go with one’s gut

(idiom) trust one’s instincts and feelings when making a decision

Example Sentences:

A: I have two girls I can date, Kelly and Heather.
B: Which do you like the most?
A: I’m unsure. Kelly is really beautiful but Heather is really smart.
B: You should go with your gut. Stop thinking too much.

I didn’t know if I should study science or philosophy, so I went with my gut and decided to study science.

From the Blogs:

Marian Hossa, go with your gut

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Similar idioms:

1. gut
2. no hard feelings