Where to Now?

We've all heard the expression of "That Small Inner Voice." It refers to messages of insight, warning, inspiration, wisdom, creativity, etc. that we receive from some inner source. I would suggest that the source of the "Voice" is spiritual. In actuality, there is no voice in the sense of verbalization. It is the spontaneous reception of illumination from literally nowhere!

Quite often, such illumination is in response to a conscious (or unconscious) request. It is also commonly received without a request. In such cases, there is the supposition that "someone" (non-physical) may be watching over us. We've all received gut messages to not to do something, make an irrational choice, avoid a certain route, or have faith, when no proof exists.

When I decided to give up chemistry at the peak of my career, with tenure and everything in my favor, that was not a very rational decision. Particularly, when many of my science colleagues asked what I planned to do. I replied, "I plan to become a consultant!" I won't describe their various responses. You get my point. However, something inside assured me there was nothing to worry about. That was 20 years ago. We are still a successful consulting firm.

Whatever the interpretation, it is common to receive messages from our intuition. They often turn out to be in our best interest. The systematic process of developing this skill and integrating it with our rational functioning started with the two previous blogs involving the Five Steps.

Like any other skill, it requires practice. You might apply the previous five steps to something "small" you are undecided about in your life. Futhermore, rational processing has not led to a "gut" feeling of resolution with respect to this situation. Possibly, because your intuition is trying to provide input to your decision.

6) Make a request of your inner spiritual source (in whatever form you decide) to provide input, insight, or guidance. For example, some people pray for answers. Others summon angels or guides for assistance. Some just consult with their "inner wisdom." Remember, the answer that "feels" right for you is most important; not necessarily proving your process to anyone.

7) Integrate your answer with its rational implications or consequences. Set aside fear (or your ego) as a block, and make your decision. Remember, pracice makes perfect.