Techniques to Develop Your Intuitive Skills
Intuition is a tool that we all have. Some people suggest that it is a mystical power. While others may suggest that it is merely our subconscious trying to tell us something. Regardless of the source, we all have that little voice that tries to tell us things from time to time.
As we get older, we often learn to ignore that little voice. We turn to logic and focus on being practical. But we have experienced a lot in life, and there is some part of our brain that has accumulated a tremendous amount of wisdom.
Listening to that little voice within can be a good thing.
Here are some techniques to help develop your intuition:
1. Meditate for a few minutes each day.
One characteristic of intuition is that it has a soft voice most of the time. It can be challenging to notice it if our minds are busy with other things. Meditation is a great way to clear the mind and make room for our intuition to come shining through.
A simple technique to clear your mind is to simply count your breaths and attempt to stay focused on your breathing. Avoid letting your mind wander.
2. Record your dreams.
Our dreams can be full of useful information. Many psychologists believe that we work out our challenges in our sleep. It is difficult for most of us to remember our dreams. Studies show that we average 5 dreams per night, and most of us are fortunate to even remember one.
After you get in bed, tell yourself that you want to remember your dreams in the morning.
Keep thinking this to yourself until you fall asleep.
Keep a notebook and pen near your bed. A voice recorder can work well, too. As soon as you wake up, start writing. Dreams tend to fade from memory quickly.
Review your dreams and see if there might be any information you can use in your life.
3. Follow your intuition.
The surest way to shut down your intuition is to never follow it. Start using it in situations that have minor importance. It could be as simple as taking a walk and asking yourself which way you should turn at each intersection or fork in the road.
Show your intuition that you are listening and responding. You will be more likely to hear from it in the future.
4. Busy your mind.
Many people find that their best ideas come while their mind is busy, but not too busy. Some examples commonly referenced include walking, driving down the highway, mowing the grass, taking a shower, and listening to the rain. Think about the times you have had great ideas. Try to put yourself in similar situations more frequently.
5. Keep a journal.
Take a few minutes each day to write in a journal. Sometimes, putting things down on paper opens a floodgate of ideas and inspiration. Review what you have written. You are most likely to find insights you have not previously considered.
Keep your journals in a safe place, so you will feel more comfortable with being honest and thorough.
Being in touch with your intuition can help you identify and solve the challenges in your life that are causing stress. It also releases your imagination and creativity. Your intuition is a great resource, but it is essential to nurture it. Start with smaller things. When your intuition has proven it is reliable, use it to make bigger decisions.
Intuition is a tether to the subconscious. It is your ultimate source of wisdom and creative energy. Make life easier and richer by utilizing all your resources.
Moira Hutchison, an Intuitive Coach guides clients to surrender to the power within when their personal trinity of trust, inner awareness, and self-confidence ignites. She helps them flow in harmony with life and serve the world using their unique talents - providing insights into what blocks them from this natural state. https://wellnesswithmoira.com/
