“I’m speaking with all my heart, but my message just isn’t getting through…”
“I choose my words carefully, but I still end up being misunderstood…”
Have you ever felt a wall like this in your communication?
In fact, according to research from MIT and Oxford University, around 70% of communication errors stem from how differently each of us interprets the same words.
In other words, the very “words” we rely on might be the cause of our disconnections.
Hello. I’m Mayumi Ogata, a Public Speaking Performance Coach.
What if there was a way to move beyond the limits of words and convey your message with your entire being? Wouldn’t you want to know how?
That is the essence of what I teach: Body Speech.
An Impromptu Speech on My “Origin Story”
Rather than just explaining, let me show you. Please watch this recent impromptu speech, where I spoke from the heart with no script at all.
This is not a display of technique. It is my origin story.
What is Body Speech? The Art of Making Your Words Visible
Thank you for watching.
The “Body Speech” I wanted to convey in my talk is not just a collection of speaking techniques or skills to make a presentation look good.
It is the art of drawing out the power of your very presence and making your words visible.
Unconsciously, we perceive a vast amount of information beyond words.
- People who make you feel at ease just by being around them.
- People with a presence so strong it changes the energy of a room when they walk in.
- People whose words are kind, but you can’t help but feel they aren’t being completely genuine.
What creates this difference is the alignment of your inner state (what you feel in your heart) and your outer expression (your face, voice, and posture).
Body Speech enables this alignment, allowing you to infuse your words with your authentic energy and deliver them directly to the heart of your listener.
Why I Spoke “As I Am”
Why did I choose to share my personal story in an unscripted, impromptu format, rather than delivering a perfectly prepared speech?
It’s because I wanted to prove the value of Body Speech with my own presence.
As a coach, I sometimes feel the pressure to be perfect.
People often say to me, “This must be easy for you, Ms. Ogata.” But the truth is, my heart is always pounding, about to leap out of my chest!
But even if I might embarrass myself, even if my legs are shaking, I am committed to always challenging myself.
My strength and my weakness, the light and the shadow—it’s all part of who I am.
The stories I shared in my speech—about the sister I lost in a violent incident, my broken family, and the darkness of my past…
It was precisely because of that pain and conflict that I was forced to confront the “feelings that words alone cannot convey,” which ultimately led me to discover the Body Speech method.
This video is a reflection of me, “as I am.”
By honestly showing my imperfect self, still in the process of growing, I hope to connect, even in a small way, with anyone else who is struggling with not being heard.
Become a Person Who Connects, Just by Being Yourself
Thank you for reading this far.
Body Speech is not just for special occasions like speeches or presentations.
It is a “way of being” that can be applied to all forms of communication—from daily conversations and online meetings to dialogues with your loved ones.
When your very presence communicates, we become freer. We can connect more deeply with others, and with the world. This is what I truly believe.
Would you like to incorporate this “way of communicating beyond words” into your own life?
▶︎ For Those Who Want to Learn Body Speech Systematically at Your Own Pace
My Udemy online course offers a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals and applications of Body Speech. You can open a new door to expression from anywhere in the world, at a time that works for you.
▶︎ For Those Who Want to Learn Directly from Me and Unlock Your Full Potential
In my one-on-one personal coaching sessions, I offer a fully customized program tailored to your unique situation and goals. Together, let’s explore the kind of expressive power that can transform your life.
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