Awakening Intuition: How to Align with Universal Guidance
Intuition is subtle yet profound form of divine guidance. It transcends the rational mind and invites us to connect with the universe, creation itself, universal consciousness (or god) through the path of the soul. When we tap deeply into this inner knowing, we realise it’s not limited or personal—it’s a connection to the infinite web that ties all life together.
Cultivating this inner wisdom can make life’s journey smoother by opening us to a life of faith, trust and alignment. But living in tune with intuition requires more than just listening. It demands courage, a strong nervous system, the ability to work together with our fears (rather than letting them do a number on us) particularly when the mind wants to keep us safe, or the guidance we receive doesn’t align with what we think we need. Let me explain…
Strengthening Trust in Intuition
Can we trust our intuition when its messages run counter to what our rational mind thinks or wants? Intuitive guidance may not always be easy to follow, yet it always unfolds our highest good.
I’ve experienced intuitive tests of faith many times. A memorable example was an intuitive nudge that came in the form of inspiration: I’d like to go to Disneyland and I’d like to buy a Minnie Mouse t-shirt. Note, this was at a time when I had just stepped into my business full time and was trying to conserve money.
Within a couple of days, I’d stumbled upon my dream Minnie Mouse t-shirt at a thrift shop and thought ‘ fabulous, maybe I don’t need to go to Disneyland anymore, I have all I need’. But that weekend I was proudly wearing my new t-shirt when a friend invited me to go to Hong Kong Disneyland with her and her family!
Of course I knew this trip was divinely aligned but my mind was still cautious about finances. I put the idea to the back of my thoughts but the signs only got stronger. I received some more inspiration to go out and buy a specific deck of oracle cards. I brought the cards home, pulled one card and it said ‘take the trip’. There was no ignoring it. My flights were booked.
On this trip I managed to line up an amazing 1:1 Gong training at Red Doors with Asia’s largest collection of gongs, and I now play gong in all my Kundalini Yoga classes. My inner child was very happy to connect with her love of all things Disney. Then the icing on the cake… when I got home I received an incredible work opportunity, which meant financial challenges were no longer an issue.
Hurray.
Intuition wins time and time again. It propels us forward. It makes life fun and meaningful.
Recognising Intuition
How can we discern intuitive guidance from the mind’s chatter? It begins with practice and a connection to the body. Intuition often feels different: it’s expansive, flowing, or even electric, compared to the louder, fear-based tone of the mind that prioritises safety. Here’s a simple rule of thumb:
The Mind: Louder, fear-driven and often rooted in past experiences or societal expectations.
Intuition: Quieter, expansive and accompanied by a sense of calm or inspiration.
Awakening the Third Eye
The third eye, located at the center of the forehead, is a key to unlocking intuition. When it is balanced and open, we become highly intuitive, imaginative, and attuned to signs and synchronicities. Dreams feel vivid, and we’re more likely to trust that life is unfolding for our highest good—even when we can’t directly see the bigger picture.
Signs and Synchronicities
Signs and synchronicities are like whispers from the universe. They can arrive as repeating symbols such as Angel Numbers, meaningful encounters or serendipitous events. These aren’t just coincidences—they’re messages of encouragement and confirmation.
Our body and inner teacher knows when a sign is meant for us. Does it open your heart? Does it expand your energy? If so, it’s likely guidance tailored for your journey.
Often, these signs appear when we need them, but interpreting them requires openness and curiosity. Instead of rushing to Google to look up, ‘What does it mean when I keep seeing 999?’ take a moment to check in with yourself. What stirs within?
Keeping a journal of signs and the inner wisdom they evoke is a beautiful way to cultivate trust in your intuition. Ask yourself: What could this mean for me? With practice, the meaning of these synchronicities will become clearer over time.
What happens when the signs seem absent?
It doesn’t mean our intuition has vanished. Sometimes, it’s an invitation to trust our own judgment and develop confidence in the absence of external validation. We don’t want to become overly reliant on guidance to the point where we’re unable to act without it. However, often, the signs are there; we’re just asking for ‘signier signs’ because we doubt the ones we’ve already received or have trouble listening to our own innate wisdom. This is a relationship that needs to be forged and strengthened.
Like stars in the sky, our guides are always present and supporting us, but sometimes clouds obscure them. Meditation and Kundalini Yoga help create the stillness and clarity needed for truth to shine through. However, balance is key—we are spiritual beings having a human experience and we have a responsibility to honour the intuitive nudges then take inspired action to begin to create the world we want to be a part of.
The Gut: Our Intuitive Powerhouse
While the third eye offers expansive, visionary insights, the gut serves as our control center for intuition. Often referred to as the ‘second brain,’ the gut processes information at lightning speed, bypassing the rational mind. Did you know that the gut has nearly as many neurons as a dog’s brain? It’s no wonder our ‘gut feelings’ can be so powerful.
The gut offers grounded and actionable wisdom, helping us navigate situations with clarity. It signals when something feels off, when something aligns perfectly, or when it’s time to act. Developing a deeper connection to this intuitive powerhouse can help us discern our true yes or no in any given moment.
The gut might signal to us to set a boundary, leave a situation or take a leap of faith. Its guidance is practical and direct. It gives us insights we can act on immediately when we learn to trust its wisdom.
The Balance of Being, Doing, and Thinking
Living a life guided by intuition requires balancing three essential modes: being, doing, and thinking.
Here’s how an imbalance in one of these areas can manifest:
Too Much Being: Guidance flows abundantly, but without action, it remains unintegrated.
Too Much Doing: We push forward, but may find ourselves on a path misaligned with our highest good because we haven’t paused to check in.
Too Much Thinking: Overthinking disconnects us from the body’s innate wisdom and the subtle voice of intuition.
Moving between these states is a dance. To create the life we’re meant to live, we must allow space for all three.
Practices to Deepen Intuition
Kundalini Yoga: This powerful practice works rapidly to align mind, body, and soul, fostering stillness and clarity.
Meditation: Focused meditations, especially those targeting the third eye, enhance intuitive connection.
Journaling: Allow the words to flow from your soul, be sure to reflect on the guidance and patterns and begin to integrate it into your life.
Astrology: The wisdom of the stars can confirm our inner knowing when we need that little extra support and inspiration to beyond the limitations of the mind and societal or familial expectations .
Trusting the Journey
Intuition isn’t about having all the answers in advance. We may see the big vision but only the very next step that we need to take now. Therefore, this journey is about staying in the present moment, taking it step-by-step, cultivating the strength and courage to move forward BEFORE we can see exactly how it’s going to work out.
With practice, trust and a whole lot of courage we can align with our soul’s purpose and live a life of deeper connection, grace, and fulfillment.
Note: courage is moving forward in the face of fear, not never experiencing fear at all.
