Sunday, January 21, 2007
What Type of Filters Do You Use?
Are we talking cigarette, air, or light filters? Not really, but the concept is somewhat the same. If you think about an air filter, air filters filter out as many impurities as possible so that what we are left with is cleaner, fresher air.
Believe it or not, we experience filters daily, our own and others. Some filters support us while others only hold us back or make us feel bad. As a matter of fact, I can think of two personal examples that demonstrate positive and the negative types of filters.
Positive: I used to give up my power to others easily, not drawing boundaries and expending my energy until there was nothing left. At the request of my own coach I spent some time placing everything through the “how will this impact me” filter. In doing so I became more aware of activities that were draining me emotionally and energetically. I was then able to make better decisions regarding the activities I involved myself in.
Negative: Not too long ago I was offered the opportunity to purchase some air time on a radio show. The show would provide me with the potential to reach out to approximately 4.2 million people with a three minute interview. I will admit the price tag was a bit steep so before making the decision I asked for several people’s thoughts. One person said right out of the gate, “You can’t afford that!” (His $$ filter was as obvious as a 2x4 upside the head.) My request for thoughts was not about whether I could afford the radio spot or not, it was about whether advertising in this way was a prudent business decision. I will admit I walked away from the conversation feeling rather prickly...sadly, I let someone else’s filter impact the way I felt.
How do filters play a role in your day-to-day? Do you use them for good or are there some that have a negative impact? Time to take stock… it may be time to change the filters you use to ensure that the impurities are blocked and that the good stuff is coming through.
Until next time, here is to healthy filtering. Please be well…
Pam
Posted by Pam at 3:16:31 PM in Creating Change (93) | Permalink | Comments (2)
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oh negative filters every time! filters out all compliments!Posted by hillgrandmom on 22/01/2007
Susan, you are so right! What a great bit of clarity. They can filter out all compliments. Compliments can be so wonderful for both the giver and receiver!!May you receive many, my friend!
Be well..
Pam
Posted by Pam on 22/01/2007
