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Assuming Quote by Anne Lamott

“You get your intuition back when you make space for it, when you stop the chattering of the rational mind. The rational mind doesn't nourish you. You assume that it gives you the truth, because the rational mind is the golden calf that this culture worships, but this is not true. Rationality…” quote by Anne Lamott
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“You get your intuition back when you make space for it, when you stop the chattering of the rational mind. The rational mind doesn't nourish you. You assume that it gives you the truth, because the rational mind is the golden calf that this culture worships, but this is not true. Rationality squeezes out much that is rich and juicy and fascinating.”

Anne Lamott

About This Quote

Source Essay: Travelogue of a Spiritual Seeker, 1995

Quieting the rational mind creates space for intuition, which is richer and more fascinating than analytical thought.

In simple terms: Silencing logic lets intuition flourish.

Key Takeaway

Listen to intuition.

Themes

mindfulness intuition creativity spirituality balance

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative work
  • decision making
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

inner voice mental silence creative insight

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you trust intuition over analysis?
  • How can you balance logic and feeling?
A Different Perspective

Rational thinking still has practical value and cannot be wholly dismissed.

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