Prism or Prison

When light passes through it, a prism provides a beautiful array of light.  r.o.y.g.b.i.v. comes to mind when I was learning about such things in school.

Prison on the other hand reflects an array of shades of grey.  Having done 6+ years of prison ministry, I know all too well the sad, cold, loneliness of the colors of prison. 

One offers beauty while the other conjures up fear.  One offers hope, while the other offers nothing but despair.  One offers a wide range of creative freedom.  The other provides limited access controlled by iron bars, razor wire and steel gates.

Why, you may ask, am I offering a comparison like this in my weekly blog?

Whether you are in sales, marketing, relationship building, or simply just hanging out with friends and family – it matters whether you are a prison or a prism.

Prism people look at and talk about possibilities, opportunities, exciting challenges and dreams.

Prison people speak from a victim mentality.  They offer negativity, gossip, criticism, and an opportunity to join them as they live under a dark grey cloud of unfulfilling sadness.  They drag others down to their life of drudgery so that they don’t feel so alone.  They spread their depressed outlook on life like a fast moving cancer.

Prism people have a spring in their step, a purpose in their walk and are a joy to be around.

Prison people find joy in bringing others to their cesspool of daily living.

As we approach the holidays, many of us will be going to parties, gatherings and family events.   The choice is yours.  Will you be a prism person or a prison person?

If you are not sure which person you are, simply take a second look at your Facebook posts.  Do you whine, complain, moan and groan?  Or do you encourage, uplift, and offer a ray of sunshine.

Still not sure?  Well, look at your 5 closest friends.  Are they upbeat and positive?  Or are they dark clouds that brighten a room when they leave?

Again, it’s your choice.  Prism or Prison – it’s up to you.

Have a great week.

Ron  

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