Different Ways Of Knowing | We human beings have many ways of knowing what we need to know in order to get through our lives. One way of knowing things is to engage in a course of study in an academic environment. Another way of knowing things is simply to go through the experiences that come our way, making a conscious effort to learn from them. A third way in which people gain knowledge is through the vehicle of intuition, a gift some have more than others, but which can be developed in anyone. No one way of knowing things is better than another way, and they can all be useful at different points in our lives. Most of us naturally gravitate toward one way of knowing over others, and this tends to be clear early in our lives. For the most part, we live in a culture that values a logical, mental approach to knowing things, so those with intuitive gifts may have been shamed, undervalued, or misunderstood in our ways. Many of us are working our way out of this incorrect value judgment, recognizing that our intuition, far from being wrong or untrustworthy, is a great gift. For those of us who conduct our learning in the thick of our life experiences, we may also have to make an extra effort to remind ourselves that our particular intelligence -- often called common sense -- while not always officially rewarded, has its own special genius. Even though, in a given time or place, certain types of intelligence tend to be valued more than others, no way of knowing is inherently better than another. Once we understand this, we can value our own intelligence, as well as the different intelligences of the people we encounter. Sometimes, just understanding that we are coming at the same issue in different ways helps us to avoid an unnecessary conflict. When we value all ways of knowing equally, we benefit not only from what we have learned, and how we have learned it, but from all the other forms of intelligence we are open to honoring. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by DailyOM Words are incredibly powerful. The things you say influence perceptions, alter opinions, and change connections with others, in both positive and negative ways. This enlightening 7-day course provides insightful strategies and transformative techniques for listening and speaking mindfully, so that what you convey is a true reflection of you and your intentions. You'll learn simple, practical approaches that can be immediately implemented to open and expand your consciousness, help you become more self-aware, and give you the skills to achieve the outcomes you desire in all conversations. This course will give you the tools and knowledge you need to be less reactive and impulsive, so that you can build meaningful and productive relationships with every person in your life. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 2. Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days 3. Overcoming Creative Anxiety 4. Go Sleeveless in 14 Days 5. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 6. 4 Minute Metabolism Booster 7. Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor 8. Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain 9. Non-Surgical Facelift 10. Anti-Aging Face Yoga
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