Are you consciously in control of your “state”?
The tension that grips you before a presentation.
The feeling of your mind going blank during a critical negotiation.
Or the anxiety and stress that seem to bubble up from nowhere in your daily life.
Every day, we are profoundly influenced by the invisible “state” of our minds.
But what if you could learn to control this state as easily as changing the channel on a television?
How dramatically would your performance in life and business improve?
The techniques I consistently teach through Body Speech—my original Ogata Method—are designed to do just that. At its core lies an ancient piece of Buddhist wisdom known as “Shinkui.”
- Shin (身): The actions of the Body (posture, gestures, breath)
- Ku (口): The actions of Speech (the words you use, your tone of voice)
- I (意): The actions of the Mind (your focus, your state of being)
When these three elements align, a person can achieve both inner peace and outer influence simultaneously. This is the essence of Body Speech, a system I have developed and refined over years of research, integrating this ancient wisdom with modern scientific insights.
Where the Pinnacle of the West Meets the Wisdom of the East
Recently, I had a breathtaking “rediscovery” that left me both moved and astonished.
It was the realization that this philosophy of Shinkui is not a uniquely Eastern concept.
Consider Tony Robbins, acclaimed as the world’s #1 coach, who has guided everyone from former U.S. Presidents to Hollywood superstars, elite athletes, and top CEOs.
- Former U.S. Presidents:
- Bill Clinton has publicly stated that he received coaching from Tony during the impeachment crisis.
- Donald Trump has also praised his books.
- Hollywood Celebrities:
- Leonardo DiCaprio
- Hugh Jackman
- Oprah Winfrey (a media queen in her own right, has attended his seminars)
- Top Athletes:
- Serena Williams (tennis legend)
- Andre Agassi (former world #1 tennis player)
- The Golden State Warriors (NBA powerhouse team)
At the heart of Tony’s coaching philosophy is a theory he calls “The Triad.”
According to him, our “state” is determined by the integration of three key elements:
- Physiology: How you use your body.
- Focus: What you direct your consciousness toward.
- Language: The words you use.
Do you see it now?
| Tony Robbins (The Triad) | Mayumi Ogata (Body Speech) | Buddhism (Shinkui) |
| Physiology | Use of the Body (Gestures, Breath, Posture) | Shin (Body) |
| Language | Choice of Words | Ku (Speech) |
| Focus | Consciousness, Being, Identity | I (Mind) |
This is no coincidence.
It is irrefutable proof that the pinnacle of Western self-development, after decades of practice and exploration, has arrived at the exact same summit as the ancient wisdom of the East, just by taking a different path.
The approach is different, but the truth is the same. And because it is a universal truth, anyone can practice it.
(Speaking of Tony, he is famous for his firewalk. So today, I tried creating an image with AI.)
A Universal Truth Anyone Can Practice
The fundamental truths of human performance and communication are universal, transcending culture and time.
That is why they are not reserved for a talented few.
- Change how you use your body, and your mind will change.
- Change your focus, and your world will change.
- Change the words you use, and your life will change.
You can begin to experience this simple yet powerful principle in your own body, starting today.
For example, before your next meeting.
Instead of just reading your notes, try this:
- Pull your shoulders back and breathe deeply (Physiology).
- Instead of thinking, “What if I fail?”, ask yourself, “How can I best contribute?” (Focus).
- Instead of saying, “This is going to be tough,” say out loud, “This is an interesting challenge” (Language).
Just by doing that, your “state” will shift, the “atmosphere” you project in the conference room will change, and ultimately, your results will change.
This universal truth—where ancient wisdom and cutting-edge self-development arrive at the same conclusion—is a journey of endless exploration.
If you are interested in more concrete ways to practice this art of “state management,” I invite you to read my other blog articles and look forward to my upcoming book.
Please also feel free to explore my “What is Body Speech?” page.
コメント