Developing an Intuitive Temperament

Being present, neutral, and receptive are essential qualities for receiving intuitive guidance. These traits form what I call an "intuitive temperament," an attitude or disposition you cultivate within yourself that allows intuitive intelligence to enter and be observed. To receive intuitive guidance from your higher self and Creator God, it helps to create an internal environment that energetically aligns with them. In other words, you are creating an inner space rooted in unconditional love.

Being present means setting aside thoughts about the past and future so there is only the present moment. Likewise, the story of your life and where you believe it is headed needs to pause so you can let go of expectations and judgments and remain open to all present possibilities. Essentially, you are temporarily setting aside your personality, or ego's, input as you listen for intuitive guidance. This may seem like a tall order, but you only need to maintain this egoless state while receiving intuitive knowledge, which can take only a few seconds.

To be receptive and more closely align with the unconditional love of Creator God and your higher self, refrain from negative judgments about yourself, others, your circumstances—everything. Holding rigid ideas about how something should or shouldn't be can cloud your intuitive intelligence. It's understandable that maintaining a non-judgmental attitude can be challenging, but you only need to suspend those judgments long enough to receive intuitive guidance.

Tip: If you have difficulty experiencing unconditional love, I recommend taking a few seconds to reflect on your love for a child or pet, as this will quickly drop you into the unconditional love space.

When judgments fall away, neutrality naturally arises. You won't have expectations about what the guidance should say or how it should arrive. You become ready to receive what is for your highest good from the most helpful spiritual sources—Creator God and your higher self.

In summary, each time you enter your intuitive practice, consciously choose to remain present and cultivate a space of unconditional love by suspending negative judgments. Set an intention to be open and receptive to whatever is for your highest good, and observe with neutrality, like a spiritual scientist, as intuitive information unfolds. Take notes and follow through on the guidance you receive to determine its value over time. If it proves helpful, you can trust that you are developing a reliable connection with your intuition.

[Read: Becoming a Spiritual Scientist] to learn how to track your intuitive guidance to see if it comes from a helpful and reliable source like your higher self and Creator God.