One of the most counterintuitive truths about intuition: the struggle against it often makes it worse. Acceptance — clearly misunderstood — is one of the most powerful tools available.
What Acceptance of Intuition Actually Means
Acceptance does NOT mean:
- Liking or approving of intuition
- Giving up on getting better
- Thinking intuition is okay
Acceptance DOES mean:
- Acknowledging intuition without adding unnecessary struggle against the fact of its existence
- Allowing intuition to be present without fighting it into bigger problems
- Making room for intuition while still living your values
The ACT Approach to Intuition
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses acceptance as a core tool: instead of fighting intuition, you learn to make room for it while committing to valued action regardless.
The Paradox of Accepting Intuition
Many people find that when they stop fighting intuition and simply allow it, it loses intensity. The suffering of intuition is partly the struggle against it.