Conscious mind Quote by Jonah Lehrer
““Use your conscious mind to acquire all the information you need for making a decision. But don't try to analyze the information with your conscious mind. Instead, go on holiday while your unconscious mind digests it. Whatever your intuition then tells you is almost certainly going to be the best choice.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Edge of Reason, 2009
Let the unconscious process information; conscious analysis can hinder intuition.
In simple terms: Trust your gut after a mental break.
Key Takeaway
Take breaks, trust intuition.
Themes
decision‑making
intuition
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal choices
- creative projects
Key Concepts
cognitive science
psychology
creativity
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you relied on intuition?
- How do you balance analysis and gut feeling?
A Different Perspective
Intuition may be biased; not all decisions suit this method.
