Phrase your goals so that they best express your complete desire. For instance, if you want to have a partner, instead of making your goal “Meet someone special,” make it “Live my life with someone I truly love. " A goal that sounds satisfying to you will motivate you more than a goal that only expresses a step in the plan.

What can I do to feel better? In what ways would I like to change my life? How will my life improve if I make these changes?

Picture people or things that make you feel bad turning darker and moving further away. Picture people or things that make you feel good turning brighter and coming closer to you. Notice how all these changes make you feel.

If you hear yourself thinking something like, “You’ll never get this done,” repeat the message but with a distorted sound. Make it sound like a goofy cartoon character, like Donald Duck or Spongebob. Notice how different versions of the voice make you feel.

Now add a different ending, one that you like better. Notice how you feel about the experience.

When you next want to experience this feeling, visualize the square in front of you. Step into it, and notice how you feel.

Consider keeping a diary where you track your NLP practice and results. Talk to a mental health counselor about what you are doing with NLP.

There are profession-specific classes available in many cities. Consider getting a training for everyone at your place of work. While NLP is no longer considered a valid psychological tool, many places of work find it useful for inspiring a positive attitude in their team.

See a therapist. Try cognitive-behavioral therapy. Experiment with mindfulness practices