Friday, February 7, 2020

Trust

“Always trust your gut. It knows what your head hasn’t figured out yet.” (Anonymous)

Gut instincts are the physical reaction you have to both the internal and external stimuli around you. Gut instincts can often be tampered by emotions such as fear and prejudice. When you experience an overwhelming gut instinct, your being is carrying out a primal response to intuitive information. The ultimate purpose of your gut instinct is to protect you. As your gut instinct is the most ancient and primal “sixth sense” you have, it is the one you can rely upon the most.

Put simply, your body is like the television screen on which your subconscious (the radio waves) transmits its information. When you can learn to read your body, you can learn to accurately tune in to your gut instinct. Our primal impulses don’t just disappear. By honoring the wisdom of this and its impact on the body to produce your gut instinct, you can save yourself much suffering. When it comes to your gut instincts, never ignore the ones below:

“I need help” Your gut instinct doesn’t only warn you of danger. It also helps to preserve your emotional wellbeing. If you receive a strong sensation that you need help (whether physically, emotionally, mentally or spiritually), seek it out. Don’t linger.

“I need to help them” At some point in our lives, the overwhelming desire to help someone will arise. There may not be any rational reason why. The other person may appear to be perfectly fine on the surface. But don’t let appearances deceive you. Have a conversation with the person. Ask them how they are. This might make you feel vulnerable or uncomfortable, but you will at the very least make the person feel special, and at the most potentially save their lives.

 “I’m in danger” Remember that your gut instincts reflect what your subconscious mind already knows. Although you may not be able to pinpoint what exactly the danger is, please listen to this inner warning. It could be the difference between life and death.

 “Something feels off in my body” Your gut instinct rarely lies about the state of your health. If a sudden strong and clear desire arises to see a medical professional, do it. Get a full health assessment, and even if nothing comes up, feel proud of yourself for practicing self-care.

“They’re in danger” You might sound like a lunatic. You might feel embarrassed or perplexed. If you genuinely feel that someone is in danger, tell them. You have nothing to lose. You might just prevent the person from making a big mistake or endangering themselves.

 “This is it” Often when a good thing in your life comes along your gut instinct will immediately notify you. If you receive a strong and clear feeling that practically screams “yes” don’t ignore it. This is one of the most important reasons why it’s essential to listen to your gut instinct. It could make all the difference for you in your life.

 “This isn’t the right choice” If you get a strong and clear feeling that what you’re doing isn’t right, pay attention. Even if there is no moral or logical reason why you should be feeling that way, take heed.

“Never discredit your gut instinct. You’re not being paranoid. Your body can pick up vibrations, some better than other, and if something deep inside you says something’s not right about a person or situation, trust it and keep it pushing.” (Anonymous)[i]



[i] Sources used:
·        “5 Gut Instincts You Don’t Want to Ignore” by Tina Williamson
·         “7 Gut Instincts You Should NEVER Ignore” by
 

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