How to Tell the Difference between Your Ego, Logic, Spirit Guides, Intuition, and Low Vibrations
Written by Patricia Zimmerman
Know the Difference Between Your Inner Voices
Learning to recognize the different voices within you is key to spiritual growth and self-mastery. Each voice—Ego, Logic, Spirit Guides, Intuition, and Low Vibrations—communicates in distinct ways. When you can discern who’s speaking, you empower yourself to choose wisely and align with your higher self.
Ego — “Edging God Out”
The ego is self-centered rather than spirit-centered. Its focus is personal preservation, not the greater good. It will either inflate or deflate you, depending on what you need to hear to maintain control. The ego says things like:
“Don’t go out with that loser—he’ll ruin your reputation.”
“That piece of pie is going straight to your thighs, honey!”
“There’s no way we’re taking speech next semester—I’d rather die first.”
“She doesn’t love you, so you might as well cheat.”
While ego often claims to protect you from embarrassment or failure, it operates from fear, separation, and illusion. It keeps you small by convincing you that you are your titles, your appearance, or your mistakes.
Logic — The Voice of Reason
Logic speaks through reason, analysis, and past experience. It draws on facts, memory, and probability to help you make practical choices. Logic says things like:
“Last time you tried that, you broke your ankle. You’ll probably get hurt again.”
“Speaking in front of thirty people won’t kill you—just practice until you’re ready.”
“He’s smart, good-looking, and stable—you should date him.”
“There’s a traffic jam ahead; take the shortcut.”
Logic is useful for navigating the physical world, but it’s limited by what you already know. It can’t always guide you through spiritual lessons, uncertainty, or the unseen.
Spirit Guides — The Higher Perspective
Your spirit guides see the bigger picture. Their purpose is to help you stay aligned with your soul’s plan and continue your spiritual evolution. They won’t violate your free will, but they gently guide you toward the best path for your growth—even when it’s uncomfortable. Spirit guides say things like:
“Accept the job in Los Angeles—it’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.”
“Don’t be afraid of the speech—it will go better than you expect.”
“You know in your heart he’s not right for you.”
“Remember how you felt the last time you overindulged—do you want that again?”
Their messages are loving, wise, and sometimes challenging. They always seek your highest good, even when their guidance leads you through temporary hardship.
Intuition — The Inner Compass
Intuition is not a messenger but a message—a momentary flash of knowing that helps you make quick decisions aligned with your life path. It is the bridge between you and divine guidance, often coming through as an instant feeling, impulse, or inner voice. Intuition whispers:
“Run.”
“Go left, now.”
“He’s the one—introduce yourself.”
“Stop at the gas station on your way home.”
Intuitive messages come fast and clear. They don’t argue, explain, or repeat themselves. When you honor them, you experience more flow and fewer life-altering detours.
Low Vibrations — The Voice of Fear
Low-vibrational energies seek to drain your spirit and distract you from your divine path. They feed on fear, pain, and unresolved trauma, whispering negativity into your mind. Low vibrations say things like:
“Nobody loves you.”
“You can’t do that—you’ll fail.”
“He doesn’t care about you.”
“Skip your workout—it doesn’t matter.”
If left unchecked, these energies create feelings of unworthiness, anxiety, and depression. Counter them by raising your vibration—through love, gratitude, prayer, and light-filled action.
Summary: Understanding the Voices
Ego tries to protect you but keeps you trapped in fear and separation.
Logic helps when experience applies but falters in unknown territory.
Spirit Guides lovingly nudge you toward growth and purpose.
Intuition gives real-time guidance to help you make aligned decisions.
Low Vibrations attempt to hold you back from your highest potential.
Sometimes, these voices overlap. For example:
Your ego might say, “Why would he be interested in you?”
Your logic says, “He wants you to get in a van behind an alley—bad idea.”
Your spirit guides warn, “You can’t trust this person.”
Your intuition screams, “Danger—walk away!”
When all four agree, listen.
Develop Discernment
The key to spiritual growth is awareness and practice. Each time you hear that inner voice, pause and ask: “Who is speaking right now—my ego, my logic, my spirit guide, or my intuition?” With time, you’ll clearly recognize which voice serves your highest good and which does not.
If you ever hear destructive or harmful voices urging you to harm yourself or others, understand that you’re tuning into low-vibrational entities. Seek help immediately and surround yourself with love, light, and professional guidance.