Intuition is the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning. With millions of years of evolution in our DNA, there are many things we can subconsciously pick up on that have helped our ancestors survive.

Those gut feelings and ‘knowings’ about a choice to make, or where to go, and so on can be inner messages from your intuition sensing something and wanting to direct your action.




The age-old saying, “Listen to what your heart says,” and “Follow your heart,” have been passed on in numerous cultures throughout the world and history. The Greeks themselves considered the heart to be the seat of rationality.

The use and understanding of intuition varies from person to person, as some say that their intuition has lead them to good decisions in the past, while others seem to not acknowledge its existence at all.

C. Joybell C., the top author of Goodreads says that, “The differences between people lie in their use of these senses; most people don’t know anything about the inner senses while a few people rely on them just as they rely on their physical senses, and in fact probably even more.”

Here are the five most intuitive signs:

1. Virgo

Virgo’s are perfectionists. They have a keen sense for beauty and their attention to detail makes it easy for them to spot errors and imperfections.

Their intuition plays a strong role in fully comprehending an object or issue. Their gut doesn’t leave anything to chance, and they are rational enough to figure things out.

This combination of perfectionism, rationality and a strong intuition makes them the strongest possible editors and censurers, who can find any error quickly and with ease. When they combine their hearts and love into their intuition, then they can begin using this ability to detect the paths in life that can fulfill their heart’s desires.

2. Aries

They are warriors and have an inner sense that can spot competition and conflict.

Often having experience from martial arts, action movies and conflict management gives them the desire to not only seek out these types of conflicts, but to get through them unharmed thanks in part to their strong intuition.

As some would think this shows a lack of proper concern for their safety, they are able to navigate through challenging situations with ease thanks to the great judge of character they get from their intuition. Intentions and opinions are easy interpreted, without the need to think too hard on it.

3. Pisces

Pisces are naturals at forming friendships and bonds. Reading people comes easily to them, so whether it’s choosing the type of conversations and activities in order to develop a new friend, or how to win often playing poker, their ability to see into others using their intuition helps them greatly.

While having many deep connections, they can also be wary of physical and emotional contact. They quickly perceive if another is overly negative, and tend to stay away from them.

Safety and the comforts of living are quite appealing to Pisces, and trust is greatly valued in relationships. Their charisma is a beautiful flow of their mixture between people reading and intuition.

4. Gemini

While often desiring freedom more than a confining commitment, intimacy comes natural to them.

Gemini dislike conflicts in relationships and usually would rather stay calm, walk away and avoid fights rather than try to argue their points across.

Their intuition is fine-tuned and can sense a coming conflict far before it happens, and when it does come, they are likely not to be there. Highly intelligent people, their combination of smarts and non-commitment make their use of intuition one that keeps them in a safe space as often as possible.

5. Aquarius

Their connection to nature and the universe is one of the strongest of all of the signs, and their strong intuition often develops due to their deep appreciation of the world around them.

Being impulsive and extreme at times, they’ve learned to use their intuition to make quick and correct decisions, which often leads them to advance very far in life.

Good friendships can be rare, as not everyone can keep up with them. But be sure that having an Aquarius as a friend means that you’ll probably be led by them to the best situation possible for whatever activity you pursue together.

They say you can tell a lot about a person by looking at their hands. The same is true when it comes to analyzing body language and facial expressions.

Many traditions teach that we can tell a lot about someone’s personality just by looking at the length of their little finger.

Look at the picture below and decide which type you are – A, B, or C. Then read about your type and see if it’s true for you.

TYPE A

When it comes to expressing your feelings, it takes time for you to open up, and you often come off as reserved. You identify most easily as an introvert, and sharing your thoughts and feelings is not something you openly do with just anyone. Only those within your close circle get to see the real you, and what they see is a strong and independent individual.

You don’t tolerate lies and hypocrisy because you’ve been honest for just about your entire life. You are a loyal person and would do anything for your loved ones, but you expect the same in return.

You can be seen as cold or reserved to the people you are not close with, but once they get to know you they see how easily likable you are. You are a bit sensitive at times, and don’t have the tolerance to deal with people or things that bother you.

You have a heart of gold inside of you, and your love shines through to those you allow in to your life. Most of your time is spent with close friends and family, and you love to spend time laughing together.

TYPE B

You are a very loyal and sensitive person. Within a loving relationship, your partner becomes the center of your universe, and you shower them with your love, affection and attention. They are always in your mind, and you desire a deep level of intimacy with them.

You are also scared of being hurt, so you protect yourself by not giving too much of yourself to others. You want to be seen as independent and self-sustaining to others; someone who doesn’t need another to be happy. But deep within your heart you often dream of having a lifelong connection with someone.

You have a strong ability to commit to something, whether it’s your family, career, education, friends or goals. When you commit to working hard for something, through persistence you achieve it.

You have a calm and serene nature, and dislike stress-inducing confrontations. Even during a tense situation, you are able to remain your inner state of calm; a rare gift that people around you have noticed.

TYPE C

You are an optimistic person with an enjoyment of life and you believe everything happens for a reason. You let go of negativity as quickly as you can, and you’re quick to forgive the people in your life, because you’ve realized the true joy and peace that comes from living this way.

The things you’ve learned about life in terms of how to be happy and to keep a good mindset cause you to be quite confident in yourself, and when you argue with someone they often feel overwhelmed by your sense of being right. Even if you are right, you’re the first to apologize when you feel they’ve been hurt.

You are direct and straight-forward; others know where you stand and they also know where they stand with you. You value their opinions and feelings, and friends often come to you when they need a strong listening ear for support, which you kindly give. However when it comes to your own personal feelings and problems, you often try to deal with them yourself rather than sharing them with another.

You love to stay within the bounds of what you already know, where it’s safe and secure, as the unknown can be a bit scary at times. Leaving your comfort zone in small ways every so often can help you to bring your strength into new and fulfilling experiences that help you to grow.

There is a big difference between being alone and in feeling the feeling of being lonely. A ‘loner’ will prefer to spend time alone, but they rarely feel lonely.

Being friends with a loner is not something that everyone gets the chance to experience. They choose their friends carefully, and are wise about who they open their inner thoughts and feelings with.

So what makes a person a loner? Here are 6 characteristics these often deep and misunderstood people share:

1. Loyalty

You most likely will not see them hanging out with a large group of people or take part in any wide social circle. They keep their circle small and only invest time in real and meaningful friendships. Loyalty is their virtue, and if you have a friend who likes spending time alone, you can be sure that they’ll always have your back. No matter what!

2. Open-mindedness

Just because they prefer being alone most of the time doesn’t automatically mean that they are not open-minded and interested in new and exciting things. You might actually be surprised by how adventurous they are. The fact is, they just enjoy spending time alone replenishing before engaging in most social activities. But they are often real thrill-seekers, just like you!

3. Level-headedness

Since they love being alone, they have plenty of time to reflect and contemplate about life. This allows them to develop a stronger sense of self than others, and causes them to become more confident and comfortable with themselves. They consider time spent alone as a means to recharge.

4. Self-awareness

Many people choose to ignore their thoughts and emotions, and also the results of thinking either positively or negatively. Loners on the other hand are aware of the results of the ways of thinking that they choose; a piece of wisdom only learned by those who have spent a lot of time in deep personal reflection.

As they know themselves well, this enables them to know others well. While everyone has times of negative and/or depressing thoughts, loners are able to choose to stay in their hearts, maintain a positive attitude and to keep a positive outlook on life.

5. They understand the value of time; both yours and theirs.

They have a deeper understanding of the value of time. It is of utmost importance to them, as they understand we all have a limited amount of time on this Earth, so it needs to be spent in the best way possible. Efficiency and time management come easily to them as they are adept in choosing what is worth investing time in and what is not.

6. They set and maintain strong boundaries.

All that time spent alone gives loners a clear view of what inspires them; what works for them, as well as what doesn’t. They set these healthy and strong boundaries and work on maintaining them on a daily basis. These boundaries help them in decision-making, especially when it comes to deciding if something or someone is worth investing their energy in.

Some studies have found that these people can be more likely to achieve success than others. Which is no surprise, since enjoying moments of tranquillity with themselves helps lead to and produce new ideas, and also boosts one’s creativity.

Below are ten reasons why people who love spending time alone are more likely to be successful:

• They have better memories (solitude gives them the right perspective).

• They are relieved from anxiety (spending time alone helps rid their minds of negative thoughts).

• They understand who they are.

• They are more creative (day-to-day distractions affect our thoughts and prevent them from getting out of the box).

• They are more focused, studies show.

• They have better relationships (spending time alone helps understand yourself better and identify the relationships that work for you).

• They make smarter decisions.

• They can boost their productivity by spending time alone and thinking clearly.

• They cherish the simple things in life.

• They manage problems effectively.

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The word empath has become popular recently, but do you know its real meaning? Are you one?

Empathy is defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Empaths not only feel the feelings of others, but can also sense and feel the energies of those around them. Everyone has a certain amount of sensitivity, but an empath is sensitive and emotionally perceptive to the next degree. When they learn to manage their feelings and stay in the heart, they have developed what could be called a new ‘superpower’.




Empaths are highly sensitive people and are full of understanding for others. We can say that they are truly considerate and compassionate to the highest extent. They have the innate ability to feel what someone else is feeling. Yet most empaths are not really sure about how this works.

If you’re curious about whether or not you’re an empath, these 8 signs will help you figure it out:

1. Dreaming about events before they happen.

Have you ever had a dream about a specific event, and it happened the next day, or week? While many people chalk it up as coincidence, this is actually your deep intuition at work, and if you open it up a bit more it will happen regularly.

2. Having a bad feeling about a certain situation, and being right.

Turning out to be right about having bad feelings toward certain situations is quite normal if it happens just every now and then. But if it keeps happening over and over again, then think twice. It is very likely that your intuition is off the charts!

3. You just connect with some people.

It’s long been established that humans are social beings who cannot live alone. When we engage in social interactions, we instinctively analyze the person and feel drawn to some. But there are special cases where certain people attract you instantly!

4. You usually end up getting what you want.

Call it blessed or just unbelievably lucky, but you seem to realize your goals and dreams much more easily than others.

5. Even a completely silent room seems noisy.

In a room full of quiet people, it feels like sounds and energies are hovering above, always present. Sound familiar? You are capable of feeling the feelings of others. This can be quite overwhelming at times, but you’ll eventually get used to it.

6. You know when someone’s lying.

You have this tried and tested ability to judge whether a person is being honest or not. It doesn’t matter if you know them personally. You can say that you’ve developed this ability over time through numerous interactions, but most likely you’re just gifted with a special kind of intuition.

7. You can predict how things will turn out.

You can quickly predict the outcome of a situation while others cannot easily see what it will be.

8. You feel the need to recharge your own batteries quite often.

Last but definitely not least, you need your alone time to regenerate. After dealing with so many emotions and energies, your body needs time to cleanse, relax and replenish your own energies.

You are Loved.

See Also: 16 Things You’ll Notice When You’re In The Presence Of An Empath

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It is essential for us to learn how very important self-love and self-compassion are, and how only those who truly love themselves can genuinely love another.

The following 7 points explain why it’s important to love yourself; for your own wellbeing and for the sake of others too.

1. You gain full control of your life.

You will come to realize that you always have a choice. We can choose feelings of shame, guilt and fear, or feelings of love, deep relaxation and gentleness as we choose our thoughts that create our feelings.  When we start loving ourselves, we realize that we too are worthy; we are good enough and deserve every bit of love in all aspects of our lives, just as much as any other person. When we come to embrace and feel that we are ‘good enough’, our lives also reflect this acceptance, and we begin to have enough of everything; love, friends, money, relationships, healthy self-esteem and good experiences. Life attracts to us the same energy that we choose to feel for and about ourselves, so choose to feel real love for you from your heart and see what happens.

2. You set boundaries regarding dating and love.

You will become more assertive once you start setting standards and boundaries when it comes to relationships. Once you begin loving yourself, you care for yourself and truly want yourself to be happy; this means only allowing actions and behaviors that are for your higher good. This allows you to have more purpose in dating than before. Give yourself time in discovering who you are and what kind of partner you are looking for. Set boundaries in terms of what supports you and is healthy for you, and what does not support you, and stick to them. Beginning with self love is the only sure way to attract a partner who also loves you.

3. You stop feeling like you need anyone’s approval.

Self love is unconditional acceptance of all aspects of one’s self. Once we truly accept that we are good enough just the way we are, we no longer need anyone else’s approval to tell us that. When we stop choosing our behaviors based on the expectations of others, we are able to start doing the things that we really want. The result is a greater happiness, and a peace that comes from not stressing about things we cannot control; namely the expectations of another. Being kind is good and to be admired, but there’s a difference between choosing actions out of the fear of not pleasing another, and of a genuine giving of love from the heart.

4. You start making conscious decisions that you believe in.

Self love helps us to make big decisions; whether to change your draining job to a career that motivates your heart, or to move to a different city, state, or even country where you feel like life is an adventure and you wake up every day feeling truly alive. Weighing the pros and cons becomes easier as we can more clearly identify and support what we truly want. When we love ourselves, we are given the courage we need to let go of things and paths that do not serve us, and to move on to that which empowers us and brings us into a life of love.

5. You love your alone time.

You will stop running away from your thoughts and emotions, and instead, accept and love your ‘self’ within them. New alone time activities such as Yoga, swimming, going to the gym, reading, taking a bath or watching movies all become very enjoyable as they naturally make you feel good, and you stop feeling afraid to be alone. When you love the one you’re alone with, it’s easy to enjoy being alone.

6. You form a stronger relationship with yourself.

Self compassion causes us to develop a deep connection with yourself; something that is quite profound, gentle, tender and loving. You will have meaningful insights and essential discoveries about yourself. When you’re your own best friend, you feel more secure and depend less on trying to get others to fill your emotional gaps/pains with relief, love and attention. Self-love nourishes yourself, and living from the heart frees us from unnecessary ideas that we need something outside of ourselves to be happy. Strengthening your inner-relationship also helps in forming and maintaining your bonds with others, as it begins to come from a place of enjoyment rather than need.

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7. You stop seeking happiness from relationships, but rather bring the happiness you’ve developed within yourself to your relationships.

Once you realize that you do not need a partner to be happy, you will feel a certain sense of relief, dignity and peace. But that doesn’t mean you aren’t open to the idea of additional happiness with a partner. It just means that having yourself is enough to keep you happy, and after that is established, you’re in a much healthier place to start a new relationship.

You are Loved.