I grew up in an area with a grid, and NSEW comes easily. OTOH I never cease to be appalled by people who are absolutely clueless about which direction North is.

I grew up in an area with a grid, and NSEW comes easily. OTOH I never cease to be appalled by people who are absolutely clueless about which direction North is. How is it possible to navigate ? Do you need a mapping app fused into your brain ?