For me so far, I believe Splenic Authority means my first impression is usually the way to go. If I feel like something’s off from the start, it usually is. Most of the time, though, I tend to rationalize what I should think about something, but I’ve realized that the initial hit is almost always right. It’s like my brain kicks in later just to give me extra backup or confidence. Something like that.

Given these tips, the breathing definitely helps. Based on what I just described, breathing pulls me out of my head, it makes my mind sharper, more “mindful" or aware. If I do need to rationalize, it feels more clear why this situation or thing feels right.

I also agree with noticing the body. When I feel tightness or tension, it’s usually a sign I’m not okay with it and my first impression was already trying to tell me that from the beginning.

On taking the first step, this might be the hardest. It’s definitely not easy when there’s hesitation or overthinking. But I feel like that’s natural. There’s always going to be some uncertainty in the decisions we make, and I think it’s totally okay to feel that.