The Quiet Power of Intuition.

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By Kim Stevens

I’ve always loved the idea of intuition, and over time, I’ve spent a lot of energy learning to tap into it, trust it, and—most importantly—follow it.

What I find most fascinating is that intuition is like having an internal guidance system, one that has access to a depth of knowledge my logical mind could never comprehend. With all the noise around us—the constant flood of information, people, and companies vying for our attention—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where intuition comes in. It gives me a way to cut through the clutter and know, with clarity, which direction to take.

Our logical minds can only process so much before hitting their limits. But intuition? That’s a whole different story. It connects to something larger—the universal mind, an infinite supply of knowledge, information & wisdom.

Here’s the catch: intuition doesn’t respond well to force. I’ve learned that struggling, striving, or trying too hard to “make things happen” actually shuts me off from that inner wisdom. Instead, I need ease. I need to relax. Only then can I access that wise, quiet guide within me.

One idea about intuition that really resonates with me comes from Shakti Gawain, who said, “Inner guidance seldom gives us long-term information; it usually just lets us know what we need in the moment.” She explains that intuition works moment by moment, offering the nudge or insight we need for the next step—not the whole map, just the piece we need right now. For me, this is such a relief. It’s a reminder that I don’t need to have all the answers or a perfect plan. I’ve learned to trust those nudges, let life unfold, and allow the path to reveal itself. It’s actually very exciting to live this way.

I’ve also discovered that intuition is never harsh or judgmental. This has been key for me because sometimes my inner critic tries to disguise itself as my inner guidance. Discernment is critical—intuition feels clear, compassionate, and certain, never guilt-inducing or critical. That distinction has been life-changing for me.

I’ve come to love the process of sinking into my inner guidance, listening to what it has to say, and then acting on it. Sometimes, the guidance feels hard to follow - but there’s always a sense of “rightness” about it. And when I see how things work out—not just for me, but for everyone involved—it’s especially satisfying.

At the end of the day, living intuitively feels like an entirely different way of being. It’s refreshing. It’s uplifting. It’s empowering. And that, after all, is exactly the kind of living I love.