On Purpose with Jay Shetty 5 Reasons Why We Struggle to Hear Our Intuition & 5 Ways to Learn to Trust Yourself
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May 21, 2021 Discover why we often struggle to hear our intuition, from overwhelming emotions to cultural pressures. Learn how biases and the need for facts can cloud our judgment. The discussion includes personal stories that illustrate the connection between intuition and bodily sensations. Practical tips like freewriting and journaling help reconnect with your inner voice. Explore the importance of taking time for self-reflection to build trust in your instincts and overcome the detours society creates.
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Intuition, Mind, and Body
- We struggle to hear our intuition because we don't understand the roles of our minds and emotions.
- Our brains and bodies are deeply connected and coordinate to create emotions, influenced by external factors like sleep and gut health.
Motherhood and Exhaustion
- A new mother struggled with exhaustion and questioned her marriage, thinking she'd made the wrong choice.
- After her parents helped and she rested, she realized her exhaustion distorted her thinking, highlighting how unmet needs cloud intuition.
Facts vs. Intuition
- We often assume having all the facts leads to intuitive hits, but our brains focus on what we tell them.
- A blind man's ability to interpret facial expressions through emotional processing shows how we sense information beyond articulation, like intuition.