As Rob Pincus defines it, intuitive means in a way that works well with what the body does naturally, and is consistent and congruent with the context of what a person is doing. Intuition relies on having some idea or information that will make a response as appropriate and efficient as possible. Conversely, instinctive reactions to a stimulus are beyond our control. In this video, learn the differences between intuition vs. instinct and how they may impact your defensive response.