päänavigointi
Päänavigointi refers to a method of navigation that uses the body's inner ear and the vestibular system to detect movement and maintain balance, particularly in the absence of visual cues such as during a storm, in a dense forest, or when navigating in complete darkness. This reliance on body awareness allows the individual to infer their orientation and movement without relying on external visual references.
During päänavigointi, an individual seeks to align their body with major directions such as north, south, east,
Päänavigointi is an ancient and widely used technique that allows for effective navigation by utilizing one's