I had to learn to trust my gut over data sometimes.

By: A Staff Writer

Updated on: Jul 29, 2024

The Data Doubter: GutFeelingGuru, San Diego, CA

I had to learn to trust my gut over data sometimes.

Hi, I’m GutFeelingGuru from San Diego, CA. As an e-commerce entrepreneur, I relied heavily on data to make decisions. But I realized that sometimes, the numbers didn’t tell the whole story. My intuition was often pointing me in a different direction.

How I Honed My Intuition:

• Paid attention to my body: I learned to recognize the physical sensations associated with my gut feelings, such as a knot in my stomach or a sense of excitement.
• Reflected on past experiences: I recalled times when I ignored my intuition and regretted it, as well as times when I trusted my gut, and it paid off.
• Practiced mindfulness: I engaged in activities like meditation and journaling to quiet my mind and become more attuned to my inner voice.
• Sought diverse perspectives: I talked to trusted advisors, mentors, and colleagues to gain different viewpoints and challenge my assumptions.
• Made space for intuition: I created time in my decision-making process to listen to my gut and weigh it alongside the data.

Data is valuable, but it’s not infallible. Your intuition can offer valuable insights and guide you toward innovative solutions. By developing your self-awareness, trusting your gut, and balancing it with data-driven analysis, you can make more informed and confident decisions.