What Is Intuition

Intuition is our inner compass, guiding us without logical reasoning. It’s the subtle nudges, the gut feelings, and the “knowing” that transcends rational thought.

Intuition is the ability to acquire knowledge or understanding without conscious reasoning or needing an explanation. It's a kind of inner knowing that arises from a deep place within you, often described as the gut, heart, or soul. It can manifest in different ways, like a sudden feeling, a hunch, or a physical sensation.

Imagine your mind as a forest. Intuition is like a wise, old teacher who guides you with calm wisdom on the path through the forest. The monkey mind, on the other hand, is a mischievous monkey swinging from branch to branch, distracting you with doubts and anxieties.

Intuition vs. Monkey Mind

• Intuition (The Inner Knowing): A calm, clear, and grounded feeling arising from a deep place within. It can manifest as a sudden knowing, a subtle feeling, or even a physical sensation. It aligns with your values and inner wisdom. 

Example: You have a sudden urge to take a different route home, avoiding an accident.

• Monkey Mind (The Inner Chatterbox): Stems from the overthinking mind, constantly analyzing, judging, and worrying. It feels busy, scattered, and anxious. It's a stream of thoughts, doubts, and fears.  Monkey Mind refers to a state of restlessness, mental chatter, and a lack of focus. It's a metaphor used to describe the constant activity of the analytical mind that jumps from thought to thought, often filled with worry, doubt, and overthinking.The term comes from Chinese, literally translating to "heart-mind monkey" It’s a continuous stream of thoughts, doubts, and fears. Unlike intuition, which is calm and insightful, the monkey mind is chaotic and judgmental.

Example: You constantly second-guess a decision, analyzing every possible outcome.