communication technique known as neurolinguistic programming.

From New York Times • Jun. 2, 2014

A woman I met said she had stayed two weeks with a shaman, working on neurolinguistic programming.

From Time Magazine Archive