Intuition becomes increasingly valuable in the new information society precisely because there is so much data.
Interpretation
Intuition is essential in today's world filled with overwhelming data, as it helps in making sense of information.
In an age where data is abundant and constantly increasing, the ability to trust and utilize one's intuition becomes critical. John Naisbitt suggests that as we navigate this information society, intuition is a valuable tool that enables individuals to make informed decisions amidst the chaos of excessive data available, helping to discern what is truly important.
In practice
During a presentation about data analysis in business, you could use this quote to emphasize the importance of intuition in making strategic decisions.
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If you just sit and observe, you will see how restless your mind is. If you try to calm it, it only makes it worse, but over time it does calm, and when it does, there's room to hear more subtle things - that's when your intuition starts to blossom and you start to see things more clearly and be in the present more. Your mind just slows down, and you see a tremendous expanse in the moment. You see so much more than you could see before. It's a discipline; you have to practice it.
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