musings about intuition

A recent conversation led to a new conclusion about intuition.

A friend has a premonition that she will marry someone other than her current boyfriend. Her "intuition" is creating worries and fears.

It occurred to me that intuition is a positive, natural extension of our true selves. I told her that the dream she has is neutral and probably a gut feeling, but her response is not intuition. Rather, it is fear, which is similar to intuition and an emotional response to a vision.

Intuition is like a skill. The more one practices, the better one is at recognizing and relying on it. It is in fact our true selves, something that feels right, all the time.

Another friend had asked me to "guide" him, but only one can do that for oneself. That's the irony of intuition: we have to rely on it in order for it to prosper, yet often, our fears prohibit us from ever partaking in that journey.

So this is my tip to my friend: let the simple responses of positive and negative feelings guide you initially until you recognize your gut. Then, slowly, the intuition will come naturally, and you will know what to do, always.

Relativity

Never thought of myself as ambitious because I'm drawn to extremely high achievers.

Tonight, a new friend observed that I am quite ambitious, especially relative to who she knows.

I never saw myself as such because I don't expect very much from life.

Most of my efforts in life is to gather inspirations and ideas and to excute visions. That's all.

Whereas most of my close friends want to rule the world, I'm just a simple woman.

let it rain

Spent the past three days on site walks. Often, the team was on rooftops.

Of course, I happened to be on some of the tallest roofs in the neighborhood, so the views were breath-taking.

Even in the rain.

Although I always enjoyed nature, I have a whole new level of appreciation for the outdoors. The connection between myself and the world has just deepened.

switching gear

Work is moving right along. Didn't even mind that I spent most of the five hours working today in the rain. Love being outside now that I have all the right gear from hiking/snow sports.

Amused that the title of this post refers to the changes happening in my life, but the metaphor for switching outfits applies too.

Now that I have all the tools I will ever need, I am comfortable making transitions.

First things first. Career stability, financial independence, giving back, and maybe love?

alternative v. conventional

Went to a bridal shower today and realized that I am quite alternative in my viewpoint that I should no longer attend these traditional events.

Most people hang on to tradition because it gives them a sense of identity and connection.

As someone who is spiritual and intuitive, I do not need conventional rituals or tools to relate to others.

I want to support my friends and family as I am grateful for their presence in my life. Still, I will stick to one-on-one to stay connected.