Intuition is perception via the unconscious. We’ve all heard of instincts, intuition and perception. In fact, all of us have these things. The important thing is to know how to use them.
You may not have superb academic credentials; but without using your instincts, you might have a hard time getting to – and staying at – the top.
This is one of those grey areas that remain an enigma, even to those who have finely honed business or political skills. It’s hard to pin down or to explain how business instincts are acquired.
Some of them are inexplicable. But there are signs that can guide you to or away from certain deeds and certain people. I’ve met people that I have an aversion to for no particular reason and while I try not to be judgemental, I have reason by now to trust my gut.
One of the great philosophers said to me that our conscious minds use only five percent of our brain power for daily functioning. If we can learn to tap into that unconscious, subconscious and dormant 95 percent, the results can be amazing.
Sometimes I think that’s what helps our perceptive abilities come to our aid. It’s also a matter of tuning in. Ever notice how when we are in a situation that produces heightened alertness, whether it’s a survival course or trying to pass an important exam, how careful we are in our responses?
Suddenly, everything we have to say or do matters a lot. That’s one way to notice how our instincts are there for us.
Logic may say one thing, instincts may say another. Ideally, you should hone the best of both to make the best decisions.
I remember when I was enquiring about Harding Street in Estcourt town and literally every person I met, recommended that it be turned into residential units. I did not agree. My gut instincts told me it was a great business location.
When I started out with my museum courses, instincts told me it was a good direction to go in. Logically, I knew that I had a passion for the museum already, which is a crucial element for success and that if I combined that with knowledge of the process, I’d have my bases covered.
I found the best museum professionals nationally and spent my money on hours working with them. The results have been tremendous. I paired both instinct and logic to get those results.
Just as you would weigh your decisions carefully, be alert to your instincts and what they are trying to tell you, spend some time with this innate aspect of yourself.
See handling your instincts as an acquired skill, they can give you an edge in many situations; business or otherwise.
There are a lot of things we can’t see or hear and our instincts are there to guide us. Your instincts are within you, use them accordingly.
Surprise Elvin Basson
Weenen
