How do you explain intuition?

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We've all experienced those gut feelings, hunches, or flashes of insight that seem to come from nowhere. But what exactly is intuition, and can it be explained? Even though scientists haven't yet unraveled all of its secrets, intuition isn’t as mysterious as we might think. One expert definition of intuition says that it is: "the universal ability to grasp information in a non-conventional way, outside of a rational and reasoned process.” It’s the kind of intimate knowledge of reality that doesn't rely on knowledge, reflection, or logic. Are there different types of intuition? Does everyone have intuition? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is chemical submission?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Can a weighted blanket help you get a better night’s sleep?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the best time of year to find work?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 04/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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