How to Trust Your Judgment

I used to check with everyone in my life before I made a decision. This need for outside validation was rooted in self doubt. A self limiting belief that everyone else knew better than me. The problem with that way of thinking is that other people aren’t you! No one knows what is going to be best for you except you. Overcoming this reliance on external validation wasn’t easy, but it was transformative. Here’s what I did: 1. Recognize Your Achievements: I started by making a list of all the decisions I had made on my own that turned out well. This helped me see that I am capable and can trust my judgment. 2. Seek Self-Understanding: I invested time in understanding my values, goals, and preferences. This self-reflection helped me align my decisions with who I truly am, rather than what others expect of me. 3. Embrace Mistakes as Learning Opportunities: I learned to view mistakes not as failures, but as valuable lessons. This shift in perspective helped me to be less afraid of making decisions on my own. 4. Start Small: I began by making small decisions without seeking others’ opinions. Gradually, as my confidence grew, I tackled larger decisions. 5. Mindfulness and Intuition: I practiced mindfulness to stay connected with my inner voice. Trusting your gut is a crucial part of trusting yourself. 6. Limit the Influence of Others: While advice can be valuable, I learned to limit the number of people I consult. Too many opinions can cloud your judgment. 7. Celebrate Your Independence: Each time I made a decision on my own, I celebrated it. This reinforced the positive behavior and made me more comfortable with self-reliance. Remember, trusting yourself is a journey. Each step you take towards believing in your own judgment strengthens your independence and personal growth. The more you trust yourself, the more empowered you will feel to make decisions that are right for you.

Someone asked me recently what advice I’d have given my younger self, if I could have done so. A few thoughts sprang to mind, but one stood out the most: Trust that you know what you know. Our gut instincts often get a bad rap. They’re not perceived as logic-based and thinking goes, instincts shouldn’t carry much weight in your decision-making. I call BS - if anything, I think our intuition doesn’t get a fraction of the credit it deserves. I’d venture to bet, if they’re being honest, many professionals would say there were countless times they reflect and say "I knew it! - I don't know why I didn't trust my gut." Listening to your inner voice doesn’t mean you turn your brain off; you’re just tapping into another kind of knowledge – picking up on another person’s subtle body language, for instance, or even drawing on factual information buried in your subconscious, as Malcolm Gladwell talks about in Blink. Nowadays, it’s a daily dedication to make room for intuition in my life and work via meditation, physical exercise, and an overall healthy lifestyle. By working to stay in touch with my body and the way certain choices and situations actually make me feel (as opposed to how I think I ought to feel), I not only gain access to that other sort of wisdom, I learn to trust the role those instincts have to play in the choices I make for my life and business.  What’s your experience with intuition? Can you think of a time when your gut feelings helped you avoid making a mistake? What advice do you wish your younger self knew? #SelfAwareness #GrowthMindset #Habits

Shun the Outer Noise and Listen To Your Inner Voice It is easy to get caught up in the noise and overlook that quiet inner voice guiding your decisions. Trusting your gut, or listening to your instincts, is a powerful tool that can help in both personal and professional issues. My experience relocating to Tennessee without fully heeding my instincts serves as a testament to the consequences of ignoring that inner voice. Deep down, I felt unease, but I chose to ignore it, donning what I call “rose-colored glasses.” This decision led to a series of challenges that could have been mitigated had I trusted my gut feelings. Listening to your instincts isn’t about making rash decisions; it’s about recognizing and valuing your internal warning system. 📍When faced with a significant decision, take a moment to pause and reflect. Journaling your thoughts can also help clarify your feelings. 📍Look back at past decisions where you followed or ignored your instincts. Reflect on the outcomes and what you learned from those experiences. 📍It’s okay to seek advice from trusted friends and family, but remember that your intuition is uniquely attuned to your needs and circumstances. 📍Start by trusting your gut in smaller, less significant decisions. As you see positive outcomes, your confidence in your instincts will grow. Trusting your gut can prevent unnecessary hardship and guide you towards decisions that align with your true self. It’s a journey of self-trust and self-discovery, but the rewards are invaluable. #linkedin #success #growth #personaldevelopment

🌟 The Invisible Force Guiding Success: Intuition and the Power of Listening Within 🌟 I recently found an enlightening YouTube video titled "The Invisible Force Guiding the World's Most Successful People." It delves into a powerful concept that resonates deeply with my personal and professional experiences: the role of intuition in guiding our decisions. 🔊 Key Insights: The Power of Intuition: The video underscores that our inner voice, often overshadowed by the noise of others' opinions, holds the key to our true desires and decisions. It's not just about what we think but what we feel deeper. Intuition vs. Rationality: There's a striking point about our society's emphasis on the rational mind, often at the expense of the intuitive mind. While analysis and data are crucial, the gut feeling, the 'heart' decisions, often lead to the most profound impacts. Accessing Intuition: A recurrent theme in the video is the challenge of tapping into our intuitive sense. It's about learning to listen and trust that inner voice, which grows stronger and more accurate over time. 🧭 Personal Reflection: As an ER physician and writer on AI and healthcare, I've seen the tangible benefits of balancing data-driven decisions with intuitive understanding. Whether in the emergency room or when exploring the potential of AI in healthcare, that gut feeling often guides the best paths forward. 📝 Takeaway: This video serves as a powerful reminder: To excel truly, we must not only listen to our rational thoughts but also give our intuition the attention it deserves. It whispers possibilities, opening doors to paths we might not consider otherwise. 🔗 Check out the full video here for more insights: The Invisible Force Guiding the World's Most Successful People What are your thoughts on intuition in decision-making? Have you experienced moments where your gut feeling led you to success? Share your stories!