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How sensory-rich language (visual, auditory, kinesthetic) makes the metaphor "real" to the subconscious.
Because the story happens to a fictional character, a different person, or even an animal, the client does not feel personally threatened or judged. david gordon therapeutic metaphors pdf
David Gordon’s (1978) is a foundational text in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) that details how to systematically construct and deliver stories to facilitate psychological change.
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Stories distract the conscious mind, allowing the unconscious mind to absorb the underlying message without resistance.
David Gordon Therapeutic Metaphors PDF: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing Through Stories a different person
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: Keep descriptions general enough so the client can "fill in the blanks" with their own experience.