Now We're Getting Somewhere 64: What "Rightness" is (and what it *isn't*)
Nov 5, 2025
Delve into the intriguing concept of 'rightness' and its impact on decision-making. Explore how it combines intuition and neuroscience, offering a satisfying approach to life's choices. Discover the five myths surrounding rightness and why it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. Plus, learn how rightness isn't static or binary, and why it often whispers rather than shouts. Katie also shares her personal journey to accessing rightness and invites you to enhance your understanding through her upcoming course.
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Rightness Is A Felt Whole-Body Signal
- Rightness is a felt experience that combines bodily sensation and cognitive recognition.
- It signals that a decision aligns with you given available options.
Instant Gut Certainty About A Rental
- Katie describes walking into a rental where her body felt open, spacious, and lit up.
- That immediate bodily response signaled the place was right for her and matched practical factors like budget.
Intuition Comes From Deeper Brain Levels
- Rightness often uses deeper brain regions and can arrive before conscious thought.
- The prefrontal cortex can catch up later, so both feeling and thinking matter.