What Is Intuition?Understanding and Strengthening Your Inner Guidance

At Intuitive Therapy PLLC, we believe that healing begins with reconnecting to your inner wisdom—and intuition is at the heart of that process. But what exactly is intuition?

Intuition Is Your Inner Knowing

Intuition is your inner knowing—a deep, instinctive sense of truth or direction that arises without the need for logical reasoning. It’s often described as a “gut feeling,” an inner voice, or a sudden insight that seems to appear out of nowhere. While it may feel mysterious, intuition is a natural and powerful part of the human experience.

Where Does Intuition Come From?

Intuition isn’t just magic or wishful thinking. It’s rooted in a few interconnected sources:

1. Subconscious Processing

Your brain processes an enormous amount of information beneath your awareness. Intuition is often the result of your mind making rapid connections based on past experiences, patterns, and stored knowledge—even if you can’t consciously explain the insight.

2. Body Awareness

Your body picks up on emotional energy, subtle cues, and environmental shifts before your mind catches up. That’s why you might feel uneasy about a person or situation without a clear reason. Your body knows before your brain understands.

3. Inner Wisdom or Spiritual Insight

Many people experience intuition as a connection to something greater—your higher self, spirit, or the universe. In this view, intuition is a sacred compass that guides you toward what is true and aligned.

How Does Intuition Feel?

Everyone experiences intuition differently, but here are some common ways it can show up:

• A gut feeling: A deep sense of knowing without needing proof.
  

• Physical sensations: Chills, warmth, tightness, or lightness in the body.
  

• Sudden insight: A clear idea or realization that pops into your mind effortlessly.
  

• Energetic pull: A draw toward (or away from) something or someone—often hard to explain, but very real.
  

Intuition vs. Fear & Overthinking

It’s not always easy to tell the difference between intuition and fear. Here's how to tell them apart:

• Intuition feels calm, clear, and grounded—even if it points to a hard decision.
  

• Fear feels urgent, anxious, and chaotic—often tied to overthinking, doubt, or past wounds.
  

When you learn to recognize the voice of intuition, you become better equipped to navigate life with clarity and self-trust.

Why Is Intuition Important?

Intuition is more than just a feeling—it’s a valuable inner resource. It can:

• Guide you in making aligned, soulful decisions.
  

• Help you sense opportunities or red flags before they become obvious.
  

• Deepen your connection to your authentic self.
  

• Strengthen your confidence and self-trust over time.

4 Ways to Strengthen Your Intuition Through Asking and Trusting

Like any relationship, your connection with your intuition gets stronger with attention and practice. Here are four ways to begin:

1. Start with Small Decisions

Intuition is like a muscle. Try practicing with simple, low-stakes choices throughout your day:

• “Do I want tea or coffee right now?”
  

• “Should I call this friend today?”
  

• “Is this the best route to take?”
  

Notice your first feeling or reaction before logic steps in. The intuitive response often comes quickly and quietly.

2. Yes/No Body Awareness Exercise

Use your body as a compass. Try this simple practice:

• Sit or stand comfortably.
  

• Ask yourself a clear yes/no question (e.g., “Is my name ___?”).
  

• Observe the sensation. Does your body feel light, open, and expansive (yes)? Or heavy, tight, and resistant (no)?
  

Over time, you’ll start to notice patterns. If this feels difficult at first, ask someone else to pose yes/no questions and focus on your physical response.

3. Use Visualization

When facing a decision, visualize each option clearly. Close your eyes and imagine yourself choosing each path.

• Do you feel peace, ease, or excitement? (That’s often a yes.)
  

• Do you feel dread, tightness, or discomfort? (That could be a no.)
  

Your emotional and energetic responses offer valuable insights before your logical mind has a chance to overanalyze.

4. Record and Reflect

Keep an intuition journal to build awareness of how your intuition speaks to you. Write down moments when you had a gut feeling and whether you followed it. Ask yourself:

• When have I ignored my intuition—and regretted it?
  

• When have I trusted it—and things worked out?
  

• How did my intuition show up in those moments (a feeling, thought, sensation, or knowing)?
  

Over time, you’ll gain confidence in recognizing and trusting your inner guidance.

Final Thoughts

Your intuition is already within you—reliable, wise, and ready to be heard. At Intuitive Therapy PLLC, we’re here to help you reconnect with that inner voice so you can navigate life with more clarity, confidence, and alignment.

If you’re curious about exploring intuition more deeply through therapy, we’d love to support you on that journey. Reach out to schedule a call to learn more.