Understanding Intuition and Anxiety

Trusting intuition can be especially difficult for anxious individuals, as anxiety often masquerades as gut feelings. For instance, a personal experience of panic during a turbulent flight illustrated the confusion that can accompany intuitive thoughts versus anxiety. Research suggests that anxiety typically manifests as physical discomfort and urgency, whereas intuition tends to feel instinctual and calm. Recognizing this distinction is crucial; anxiety is chaotic while intuition is often more guided, making it important to silence external noise and focus on self-improvement to better connect with one’s inner voice.