That is the dance of the ego… When we are in fear, we are aligned with the ego and begin the “dance with the ego” …endless ruminations & comparisons. Paint a beautiful painting.
Intuitive answers are short, direct, and to the point, leaving you feeling relieved, informed, strengthened, and clear. They are calm, compassionate and most importantly surprising! I find the key to finding an intuitive answer is to respond as fast as possible, spending no more than a minute to come up with each answer. The longer I take… the more likely I am to slip back into the ego driven mind.
In contrast, a negative ego judgment or projection is often a long-winded rumination which is rambling, competitive, righteous, and usually leaves you feeling yucky.