As I sit at the clubhouse bar, gazing through the window, I am surrounded by massive stones resting quietly along the horizon. A light breeze drifts through the air, softly disturbing their ancient stillness. The lush vegetation and towering trees, many of which have succumbed to a local beetle epidemic—still glow with the vibrant greens for which mystical forests are known. Calm lake waters complete the scene, guiding me into a deep sense of peace as I breathe in its beauty.
I gently discipline myself to remain fully present with this alluring landscape. In my mind’s eye, I envision the wildlife feeding, living, thriving, running freely across a field provided for them through divine design. How blessed they are to roam wild and unrestrained, unburdened by worry over where their next meal will come from.
Their instincts guide them effortlessly, to nourishment, to shelter, to one another.
As I inhale the earthy aroma of nature, I can’t help but wonder why it is so difficult for humans to do the same: to trust our intuition, that quiet inner knowing that alerts us when something feels off or no longer aligned. At one point or another, many of us have made hasty choices by ignoring that inner voice, only to wander through life carrying the weight of regret.
What keeps us from following our intuition? Our thoughts.
That persistent inner dialogue that convinces us we’re mistaken, that everything will somehow work itself out if we just ignore the discomfort.
Yet our instincts rarely mislead us. They are steady and true. It is we who choose not to listen. Following our intuition can be challenging, especially when it calls us toward difficult decisions or meaningful change. Still, trust that honoring it will ultimately lead you where you are meant to be.
Finding peace and contentment within yourself may not be easy, but it is always attainable. Follow your heart, it has a way of guiding you to places you may have once imagined, but never believed you could reach.
