Body Mind Programming (BMP): Taking Neuro Programming Forward for Wikiypedia draft
Body Mind Programming (BMP): Taking Neuro Programming Forward for Wikipedia draft
Raj Kumar Dham Cocreator of BMP and HMA(Heart Mind Approach), Life Coach
Body Mind Programming (BMP) is a holistic approach to personal transformation and self-improvement that integrates the body, mind, and spirit. Developed by Raj Kumar Dham and Professor Dr. K.N. Krishnaswamy of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, BMP is a 7-step process that combines neuroscience, psychology, yoga, meditation, visualization, affirmations, and physical relaxation to reprogram the mind and body for optimal performance. It combines Eastern Wisdom and Western Modern Science.
Principles
BMP is based on the understanding that all inputs from our senses, actions, and experiences are recorded in our neural network as Engrams, a unit of memory that includes feelings and emotions. These cumulative records form "programs" that control or influence our behavior, habits, attitudes, mindset, and reactions. While some programs are desirable, others are not. BMP provides a systematic procedure for changing undesired programs and developing desired ones.
Neuroscience Basis
BMP is grounded in neuroscience research, which reveals that the human brain/nervous system cannot distinguish between a real experience and a vividly imagined experience. This insight led to the development of 'Synthetic Experience', a systematic procedure for creating vividly imagined experiences that can reprogram the mind and body. Additionally, BMP leverages the brain's goal-striving mechanism, which is activated through the first step of Preparation, helping individuals clarify their vision, mission, and goals.
Methodology
The BMP process consists of 7 steps:
1. Preparation: Identify and clarify goals and intentions
2. Alignment: Focus attention and intention on the goal
3. Entry: Enter a meditative state and access the subconscious mind; in BMP it is called the "Beautiful State". The concept of the " Beautiful State" is central to Body Mind Programming (BMP). It refers to a state of being characterized by feeling of happiness, calmness, and inner peace. In this sate , people are more receptive to positive suggestions, and their minds are more open to new ideas and perspectives. The Beautiful State is achieved through a combination of breathwork, meditation, and visualization techniques, which help to calm the mind, balance the emotions, and align the body's energy.
4. Programming: Reprogram the subconscious mind with positive affirmations and visualizations
5. Surrender: Let go of attachment to the outcome and trust in the process
6. Exit: Gradually return to a state of full awareness
7. Follow-up: Integrate insights and changes into daily life
Operating the Body Mind System: The Role of Thoughts and Emotions.
Applications
BMP has been applied in various settings to improve the quality of life of individuals. Some notable applications include:
- Hospital Environment: BMP has been used to improve the quality of life of patients and caregivers in hospital environments.
- Education: BMP has been integrated into the curriculum of a school in a village as part of the "I Am The Sky" program.
- Creative Problem-Solving: BMP has been used as a tool for finding creative solutions to problems.
Comparison with NLP
While BMP shares some similarities with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), it differs in its systematic 7-step approach and its emphasis on Synthetic Experience. BMP's structured methodology provides a clear and reproducible process for personal transformation, setting it apart from NLP.
References
Subconscious Mind
1. Freud, S. (1915). The unconscious. International Journal of Psycho-Analysis, 6(2), 131-154.
2. Jung, C. G. (1960). The collected works of C.G. Jung, Vol. 8: The structure & dynamics of the psyche. Princeton University Press.
Body-Mind Linkages
1. Damasio, A. R. (2004). Looking for Spinoza: Joy, sorrow, and the feeling brain. Harvest Books.
2. Goleman, D. (1995). Emotional intelligence: Why it can matter more than IQ. Bantam Books.
Visualization and Imagination
1. Kornspan, A. S. (2009). Visualization in sports: A review of the literature. Journal of Sports Sciences, 27(12), 1313-1324.
2. Sheikh, A. A. (2002). Handbook of therapeutic imagery techniques. Brunner-Routledge.
Automatic Goal Striving Mechanism
1. Bargh, J. A., & Chartrand, T. L. (1999). The unbearable automaticity of being. In R. S. Wyer & T. K. Srull (Eds.), Advances in social cognition (Vol. 12, pp. 1-49). Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
2. Custers, R., & Aarts, H. (2010). The unconscious will: How the pursuit of goals operates outside of conscious awareness. Science, 329(5987), 47-50.
Neuro-Association and Conditioning
1. Hebb, D. O. (1949). The organization of behavior: A neuropsychological theory. Wiley.
2. Pavlov, I. P. (1927). Conditioned reflexes: An investigation of the physiological activity of the cerebral cortex. Oxford University Press.
Stress Management and Breathing
1. Benson, H. (1975). The relaxation response. William Morrow Paperbacks.
2. Kabat-Zinn, J. (2003). Mindfulness-based interventions in context: Past, present, and future. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 10(2), 144-156.
Other Relevant References
1. Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The exercise of control. Freeman.
2. Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow: The psychology of optimal experience. Harper & Row.
3. Lutz, A., Dunne, J., & Davidson, R. (2007). Meditation and the neuroscience of consciousness: An introduction. In P. D. Zelazo, M. Moscovitch, & E. Thompson (Eds.), The Cambridge handbook of consciousness (pp. 497-553). Cambridge University Press.
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