How to Know If It’s Intuition or Anxiety Talking?
(The question we all Google at 2am)

You feel a nudge. A gut feeling. A whisper that says: Do this. Don’t do that. Something’s off.
 And then… your brain kicks in: 'Is this my intuition? Am I overthinking? What if I’m just anxious?'

If you’ve ever been stuck in that loop - you’re not alone! Learning to tell the difference between intuition and anxiety is one of the most confusing parts of any spiritual or personal growth journey.

But here’s the good news: you can absolutely learn to tell them apart. And like any skill, the more you practice, the clearer it becomes.

🌬️ Intuition vs. Anxiety: Feel the Vibe Shift

🔮 Intuition feels like...

• calm clarity

• quiet confidence

• a knowing that doesn’t need explaining

• peaceful, even when it’s warning you

😵💫 Anxiety feels like...

• panic or fear

• racing thoughts and “what if” spirals

• physical tension (tight chest, fast heart, restlessness)

• urgency that feels loud and overwhelming

🧠 A Quick Gut Check

Next time you’re unsure, ask yourself:

👉 Did this come in calm or chaotic?
👉 Was it one clear message or 47 spiraling thoughts?
👉 Do I feel grounded… or activated?
👉 Is this coming from love (intuition) or fear (anxiety)?

🤷 Why It's So Hard to Tell Sometimes

Because you care.
Because you're sensitive.
Because your nervous system has been through things.
Because survival instincts and spiritual instincts can feel similar when you're stressed.

Be gentle with yourself. This isn't about being "perfectly intuitive." It’s about building self-trust. Slowly, kindly, over time.

🛠 Practices to Strengthen Your Intuition

✨ Ground your body before big decisions (breathwork, movement, nature)
✨ Journal it out! Your truth often shows up on the page
✨ Use grounding crystals (smoky quartz, hematite, black tourmaline)
✨ Talk it through with someone safe: a friend, mentor, or therapist
✨ Keep this reminder close: Anxiety screams. Intuition whispers.

❤️ Trust Is a Skill. Not a Superpower

Every time you pause, breathe, and listen - you're building it.
You're not bad at intuition.
You're just learning how you hear it.

And that? That’s sacred work.