One of the best pieces of advice I ever received came from a relative I deeply respected, one of the few in my extended family who truly had my admiration. He told me to always follow my instincts.  At first, it seemed like a strange suggestion, but he helped me understand the wisdom behind it. Trusting my gut, he explained, would lead me to decisions aligned with my true self, even when logic or external opinions suggested otherwise.I have followed the advice ever since. Over the years my experiences both good and bad have helped hone my skills and sharpened my instincts. I believe it is the same for all of us.