The Value of Internal Cues
The Value of Internal Cues
Internal cues include the emotional states and cravings which prompt us to certain behavior. When we receive an internal cue that we interpret as hunger, for example, we eat. In general, internal cues are very helpful - they give us the emotional signals we need in order to survive and in order to grow. If we find ourselves truly craving the pleasant emotional states we get from drawing or from designing, we may follow these internal cues to schooling and work in the arts or in design. In this case, internal cues have been a positive force, pushing us to act on an interest and giving us clues we can use in shaping our lives.
Researchers believe that internal cues are our body’s defense mechanism, which in ancient times allowed our race to survive by pushing us into specific actions. By intuitively acting on internal cues, our ancient ancestors were able to survive, feed themselves, and reproduce. >>> More in 101 Tips for Overcoming Addiction Directory
