What Is Intuition, Really? (And Can You Trust It?)

In this episode of Realms of Curiosity, Sarah and Wendy explore the nature of intuition and the challenge of learning to trust it.They discuss how to distinguish intuitive guidance from fear, ego, subconscious patterns, and wishful thinking, and reflect on how easily these can be confused. Drawing from their experience in shamanic practice, they describe intuition as a form of direct knowing—often arriving fully formed rather than through deliberate thought.The conversation also explores possible sources of intuition, including higher aspects of self, collective consciousness, and symbolic forms encountered in shamanic journeying. They consider whether helping spirits and guides are separate entities or expressions of a larger unified awareness.Along the way, they share personal insights into quieting mental noise, working with nonverbal perception, and recognizing the difference between intuitive clarity and emotional reaction.As always, the conversation is exploratory and grounded in lived experience, offering a thoughtful perspective on the nature of inner knowing.00:37 Why Intuition Feels Scary02:33 Defining Intuition03:57 Higher Self Downloads06:03 Telepathy And Symbols07:04 What Are Spirits09:11 Oneness Versus Separation13:19 Why Incarnate Here15:51 Fear Wishful Thinking Synchronicity18:18 Pondering Intuition19:07 Ego Versus Guidance19:51 Modular Home Metaphor21:23 Noise And Discernment23:28 Ancestors And Telepathy25:24 Plant Communication State26:32 Meditation Resistance______________________Visit Sarah's websiteVisit Wendy's websiteRealms of Curiosity theme music created by Keen Mixer