Forest of Words: 11

By shutting off "vision," engaging in deep introspection, and creating an environment conducive to dialogue with others, might not the thoughts and fundamental ideas that are important to that person emerge as words from the depths of their being?

Posted September 4, 2024
What becomes visible when you "can't see": What is Blind Communication?

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Based on this hypothesis, Yuta Ishii, from PR Consulting Dentsu Inc., developed an unprecedented new workshop method called "Blind Communication." Its unique feature is that all participants wear blindfolds. With the facilitator's assistance, they search for words hidden deep within their hearts, confronting themselves and conversing with others. The workshop is being utilized for corporate purpose alignment and youth career support, with expectations for its application in resident-led community development. Leading the workshop's development alongside Ishii was Kensuke Ishii, who lost his sight in 2016 and now works as a blind communicator. He aims to "connect the visible and invisible worlds in a pop way." Those in the visible world learn from the invisible world. Such a society is beginning.