Going With Your Gut: How To Self Calibrate
The idea that we can use intuition, gut feelings, and instinct to guide us throughout each day is the stuff of legends. Some say that we have an intuitive sixth sense instilled in us before we are even born — and this sense can be a gift or a curse. But what if you're not sure how or when to trust your first impression? This blog post will teach you how your gut works. In turn, you'll be able to make better decisions about everything from where to eat for breakfast on a Sunday morning to deciding whether or not it's time for "a change.
Gut check your way to the right path
Everyone feels a little nervous before trying something new. It's normal. Part of the reason this kind of nervousness exists is because you're still deciding if you are doing what's best for you. Before you had any say in the matter, your gut was guiding your decisions. Your subconscious knew what was right for you and made it happen without second-guessing things too much. It decided between good and bad food, kept your safe from harm, and made sure things were going smoothly in your life so that you didn't have to worry about anything at all. Your emotions made you feel good or bad about things. If you felt good, you knew it was right. You didn't need to examine why or overthink the situation. Your gut knew that everything was okay and was able to send signals of peace and calm through your body to keep you in a place of contentment and happiness.
When did it all change?
As we grow older, our gut instincts may come back in times of need, but they are subtle. We don't necessarily feel as much as we notice subtle cues telling us what's right and what's wrong. For this reason, some people fail to trust their gut feelings entirely. They aren't sure how to pay attention to their intuition or what they should be looking for. But the truth is, your gut will send you signs. Yes — it is subtle. This can make it difficult to recognize the signs your body wants to give you. But the further you learn to trust your gut feelings, the easier it will be to receive these subtle signs.
Getting to know your body
The good news is that you can learn to listen to the messages your gut instincts are sending you. Doing so will help you make decisions that are right for you, and it will even help in moments of crisis. Start by getting to know your body. If a blue jay lands on your arm, does it mean something is wrong? Maybe a simple touch from the bird is enough to make you think something isn't quite right with the world — or maybe not. Could it be that you don't like birds in general and the simple fact that this bird is sitting on your arm is enough to make you feel anxious? It's important to recognize these subtle clues and observe them carefully. Even if they are only coincidences, learning how your body reacts in every situation can help you tune into your gut feelings when they matter most.
Learn to trust
When you first start paying attention to the things your body does when you're nervous, it may not make sense at first. You will see signs of happiness and calmness even when there is nothing causing you to feel those emotions. The more familiar you become with the way your body reacts to things, though, the more easily identifiable these cues become. You may feel a certain tingling sensation on the surface of your skin when you touch something. You may notice that your heart beats a little faster and that you are breathing in a more rapid manner when you're on the way to meet an important client. While these feelings may not mean anything, they can help keep you safe and secure if you learn to trust them. It's important to note that these feelings will not always mean something serious; sometimes, they are there simply to let your brain know that things are going well and all is right with the world.
Identify the importance of intuition
Memory is important, but it shouldn't be all you use to determine what's right for yourself. We depend on our memory to tell us what to do, but your gut feelings can tell you the same thing without remembering it yourself. They are able to remember things for you and make better decisions for you than you can. That's why listening to your gut is one of the best decisions a person can make.
Conclusion
It can be difficult to recognize the signs your body is sending you, but it's important that you do in order to have complete peace of mind. Go through the steps above and learn how your body works to find a way to appreciate your gut feelings. We all tend to not listen to our gut feelings because we're worried about other things. The idea that we are supposed to just listen to them and trust them seems like too much of a burden if you're trying to live a normal life. But once you gain confidence in taking action based on these feelings, you will see they can help keep you safe and secure while helping your life run smoothly.