Decisions: The Difference Between ‘Thinking I Know’ and ‘Knowing’
August 4, 2023
Making decisions is an integral part of our lives. Every day, we make countless choices, big and small, consciously or unconsciously. But have you ever considered the process behind your decision-making?
Trust your deepest wisdom; it's equipped to respond to ANY and every moment.
AJ Evermore
Most of us make decisions by ‘thinking it through’.
We face a situation, mull over it, weigh the pros and cons, and then decide. Sometimes this approach yields favorable results; other times, not so much. But what are we really doing when we ‘think through’ a decision?
- Accessing past experiences, memories, teachings, societal norms.
- Making decisions based on past data.
- Acting similar to a computer’s hard drive retrieving stored information.
But what happens when you need data that has never been inputted into the computer? You guess. Similarly, in life, although it may not appear this way, we’re essentially guessing when making decisions based on past experiences.
Every moment is unique.
It’s never happened before. So, we make educated guesses, hoping the outcomes will mimic past successes.
But what if there was another way to make decisions?
One that doesn’t rely solely on past data or guesswork? This is where the concept of ‘knowing’ comes in.
‘Knowing’ is the intuitive wisdom that arises from our deeper intelligence.
- It responds to the ‘now’.
- It accesses both past experiences and everything happening in the present moment.
Accessing the 'ultimate internet'
Imagine this deeper intelligence as the ‘ultimate internet’.
It can inform decisions that are more in alignment with the present moment, rather than relying purely on the past.
Now, you might be wondering, “Why don’t I experience this knowing more often?”
The answer lies in the noise of our habitual thinking. This constant mental chatter can easily drown out the nudges or ‘aha’ moments from our deeper intelligence.
Feelings associated with decision making.
Decisions rooted in thought often feel stressful, constrictive, and fearful. Conversely, decisions stemming from a place of ‘knowing’ feel calm, clear, and easy. They just make sense.
In conclusion, the process of decision-making can be a complex, stressful journey or a tranquil, clear path, depending largely on where we’re operating from – ‘thinking I know’ or ‘knowing.’
When we listen to our inner wisdom and live from our ‘knowing,’ we open ourselves to the infinite intelligence of the present moment.
Remember, every moment is a new, unique occurrence, and your deepest wisdom is equipped to respond to it. So, invite a pause, listen to the nudges, and trust the wisdom that emerges. You might find it leads you to more clarity, serenity, and authentic decision-making than you ever thought possible.
