Ever made a choice that felt off, but you convinced yourself it was “intuition”? 🙋♀️ Yeah… we’ve all been there.
Here’s the thing: fear and intuition can feel almost identical — but they play very different roles in our lives. Understanding the difference is everything if you want to make confident, aligned decisions in business and life.
In this episode of Rebel CEO Podcast, Bree breaks it down, giving you the tools to recognize fear, tune into intuition, and finally trust yourself like the badass CEO you are.
Why Fear and Intuition Get Confused
Both fear and intuition show up in your body and mind — but they come from totally different places.
Fear? That’s your nervous system trying to protect you, often based on past experiences or old belief systems. It shows up as anxiety, urgency, or that exhausting “I can’t” energy.
Intuition? That’s your steady, grounded inner knowing. Bree says:
“Fear feels urgent, it feels panicky, it feels a little exhausting. And intuition feels steady and clear.”
So next time your body tenses up before a big decision, pause and ask: is this fear trying to protect me, or is my intuition quietly guiding me?
✨ Pro tip: Misreading fear as intuition can keep you stuck. Recognizing the difference sets you free to make choices aligned with your true self.
Use Human Design to Make Decisions That Actually Work
Here’s where it gets next-level: human design.
Everyone has a unique “authority” that guides how they make decisions. Sacral authority? Pay attention to physical yes/no signals — warmth and energy = yes, contraction = no. Emotional authority? Ride the wave of feelings before deciding.
Bree explains:
“In sacral authority, your body gives a physical yes or no… Ask yourself, do I feel alive and open saying yes to this?”
Knowing your authority type gives you a customized cheat code for intuitive decision-making. It’s like having a GPS for your inner world — no more second-guessing or following someone else’s map.
Build Your Intuition Like a Muscle
Intuition isn’t a magic trick — it’s a skill. The more you use it, the stronger it gets.
Start small. Bree suggests micro-decisions, like:
- Which latte to order ☕
- Which client to prioritize for a quick win
- What project to start today
Each choice builds your intuitive confidence. Eventually, you’ll tackle bigger decisions with clarity and calm instead of panic.
“Building your intuition is really like building a muscle… Start small. Test your gut on micro decisions.”
Flip Fear Into a Superpower
Fear isn’t the enemy — it’s a signal. When you learn to decode it, fear becomes a tool for empowerment rather than a barrier.
Try these techniques:
- Brain dump your worries – get the fear out of your head.
- Visualize the worst-case scenario – you’ll often realize it’s survivable.
- Affirm self-trust – remind yourself, I’ve got this.
“Even if things don’t go perfectly, I trust myself to figure it out… This helps you shift from fear running the show into self-trust.”
Once you reframe fear, your intuition has room to shine — and that’s where true innovation and growth happen.
The Rebel CEO Takeaway
Life’s challenges are inevitable. But when you differentiate fear from intuition, leverage your human design authority, and actively practice listening to your gut, you make decisions that actually align with your purpose.
No more chasing what “should” be or letting anxiety run the show. Instead, you step into:
- Confidence in your choices
- Alignment with your true self
- Clarity that fuels both life and business success
Because here’s the truth, girl: when you trust yourself, you stop surviving and start thriving.
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