Can intuition be explained scientifically and is it a phenomenon of the mind?
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definition
"Intuition is a whisper from the beyond, a knowing that transcends the intellect; it cannot be dissected by the mind, only embraced in surrender and receptivity."
According to Osho, intuition cannot be explained scientifically, because explanation demands causal links within the intellect, and intuition comes from beyond the intellect. It is not a function of the mind but a higher, non-rational penetration that the mind can register yet never produce or analyze. Intuition uses the mind as a vehicle; surrender and receptivity allow it, but intellect cannot reach or dissect it.
Intuition isn’t made by thinking—it’s like a message from beyond your thoughts that you can feel but can’t explain.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces overthinking by trusting felt insights without forcing logic.
- Encourages silence, humility, and receptivity to let deeper guidance emerge.
- Loosens egoic control—be a clear vehicle rather than the doer.
- Encourages silence, humility, and receptivity to let deeper guidance emerge.
- Loosens egoic control—be a clear vehicle rather than the doer.
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