How would I describe the intuitive? An elusive specter for sure! Ironically, it is the practical mind that seems to demand definition. The reasoning mind precludes acceptance of the intuitive through mere lack of tangibility, yet this lack of tangibility is a prime defining characteristic of the intuitive. Admittedly the cautionary approach of accepting only that which is reasonable has served us well, has kept us safe. Initially, I am appreciative to be in the safe environment of reason. Then there is a stirring from within, from a place other than reasoning mind-a feeling of discontent. There is an internal nagging for something to be done to alleviate this feeling.
What might there be other than a reasoned, reasonable approach? At first glance one might surmise that the alternative would be an unreasonable approach, and that is where the intuitive is quickly placed. Intuitive listening as unreasonable, is illogical! Incorporating that logic, practical mind would concur that we are indeed seeing no further than the horizon of the practical.
Yes, reason is a primary default, at least initially. Then, from within, from a place other than direct mind comes a feeling of unease. I take to pondering. How similar the words “practical” and “practice”are. I find myself wondering if being practical in life might relate to practicing in life? Is the practical an initiation into life, only a beginning? My mind continues to wander, wonder…wander, into it, intuit. I stop to marvel at us. Too marvelous! I chuckle at the word…game?
As I write, the ever-reasoning mind intercedes. “We are moving away from the tangible.” A gap has opened as a mental movement is made toward the intangible. Reason prevails. The writing must indicate that the writer is at least, somewhat sensible or there will be an abandoning of this narrative as complete drivel, as a foolhardy waste of time.
With that in mind I have begun a search to subdue the hunger, the inner hunger, to search for some form of sustenance within, within myself, the Initiate.