In a recent article in USA Today, reporter Karen S. Peterson writes about social psychologists and researchers, who claim that their research is geared toward “fortifying intuition, sharpening thinking and deepening wisdom.” Stuart Vyse, a psychologist, however, stated that “…it has been shown over and over again that gut reactions are not accurate. It is a mistake to base a decision on a gut feeling.” I beg to differ. Intuition, “gut feeling” and “hunches” are often the saving grace to many a soul.

In an article by the Crime Library, “What They Did Last Summer,” novelist Lois Duncan (author of “I Know What You Did Last Summer”) incurred a tragic, life-altering event when her daughter, 17-year old Kaitlyn was murdered. Using intuition and psychic detective work, the case was subsequently solved.

The difficulty that intuition presents, as Myers points out, is that there are many false prophets who claim to know all and see all; and like any bad apple in the bunch, spoils the whole lot. Many times, it has been intuition and “gut feeling” that has saved people from many a tragedy.

What makes a complete stranger jump before a racing subway train to save another human being? Recent heroism, like that of Navy veteran Wesley Autrey of NY proved that making a split-second decision to save a convulsing man on the tracks was critical. Some might call that stupidity - others might call it luck; I call that intuition. Mr. Autrey, in response to why he had jumped onto the tracks was, “I did what I felt was right.” Had his intuition not taken over at that precise second, the man on the tracks would not be alive today.

What makes a person do incredible human feats? Is it simply “adrenaline;” or is adrenaline part of the “gut feeling” or “intuition” that gives us the insight to make strategic plans, and sometimes, lead us down the “right path” in our lives? Another case of intuition…or as some may call it luck…involves a family who decided to take the bus instead of taking the train on a cross-country trip in Germany. The train derailed. Coincidence?

Then there’s chains of ”coincidences,” like the many who decided not to work on the morning of 9/11. Was that mere coincidence or intuition? Another case of “intuition,” involves a young woman who chose to call into work one early Saturday morning. She worked in a sportswear distribution warehouse. On the morning that she was scheduled to work, all the 20+ foot aisles of ton-weight clothing racks toppled like dominoes in the area she would have been working. Gut feeling? Coincidence?

What makes a passerby jump into a lake to save a drowning stranger? Is that simply being a “hero?” No, the commonality of all of these cases is that no one wakes up one morning and says, “Oh, I think I’ll be a hero today,” or “I think I’ll save someone’s (or my own) life today.” Intuition is likening to that of “EQ” (Emotional Intelligence). Without it, many people would not even survive. These are instinctive emotions and “gut feelings” that are inherent in the human being. The difference between intuition and false thinking is that your ego mind gets in the way and you want something and want an experience that might not be best for you. False thinking is not hearing the truth of your reality and not wanting to live in truth in that moment. Can a hunch prove to not come true absolutely? The key is to look deeper into the feeling of what was really going on and get the lesson behind it. In general, individuals who have clouded their minds with greed and other habitual tendencies may not be able to think clearly; therefore intuition becomes just as clouded.

I believe that intuition, as our emotional intelligence, is the driving factor in what makes people succeed in life…draws people to each other in positive relationships…transforms our perception and makes us the best humane and compassionate people we can be; both personally and professionally. The major issue that surrounds intuition and developing intuition is not so much that we don’t instinctively have intuition; it’s the fact that we don’t listen to it, or abide by it — and that’s when we end up getting ourselves in a pickle. Intuition, like any other learning module, must be fine-tuned to deliver the best results; whether you use it effectively, well, that’s entirely up to you.

Until we speak again…I am

Joan Marie, your Intuition Expert

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The Difference between Intuition and False Thinking

By Joan Marie Whelan

About the Author: Joan Marie Whelan, an internationally known intuitive specialist, business consultant, medium, and coach travels throughout the United States sharing her gifts with solo-preneurs, professionals, small business owners, and large companies. Her much anticipated first book, “Self- Discovery: The Nine Principles to Reveal Your Sacred Gifts” will be published later this year. For more information about Joan Marie and her upcoming, exclusive events, please go to: www.joanmariewhelan.com

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The question I get asked on a regular basis is – how long have you had your gift.  You see since I can remember – I have been able to look at a person and know things about them without even having a conversation with them.  I can see family members that died, I can see your possibilities of your future, very accurately I might add and I can see what has happened in your life and know the details of your past all without you saying anything.

Imagine being a child in your mother’s arms and looking at your Uncle who just walked in the door for a birthday party and know he is a very angry man with a lot of challenges in this life time.   Meanwhile, I had this memory when I was a child a about 2 years old.   As a child I had no idea that my gifts would turn out to be a profession and my greatest asset.  It was not easy though to get to this place. 

As a child I would always make my dad look in the closet, and under the bed  to make sure no one was there waiting for me…. Believe it or not- I still do this routine every night when I go to bed.  I do travel a lot and you better believe I check out my hotel room before lights out.  Anyway, the reason why I started this routine as a child was because the minute I was by myself going to sleep all of these people would appear over me…. Literally I could look up and there were about 5 or 6 men and woman- hovering over me.  Later I have come to find out they were from my mom’s side of the family visiting me when I was alone at night.

I would always close my eyes and open my eyes- as if this would make them go away… there were many a nights I went into my parents room to say the people are back.  I never liked sleeping alone when I was a kid because I always had visitors.

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As soul travelers, we sometimes live in a state of suspended emotion…rather, lack thereof.  Where has your intuitive expert led you? We often get so caught up in the rigors of everyday life that we sometimes forget to focus on our Divine intuition.  If you are still, and you listen to your intuitive expert, you can begin manifesting good health and wealth prosperity.  Easier said than done, eh?  Not really.

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Joan Marie Whelan, is an International Medium, Intuitive Expert who travels throughout the United States teaching. Her first book “Self- Discovery” The nine principles to reveal your sacred gifts will be published later this year. For more information please go to: www.joanmariewhelan.com

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Joan Marie takes a look at:
Through Analysis, Gut Reaction Gains Credibility
Claudia Dreifus
New York Times

I was born with the wonderful gift of being able to use my intuition and I thought that everyone had the same gifts and abilities. I was very surprised as I was getting older to discover that most people were not able to receive the same kinds of messages that I have taken for granted because their intuitive talents were dormant.

What fascinated me even further was that Scientists needed to prove what I do in order for them to validate these phenomena’s, yet call it what you will, I feel most blessed to be gifted with this special talent. Being intuitive is an innate special faculty that I regularly use to help me shape the course of my life. I believe that we are all born with this gift or talent but have allowed it to be buried due to the conditioning and programming that we receive from birth and early childhood. It gives you the freedom of expanding your mind to the knowledge and wisdom of being guided to what is best for you. It is accepting the unknown in your life and becoming comfortable with the whisper that speaks through you to give you advice, suggestions and wisdom.

I believe the best way to be open to your intuition is simply being comfortable with the feelings that you are continually experiencing and identifying with those feelings so that you can eventually grow to understand and appreciate their voice. We all have many emotions stored inside of us that come from past experiences. In order to be a brilliant intuitive for yourself it is important to be in touch with your feelings as you live in truth with the emotions that surface.

The article, “Through Analysis, Gut Reaction Gains Credibility” by Claudia Dreifus is wonderful as it brings to light this phenomenon as noted in Dr. Gigerenzer new book, “Gut Feelings: The Intelligence of the Unconscious.” It shares with many how being intuitive can benefit you and your decisions in life. I absolutely agree!

I consult on a regular basis with many fortune 500 companies whom base many of their decisions on our conversations and findings as I share what I see for them and their company’s future. Many doctors also consult with me about their patients and healing paths that would best serve the patient especially when the traditional methods reveal nothing. I have been asked questions in reference to surgery and medication and my intuitive gifts have helped many get answers and gain insight into the root of their problem.

I see my abilities as a gift to assist thousands, transform their lives. My job is to teach people to be responsible for their choices as they use the tools that I share. Then as they become better attuned to pay attention to their inner voice or messages, they will become more apt to assist themselves in creating improved health, more wealth and improved relationships.

Joan Marie Whelan, is an International Medium, Intuitive Expert who travels throughout the United States teaching. Her first book “Self- Discovery” The nine principles to reveal your sacred gifts will be published later this year. For more information please go to: www.joanmariewhelan.com