Yogi: I notice that self-interest pushes the intentions and actions.

Sayadaw: If there is intention with wisdom, it is wisdom interest, and wisdom is working. Either defilement or wholesome mind can push the intention and the action.

Sometimes it is wisdom that intends to do something, and other times, it is craving. 

How to tell them apart? If there is intention with wholesome energy, the mind quality feels good. If there is intention with defilement, the mind suffers.