Integrated Inquiry: Mystical Intuition and Research1
T. Anthony Marcus
The Open Information Science Journal February 8, 2011 DOI: 10.2174/1874947x01103010080 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Citations | 3 |
| Key points | Argues that integrated intelligence—intuitive and contemplative ways of knowing—can be applied to formal research through five practical tools (the Intuitive Diary, Free-form Writing, Meditative States, The Feeling Sense, and Embracing Synchronicity), and contends that this "integrated inquiry" can greatly enhance research. |
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to initiate a broader dialogue on the use of integrated intelligence (or INI) in formal research.The application of INI in research is referred to as integrated inquiry.The idea of integrated intelligence, and its specific applications, can be viewed as genuine cognitive processes, or for the more skeptical, as provocations to inspire the researcher toward greater creativity.The first part of this paper briefly defines important terms and situates the idea of integrated intelligence within a historical and civilisational perspective.Finally, the most important section of this paper outlines specific and practical ways that INI can be used by the modern researcher.The five INI tools are the Intuitive Diary, Free-form Writing, Meditative States, The Feeling Sense, and Embracing Synchronicity.The essential argument of this paper is that integrated inquiry can greatly enhance research.