Intuition and Curiosity: The Superpowers Hiding in Every Conversation

How to Trust Your Gut, Ask Better Questions, and Spark Powerful Change

Every great conversation has a moment where logic gives way to something deeper—a hunch, a question, a flash of insight. Co-Active Coaching calls these moments the work of intuition and curiosity, two skills anyone can develop for more creative, courageous, and transformative interactions. Intuition is a quiet knowing, a sense that something is true even before you have all the evidence. Curiosity is the willingness to wonder, to ask, ‘What if?’ and ‘Why not?’

The book shows that intuition isn’t magic—it’s a trainable sense, built from experience, observation, and subtle cues. Coaches practice sharing their hunches gently, always open to being wrong. ‘I have a feeling there’s more to this story—what do you think?’ can unlock truths that logic alone would miss. Curiosity, meanwhile, lowers the stakes of risk-taking. When leaders and coaches model curiosity, clients feel safe to explore, try new things, and move beyond fear of failure.

Research reveals that curiosity not only fuels learning, but also reduces anxiety and increases resilience. By asking open-ended questions and exploring possibilities, you create a space where growth feels exciting, not threatening. Intuitive intelligence is the art of blending logic and gut feeling, leading to richer, more creative solutions.

Try noticing your next intuitive nudge, and share it without attachment. Ask a playful, open question and see what unfolds. You’ll be surprised at how much more is possible when you trust your gut and let curiosity lead the way.

Let intuition and curiosity be your guide in every conversation—you’ll discover superpowers you never knew you had.
References: Co-Active Coaching (book), SoBrief summary, Co-Active Training Institute Blog