Should you take the new job? Or stay at your present position? Should you transfer to another department? Or see what happens with your new, insensitive boss?
You can analyze, research, and brainstorm the pros and cons till the cows come home, but still not know what to do. Logical, fact-based reasoning is important in decision- making—as the place to start.
But sometimes we can gather stacks of information, tons of facts and still not know what to do.
When you’ve done your research and still don’t know what choice to make, it’s time to rely on your internal compass, your intuition.
Your internal guide knows what’s best for you in any situation, even when your reasoning mind doesn’t.
To tap into your intuition, ask yourself:
· How do I feel?
· What is my body telling me?
· If I did know what to do, what would it be?
A simple exercise when faced with a decision: picture yourself saying, “Yes.” How does that look? How does that feel? Then imagine the opposite. How does that feel in your body? Which choice connects with your heart?
Intuition—a little goes a long way in making your life easier.