Law 30: 'Kotodama and the Power of Japanese: The True Nature of the "Sounds" That Change Your Life'

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I am Manabi, a caregiver in my late 50s.

For a long time, I have been on a journey of "self-discovery."

While supporting others in the field of caregiving, I would suddenly wonder,
"Where is my heart right now?"
I felt that way many times.

But then one day,

I realized that the answer I was looking for
was within the "words I use every day."

■ Words are "sounds" and energy

In Japan, there has long been a concept called "Kotodama" (word spirit).

It is the idea that words contain not only meaning but also
"the power of the sound itself."

Japanese, in particular, has very clear vowel sounds, doesn't it?

These "sounds" act directly upon our bodies and minds.

For example—

・"A"... Energy that opens and expands
・"I"... A sharp, piercing power that goes straight through
・"U"... A power that draws inward and calms
・"E"... A power that pushes outward and expresses
・"O"... A power that embraces and stabilizes

This is not just knowledge; you can feel it in your body when you say them aloud.

When you say "Ah," your chest opens, and
when you say "Uu," it draws inward.

In other words, words are
sound switches that change your state.

■ The gentle vibration of the Japanese language

The habits of speech you use unconsciously
are creating your current reality.

In Japanese, there are many words that
harmonize the heart through both meaning and sound.

For example—

"Arigato" (Thank you)
→ It means "rare" or "precious," as in "it is difficult for something to exist"
 and carries the meaning of "being grateful."
→ The sound is also soft and opens the heart.

"Itadakimasu"
→ This is a phrase expressing gratitude for sustaining one's own life by "receiving" the life that was once living.
→ It resonates quietly within.
→ It resonates quietly within.

"Okagesama"
→ It comes from gratitude toward the invisible power (God) of the "shade" that hides and protects us, much like the shade of a tree.
→ It reminds us of our connection to those around us.
→ It reminds us of our connection to those around us.

Looking at it this way, the Japanese language has many words of gratitude, doesn't it?

■ Words first reach yourself

We tend to think that we use words "directed at someone else."

But in reality—
the very first person to receive those words is yourself.

I used to be someone who would

"I have to try harder"
"It's still not enough"

I kept saying those kinds of things to myself.

Every time I did, my body would tense up, and my mind could not rest.

Conversely,

"It's okay"
"You're doing well"

When I changed my words to these,
I felt the tension in my body suddenly release.

■ Words are a "choice that creates the future"

Words are not just communication.

・They are a mirror reflecting your current self, and
・they are also seeds that create your future self.

Depending on what sounds you choose,
your state of mind, your physical state,
and even your relationships with others will change.

■ Finally

To meet your "true self,"
you don't need anything special.

Start with just one thing today.

Try changing the words you use on yourself
to slightly gentler sounds.

And,

try speaking sincere and compassionate words
to the people around you as well.

Your words will provide a sense of security to others, and
ultimately return to you as a relationship of trust.