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Defining Intuition

            Coming to terms with what is meant by intuition is difficult. There are perhaps as many definitions of intuition as there are people who have given thought to this elusive experience. There are some recurring themes which we have tried to capture in our approach to the topic.
             I offer a right brain and a left brain definition of the term. Some will find the left brain version suits their style, others the right brain. .
             Definition for the Left Brain.
             In particular, this interest is widespread among practitioners. Recent studies show that most business leaders recognize the importance of intuition. World wide over 60% of managers report they use intuition as much as if not more than rationality in business dealings.
             Given its elusiveness, intuition is best "defined" in the broadest possible terms. Verbal and visual metaphor may capture the intuitive essence better than rational statements. The quality of Pretty Kitty's presence in the picture intimates more about the intuitive experience than volumes of prose. Her exquisite attention to the present moment is profound. When I saw her and took the picture, I was electrified.
             When words are used, they come closer to expressing the nature of intuition when they have an all encompassing quality. The short poem verbally complements Pretty Kitty's presence. The simplest and at the same time most elegant "statement" of intuitive being is the Chinese word "Tao" and its accompanying visual symbol of swirling, blending yin and yang. I have not captured the meaning that concisely. I imagine my experience does not have sufficient depth. Other than the poem, here is the best I have done.
            


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