140. Instinct vs Intuition
Have you ever thought of the difference between instinct and intuition? Nope, me neither - until NOW!
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Hello darling heart, and welcome to this episode of the Drink Less, live better podcast.
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-:email club where I share resources, wisdom, insights, and glimmers of hope and joy. I hope you enjoy this episode. Let's get straight to it. Instinct and intuition.
-:I've been thinking a lot about instinct and intuition recently and the differences between them.
-:My thinking has come about because I was conflicted about a situation.
-:I really want to think that I am intuitive, but something happened a long time ago that had me also believing I didn't want to be intuitive.
-:I had a thought about something that might or might not happen in the future and I did not want that thought to become a reality.
-:I was really anxious because if I had thought this thing would happen then perhaps it would, and let me tell you now the thing
-:I was thinking about happening was truly awful, absolutely the worst thing.
-:This thought had haunted me, and I really do mean haunted, for 15 years.
-:I've got a new perspective on it now.
-:The reason I was having that recurring thought was, in fact, because of instinct and not intuition.
-:I had assumed it was intuition because I hadn't thought too deeply about my language around the situation.
-:I'd only thought a lot about the potential situation itself.
-:I had also never mentioned my particular thought out loud to anyone ever until very recently.
-:It was too big and frankly too terrifying.
-:I'm pretty used to being scared and having my life take new and unexpected directions, but this really was a step too far and too scary.
-:So now that thought that I had, I'm considering it as a thought born out of instinct, and I'm really happy to say that my
-:instinct was actually wrong on this subject.
-:I feel far happier telling you that the thought I had and the feelings I experienced following that thought were instinctively wrong rather than intuitively wrong.
-:Why does that feel more comfortable to me? Let's explore.
-:Instinct and intuition are often used interchangeably, but these concepts actually hold distinct characteristics that can
-:help guide us through life's many choices.
-:Understanding disparity between instinct and intuition helps us to understand and deploy different aspects to our decision making processes.
-:Okay. 1st, let's have a look at the innate wisdom of instinct.
-:Instinct is deeply rooted in our evolutionary history.
-:It's the primal force that has ensured the survival of our species.
-:It's the automatic rapid response to external stimuli hardwired into our biological makeup over many many years.
-:If we picture a gazelle swiftly evading a lurking predator or a newborn baby sinking comfort, these are examples of instinct in action.
-:Instinct operates on a subconscious level, bypassing conscious thought processes.
-:It's characterised by its immediacy and reliability, serving as a swift and efficient mechanism for decision making in situations that demand quick responses.
-:The flight or fight fight flight or fight response is a classic example of instinct at play, triggering a cascade of physiological
-:reactions designed to ensure our survival in the face of perceived or real threats.
-:In the professional realm, instinct often looks like gut feelings Seasoned entrepreneurs may attribute their success to a
-:finely tuned business instinct that guides them through complex negotiations or perhaps strategic decision making.
-:Whilst instinct might lack the rationale of conscious thought, it draws from a wealth of accumulated experiences and evolutionary wisdom.
-:And then the subtle whisper of intuition.
-:In contrast to the rapid and primal nature of instinct, intuition operates on a more nuanced and reflective level.
-:It's often described as a quiet inner knowing that transcends logic and reason.
-:Intuition taps into the deep well of our subconscious, drawing connections between seemingly unrelated pieces of information
-:Unlike instinct, intuition is not bound by immediate threats or survival needs.
-:Instead, it emerges as a subtle guidance system offering perspectives that may not be immediately apparent.
-:Intuition often surfaces in moments of quiet contemplation, allowing us to tap into our inner wisdom and make decisions that
-:align with our values and our aspirations.
-:In the professional sphere, intuition can be a valuable asset for leaders navigating complex scenarios.
-:It might guide someone in making decisions that align with their business long term vision or help a creative professional uncover innovative solutions to challenging problems.
-:Intuition often thrives in environments where creativity and lateral thinking are prized, offering account balance to the structured and analytical approaches often instinct.
-:Looking back, the recurring terrifying thought I was living with was born out of a primal experience, one that included survival,
-:one where flight or fight were in the forefront of my unconscious mind.
-:I now see it as an instinctive response and not an intuitive one and one that I'm happy to now let go of.
-:The distinction between instinct and intuition is probably going to support me in my future decision making.
-:While I now know that instinct provides rapid and reliable responses in high stakes situations, intuition adds depth and foresight to my choices.
-:Cultivating an awareness of the difference between these two empowers me to embrace a more balanced approach to decision making.
-:Let's acknowledge the unique strengths of both our instinct and intuition and let us use this knowledge to enhance what we
-:already know about our own resilience, our wisdom and our purpose. Thank you for listening in today. Come back again next week.
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