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A Mindful Introduction To Neuro Linguistic Programming

You will learn the basics of NLP, a powerful model and set of tools that impact well-being, communication, and learning. Because our neurology, language, and physiology - thought, word, and deed - are all connected, how we think, speak, and act, moves us in every way including in our spirit. We are always being influenced, receiving information from the external world, and our internal scripts. In other words, we are always neuro-linguistically programming ourselves. The study of Neuro Linguistic Programming ensures that you are doing so in the now that you want, to be authentic and aligned to your values and outcomes. People run their lives, from the inside out, and if not firmly in the driver's seat, they can find themselves in trouble! Join me on this introductory course and you will become familiar with core principles and some simple tools that are the difference in your life that makes the difference to the quality of your life.

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Meet your Teacher

Jan Russell

Faro District, Portugal

Dr Janice Russell is a double-certified teacher of Neuro Linguistic Programming and a long-serving teacher of mindful practices here on Insight Timer. She is the author of the Rocking the Crone series and several other programs informed by evidence-based psychology, life, and mindfulness teaching. Jan is a creative teacher, conversational and informed, and enjoys sharing stories and examples to make her points. She teaches NLP to the master level and has learned directly from the founding fathers. She is accredited by ANLP International and practices ethically and accessibly.

7 Days

646 students

4.6 stars

10 min / day

Clarity

English

Lesson 1

Introducing Neuro Linguistic Programming

In this session, you will hear some definitions of NLP and begin your discovery of how an attitude of curiosity aligned with the right questions can open up a more flexible and powerful way of understanding how we create our own experiences. This session has tutor input, story, and reflexive questions to begin your practice and learning

Lesson 2

Filtering And Representing Information Through The Senses

In this session, you will continue to hear propositions of NLP and bring into awareness how we filter information through our senses. You will learn how to begin to notice the differences between people you meet in how they show their preferences. The session is a mix of tutor input, story, and suggested practice.

Lesson 3

The Well-Formed Outcome

Many people set goals, achieve some, and lose others. Yet everything we do has an outcome. In this session you will enjoy a powerful means of setting a well -formed outcome which observes several tried and tested principles to give you the very best chance of achieving what you want to. An input and interactive exercise session,

Lesson 4

The Art And Science Of Influence

In this session, you will learn the basic principles and some simple tools from the NLP Milton Model. This model was constructed after studying the language patterns and techniques of Milton Erikson, a hypnotherapist who worked with people from a position of deep rapport and with simple language tools. This session is a mix of tutor input, stories, and exercises. You will learn to speak to yourself and others with more effective intention,

Lesson 5

Digging Deep

In this session, you learn very simple tools for mining into the foundations of the mind to shift or move unhelpful or restrictive thinking patterns. These tools come from the Meta Model in NLP, constructed through studying exceptionally effective communicators in the field of psychotherapy. Tutor input and interactive practice.

Lesson 6

The Presuppositions

In this session, you will learn some of the presuppositions, or belief statements, that facilitate the effective and powerful use of NLP. These presuppositions embed the spirit of compassion, of being realistic and forgiving, and allow you to practice effectively with an open and uncluttered mind.

Lesson 7

In Sum, The Mindful Use Of NLP

In this final session, you will hear a summary of key points that you will have covered in this introductory course and how they link to everyday mindful practice. You will leave being able to practice the tools and be ready to listen to any of the sessions again.

4.6 (47)

Recent Reviews

Kat

December 12, 2025

The concepts were clearly explained with lots of helpful examples. NLP is fascinating and I want to go deeper. Will continue learning about it, starting with buying your book, Dr Russell.

Patrik

December 6, 2025

This is a course for entirely normal people, with no neurodivergent brain, no anxiety, no depression, no trauma, who is not in their shadow or in any toxic relationships. Personal and energetic boundaries are not discussed: just use positive language and self talk and life will change. The course in itself is ok, but the NLP model is just so superficial and should come with a huge warning symbol. Checkout courses in manifestation instead.

Riona

November 7, 2025

I learned so much in this course that's already helped me. Thank you so much!

Lisa

July 23, 2025

so helpful

Karin

July 13, 2025

This course is absolutely brilliant. It totally changed my attitude to how language can be used to take control of everyday life.

Renee

February 24, 2025

Wow, great course! So many helpful ways to reframe our thinking. Once again, thank you for sharing your talents and knowledge.

Morgana

February 4, 2025

Great intro! Thank you 🥰

Silke

February 3, 2025

Thank you very much for this course. It is a great challenge to give an introduction to such a method and you have done it well. You give pratictal tips which can bei used immediately. I'm motivated to use the method and to learn more about it!🙏

Sue

January 22, 2025

I love Dr Russell’s programs!

Carol

January 8, 2025

Very helpful and I would like to continue to learn more. I look forward to other courses and meditations from you. Be well and Namaste ❤️

Wendy

January 7, 2025

I really enjoyed this, thank you! I’m always looking to improve my communication skills. Definitely going to look at some of your other work 🥰

Mardene

December 22, 2024

So helpful as always. Thank you. I look forward to your mediations and courses

Rick

December 10, 2024

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