At some point in life, you’ve probably wondered: “How do I know what my highest self is telling me?”

That quiet nudge you sometimes feel guiding you? That's it. But here's the challenge—there are usually two voices inside your head, and it can be tricky to tell them apart. The louder one is often fueled by fear, ego, and doubt, while the softer one is your highest self, connected to a divine source of wisdom. Learning to distinguish between these voices is essential in aligning with your true purpose. And after reading today’s guide, you will be able to start putting in the practice.

IN TODAY’S GUIDE YOU’LL LEARN

How to know which voice is speaking
How to define your highest self
Ways to help tune and listen to your highest self

Distinguishing The Two Voices: Ego vs. Highest Self

You have two main voices inside you. The first is the voice of your highest self, which is connected to the universe, God, divine intelligence, spirit guides, angels, or whatever resonates with you. This voice is your internal guide on your journey through life. It encourages, uplifts, and gently nudges you toward your true path. It's calm, grounded, and wise. But it’s often subtle, almost like a whisper.

The other voice belongs to your ego and fear. This voice is louder, more urgent, and usually driven by insecurity. It wants to keep you safe but often keeps you small and stuck. The ego is heavily influenced by past experiences and the fear of an uncertain future. It's a voice that thrives on doubt, second-guessing, limiting beliefs, and staying in comfort believing it knows best from past experiences. Essentially, the ego is stuck in the past and isn’t thinking ahead of the future, a more knowledgeable/experinced version of you.

You’ve probably noticed that when you’re faced with a decision, there’s often an inner conflict. The ego might try to convince you to stay within your comfort zone, while your highest self encourages you to take a leap of faith and pursue what feels right. It’s up to you to learn to identify which voice is speaking and follow the one that aligns with your higher purpose. The voice of your highest self will always uplift, support, and offer guidance with compassion, but first, before you learn how to tap into this voice you need to define it more that resonates most with you.

Examples: Highest Self vs. Ego

To make things clearer, let’s look at some examples of how your highest self and ego might show up in real-life situations:

Highest Self: “You are capable of achieving this. It’s okay to take it slow and steady. Trust that everything will unfold as it should.”

Ego: “This is too difficult. You’re not ready, and what if you fail? Better not to try.”

Highest Self: “This opportunity feels aligned with your true desires. It’s outside your comfort zone, but that’s where growth happens.”

Ego: “You’ve never done anything like this before. It’s too risky, and what if it doesn’t work out?”

Highest Self: “You’ve overcome challenges before, and you will again. Trust in your ability to grow.”

Ego: “Remember the last time you tried something like this? It didn’t work out, did it?”

Notice the vocabulary each voice uses, the ego is most likely always limiting whereas the highest self focuses on growth, opportunity, and alignment.

Defining Your Highest Self

Your highest self knows your potential and your purpose and guides you toward them with love and encouragement. It’s connected to a wisdom that goes beyond your everyday experiences, plugging into the infinite intelligence of the universe.

Your highest self isn’t worried about the past or the future. It exists in the present moment, ready to guide you based on what’s happening now. It knows that when you’re aligned with your true self, everything you need will unfold naturally.

On the other hand, your ego often operates from a place of fear and doubt. It holds onto past traumas and tries to predict the future, making you anxious or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. As Ryuu Shinohara wisely said, “If you’re unsure of how to distinguish between the voice of your compulsions and your intuition, consider the element of time within them. If the voice is time-traveling far into the future or is telling you stories from the past, then this is most certainly a compulsion. (The Magic of Manifesting Money, Ryuu Shinohara).”

This quote highlights the key difference between the two voices: one is always anchored in the present (your highest self), while the other is often caught up in the past or future (your ego) and to know the difference always keep in mind your intuition or highest self always stays grounded in the present.

The Simplest Definition of Intuition

Your intuition can also be described as your highest self, everyone has access to it. It’s the voice of your highest self, the one that guides you toward decisions and paths that are in alignment with your best self and highest good.

This internal guide is subtle and quiet, but it’s always there, ready to help you. However, in a world filled with distractions—whether from technology, social media, or even the noise of daily life—this voice can be hard to hear. Learning to recognize and trust it is key to mastering your internal world, and “once you master the internal, the external will naturally fall into place” (The Magic of Manifesting Money, Ryuu Shinohara), and this goes for ANYTHING in life.

How to Find Your Highest Self Amidst the Distractions

Now that we’ve covered the two voices let’s talk about how to tap into that intelligent guide you will always have access to and will always be readily available to you in the process of going after the life you desire.

We know it’s not easy to tune out the noise of the world and tune into the voice of your highest self. The constant noise of outside influences makes it challenging to hear that quiet, inner guide. But it’s possible, and with practice, you can sharpen your ability to hear and trust it. Always give yourself compassion as this takes time and because your ego voice is so loud and convincing it can be difficult in the beginning, but like with everything in life, the more you practice the better you become.

Here are some ways to help you connect with your highest self:

1. Journaling

Journaling is one of the best ways to get in touch with your intuition. When you write down your thoughts, you clear the mental clutter and create space for your highest self to come through. It’s a powerful practice that can reveal insights and wisdom you didn’t even know you had. Start by writing down questions you have or decisions you’re facing, and let your thoughts flow freely. You might be surprised by the clarity that comes through.

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2. Meditation

Meditation is another key practice for connecting with your intuition. By quieting your mind, you allow your intuition to speak. In moments of stillness, you’ll find that your highest self can finally get a word in. Even just a few minutes of mindfulness each day can help you strengthen this connection.

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3. Grounding

Spending time in nature helps you reconnect with your intuition. When you ground yourself, either by walking barefoot on the earth or simply sitting in a natural environment, you come back to the present moment. This is where your highest self resides—here and now. Grounding helps you tune out the distractions and tune into the inner guidance that’s always available to you.

4. Listening to Your Body

Your body is an incredible tool for connecting with your highest self. Often, intuition shows up as a physical sensation—a gut feeling, a flutter in your heart, or even a sense of calm. Pay attention to how your body reacts when you’re making decisions. If something feels off, trust that sensation. Your body is deeply connected to your intuition, and it can give you clues when something isn’t right.

5. Quiet Time

Create space in your day where you disconnect from technology, social media, and external noises. Whether it’s through meditation, a walk in nature, or simply sitting in silence, this quiet time allows your intuition to rise to the surface. In moments of stillness, you’re more likely to hear the quiet voice of your highest self.

Tapping into Your Intuition = More Creativity

Do you ever feel like you know what you want out of life, but not how to get it? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. When you become more aware of your intuitive voice you will begin to hear the answers from your highest self. Your higher self already knows what you came here to do and is there to help you throughout the process. It can get extremely overwhelming with all the distractions, but once you tune those noises out, your internal guide or intuition will be readily available to serve you. The main benefit of tapping into your intuition is that you become more creative in coming up with ideas for getting the life you desire. This creativity makes the process more enjoyable because you don’t look for outside guidance, you know what you need to do is specific to you and your journey, not anyone else's.

Master Your Internal Experience

Mastering the voice of your highest self isn’t about shutting down your ego (it’s doing its job in believing that it’s keeping you safe) but learning to recognize which voice to trust. Your ego’s voice will often shout, while your highest self whispers. It’s up to you to decide which one you’ll listen to. The more you practice tuning into your highest self, the easier it will be to hear it in the midst of life’s noise.

When you focus on mastering your internal world, the external one naturally aligns. Your highest self is always guiding you toward your best life. It’s up to you to quiet the distractions and trust the guidance that’s already inside of you.

Recognizing the voice of your highest self is one of the most powerful tools you can develop on your journey of self-discovery. It’s your direct connection to the universe and all the wisdom that comes with it. By learning to listen, trust, and follow this voice, you’ll find that life begins to flow in ways that feel aligned, empowered, and fulfilling.

Stay grounded in the present moment and start by practicing journaling, meditation, and quiet time in your daily routine. The more you listen to your intuition, the louder and clearer it will become. And remember, your highest self is always there, ready to guide you toward your best life.

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