Simply Divine Life

(Originally posted on the Career Realignment blog on March 26, 2009)

In this day and age the biggest thing going is information. The hardest thing to deal with is information overload. The world is virtually drowning in information and that information is getting harder and harder to actually use.

How can you possibly sift through everything that's out there? How do you know what's relevant? How do you know if it can even help you? How do you get away from having to read everything just to find a wee hint of something useful? Who's trustworthy? Which resources actually work? And while this applies to all areas of life - it can be particularly relevant to careers. How do you know if you should settle for any job just to have a paycheck in this time of economic uncertainty - or is it finally the push you need to venture forth into your ideal career?

There is a very simple answer to all of these questions. Your intuition. No need to sift, it's always right there with us when we need it, it's relevant, it's helpful, it's trustworthy and it's a resource that will actually work - often showing us ways and means that we would have never even considered had we relied on our intellect alone. The best thing is that we all have it and we don't require any special training to use it!

Intuition can present itself as a strong hunch or sign that is unmistakable, to the "small, still voice within" - so subtle and easily missed. We are often so bombarded with activities, worries and entertainment that we are no longer connected to the subtle intuitions. Unfortunately for us they are by far the most common. If we can learn to access this any time we wanted we would be on our way to where we want to be.

So, how do I do this?

Be quiet!

You can hear the still small voice within if you won't be quiet enough to hear it. Turn off the noise - telephone, TV, iPod. Spend some time every day in quietude, without an expectation of anything, without analyzing your day, without thinking of stuff you need to do when you're finished. Be in the moment, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Keep an intention of receiving guidance from your inner guide, and just wait for an answer.

If it has been a long time, you may need a couple of quiet sessions before the voice will heard. Be patient. You will get it! Honestly, this is hard for me, but it will happen - with practice - I promise. So please don't give up too soon!

Also, intuitive information can be presented to you through a couple of different ways - seeing a picture in your mind's eye, hearing a word or phrase, a gut (or heart) feeling, a "knowing", or thoughts.

The last type is the most common, and also the most confusing. How will you know it's not your imagination? Or a negative entity? The main clues are that you will receive information that is short and to the point, and it will not require you to do anything contrary to your sense of what is right (i.e., it will not require you to cause harm of any kind to yourself or others).

Be open! You will not be able to access intuition with expectations. Expectations limit possibilities. Let go. Allow. Accept what you get.

Brush your teeth! Take a shower or other things where the left brain is occupied. The best times to get insights are when you are doing "menial tasks" like washing the dishes, having a shower, driving the car, brushing your teeth, gardening, fishing, raking leaves, mowing the lawn, etc. If you're in Canada you can shovel snow - still.

Get in the flow! This is related to an activity where time seems to vanish, and is often creative or relaxing. Painting, dancing, designing, woodworking or other hobbies are good places to look for the flow.

Talk to yourself! It doesn't have to be out loud ;-) Ask lots of questions, ask for guidance, ask for help, ask for signs. Ask, ask, ask!!! You already know, you just need to let it surface in your consciousness. Ask yes/no questions when starting out - it can make things a lot easier. You will know in your gut. Use a coin flip to test it out! Pick a side for yes. Say to yourself that you'll go with whatever side comes up. If your gut feeling suddenly screams, "Noooooo!" you'll have your answer.

But it will soon become a bit limiting. Ask open-ended questions and then see what comes up!

Write it out! In your journal you can write about the intuitions you've received and the results of the actions taken in listening to them, you can ask your inner guide what it wants you to know and write down the answer, or simply write a conversation between yourself and your inner guide. Or all of the above! Write without editing or censoring is key here!

Go to bed! If you have been thinking about an issue you need clarification on, one of the best things to do is sleep on it. Mull over all the external information you have regarding the issue, and then wrap it up and put it away. Don't think about it any more! The insight will come when you least expect it - often while you are doing a "menial task". Remember to be open to the answer. Often it is not what you expect, and it is easy to let your ego dismiss it.

Just do it! The only way you will learn to use and trust your intuition is to act on it. If you receive info and don't act on it, what good is it?

Luke, trust your feelings! The way you feel is a great indicator of intuition trying to get your attention. Does whatever you are planning make you feel excited and happy? Do you feel wary or "off" about it? If it's not a feeling like "woohooo! Let's go!" then it is time to stop before making a decision and check in with your inner guide.

This is the beginning of building a relationship with your intuition. As with all relationships, it thrives on nurturing and trust, and it takes time to fully develop - no matter how well you hit it off at the start! Keep with it, it is so worth it. And think of all the time you'll save not having to drown in that sea of information!

Blessings,

Keena

PS: "The only real valuable thing is intuition." ~Albert Einstein

PPS: In this article, I am promoting contact with your "higher self" or inner guide. This intuition can be enhanced once your spirit guides get into the picture, and that will be another article.

PPPS: Please keep in mind that you as you develop your intuitive abilities you should star with the small stuff and get to know your inner self before jumping to the big decisions!

PPPPS: Warning against using your intuition in the realms of the unknown: you will always get the clearest, best information when you are asking your inner guide about that which you know. If you start using your intuition about playing the stock market when you know nothing about stocks, you will not receive as clear information. Which means it is open it misinterpretation. That does not mean that the info is wrong, necessarily, but that you can think the instruction means one thing when it actually means another. You must have a clear frame of reference.