Quick Exercise: How to Use Your Intuition

Isn’t it awful when you have a decision to make and you just can’t decide?

You waiver back and forth and write endless “pros and cons” lists, making yourself feel crazy in the process! Often it’s because you're trying to make a decision with your left brain, the logical rational part of you, when you could be making a wiser choice by trusting your intuition.

When you have a decision to make and want to use your intuition, try this exercise:
Close your eyes. Take a deep breath and, if possible, get into a calm, peaceful place. Your intention is to be in the present moment.
Remain quiet as you allow yourself to feel your physical body. Just notice it without trying to change it or make it go away. Is there a tension or different feeling somewhere? With curiosity and compassion, just notice what it’s communicating.
Place your hand over your heart. Bring to mind someone or something that you love. Listen to the wisdom of your heart. What is it saying about this situation or decision?
Observe your thoughts rather than debating or analyzing them.
Trust that you are receiving wise guidance from your intuition. Ask for discernment. Your answer may simply be to wait, to act or to gather more information.
When you feel ready open your eyes. Is there anything you feel prompted to do right now? If so, do it. If not, stay centered. You may want to rest, sleep or do some yoga.
Intuitive information often comes when you least expect it! You might feel guided to pick up a specific book and find your answer there. You might turn on the radio at just the right time and hear an interview that addresses your concerns. The Universe has all sorts of amazing ways to guide you. Be patient and trust that all that you need is being provided.