Which End of the Telescope Are You Seeing From?

“Wealth is a mindset, which money cannot buy.” – Dr Mehernosh J Randeria, Thoughtfully Yours, 2nd Edition

NLP Quote Corner

“One of the most important aspects of what human beings do is build beliefs. Beliefs are what trap most people in their problems. Unless you believe you can get over something, get through something, or get to something, there is little likelihood you will be able to do it. Your beliefs refer to your sense of certainty on some of your thoughts.” – Richard Bandler

One Minute NLP – The Magic of Rapport

Ever wondered why some people seem to connect instantly while others struggle to find common ground? In NLP, the concept of rapport is key to building strong, meaningful connections with others.

Rapport is all about creating a sense of harmony and understanding. One of the most effective ways to establish rapport is through mirroring. This involves subtly mimicking the other person’s body language, tone of voice, and even their choice of words. When done naturally, it can make the other person feel understood and comfortable.

For example, if your conversation partner is speaking slowly and softly, matching their pace and volume can help create a subconscious connection. Likewise, if they are using specific words or phrases, incorporating similar language into your responses can enhance the sense of mutual understanding.

NLP also emphasises the importance of matching sensory preferences. People tend to favour visual, auditory, or kinesthetic ways of processing information. By identifying and aligning with someone’s preferred sensory style — whether they say things like “I see what you mean,” “I hear you,” or “I feel that”—you can communicate more effectively and deepen your rapport.

Building rapport isn’t just about socialising; it’s a powerful tool for improving relationships, enhancing communication, and creating a positive impact in both personal and professional settings. So, next time you are interacting with someone, apply these NLP techniques and watch the magic of rapport unfold!

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Meta Magic – Which end of the Telescope are you seeing from?

John Maxwell shares this story in his book Be All You Can Be.

One day, little Bobby’s father came into the front room and saw the boy looking out on the street through the big end of a telescope.

He said, “Son, that’s not the way you look through a telescope. If you look through it that way, you make the objects look much smaller. A telescope is to make things look bigger.”

But Bobby smiled and said, “Daddy, the bully who’s always beating me up is out on the street. I turned the telescope around because he’s my main problem, and I want to see him smaller than he really is.”

My question to you is: How do you choose to see the world and the situations around you? Over-magnified or under-magnified?

Reply to this newsletter and let me know what insights you derived from this story.

Hook From The Book

“Nothing is easier for people who never do anything themselves than to criticize someone who actually makes an effort.” ― Fredrik Backman, Anxious People

Movie Motivation

“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” This dialogue from the movie Pursuit of Happyness reminds us that our current situation is a result of our choices. In NLP terminology, remind yourself how you can be in the cause mode (Victor mode) and not in the effect mode (Victim mode).

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Thoughtfully yours,

Mehernosh Randeria

NLP Master Trainer and Coach