Filtered abundance is a concept centered on the art of intentionally choosing to see the goodness, beauty and opportunities in life. In doing so, you choose to filter out negativity, scarcity and fear. Filtered abundance isn’t just about possessing a lot of material things. Its focus is on the ability to appreciate the wealth that is made up of the small things in daily life.

The art of seeing good refers to a conscious and intentional shift in perspective—to focus on the blessings, beauty and grace inherent in daily living. This concept is often described as a practice of gratitude where you condition yourself to perceive reality with optimism, hope and the belief in the power of goodness. Key aspects of seeing good include:

•          Gratitude as the Filter: Using gratitude to train the mind to recognize goodness that already exists, rather than focusing on what is lacking.

•          Choosing Perspective: Intentionally choosing to see the good in situations, rather than what appears as overwhelming.

•          Finding Beauty in the Ordinary: Developing an eye for seeing beauty in the mundane, rather than searching for what is rare and extraordinary.

•          Quiet Abundance: Focusing on quality over quantity, durability over trendiness and substance over superficiality.

•          Recontextualizing Adversity: Finding the silver lining within challenging circumstances, turning difficulties into learning opportunities and coming out stronger.

Authors and speakers such as Dennis Merritt Jones of The Art of Abundance¹ suggest specific practices to refine filtered abundance. These include identifying small wins every day, which helps to shift the brain’s fear center to being more receptive to creativity and opportunity, finding richness in what is well-made and durable rather than what is the “latest and greatest,” and being cognizant of negativity without allowing it to invade your personal filter.

Mindfulness and an ongoing intentional focus on what is good rather than bad in any given situation is key to developing filtered abundance as a way of life. When seeing good becomes a habit rather than just an occasional perception, filtered abundance becomes a practice.

Here is one interpretation of the 10 Rules of Abundance:

1.         Be One with Life: We ae all connected.

2.         Be Aware You Live in an Expanding Universe: Life is constantly changing, so grow along with it.

3.         Be Accountable for Your Consciousness: Create your own reality by developing a personal set of thoughts of beliefs.

4.         Be Focused: Direct your energy towards positive, achievable goals.

5.         Be in the Flow: Work in harmony with nature, not against what is natural.

6.         Be Passionate: Take care, be caring and be cared for.

7.         Be Blessed: Embrace what you already have in your life be thankful for it.

8.         Be of Service: Know your purpose in life.

9.         Be Courageous. Conquer fear and pursue your dreams.

10.       Be a Catalyst for Good: Be good, do good and help others.

The filtered abundance and seeing good approach to life is sometimes described as the shift in perspective from survival mode to being the creator of your own reality. At Nikken, we call this approach empowered living, which helps you feel good every day.

1 https://www.google.com/search?q=The+Art+of+Abundance+by+Dennis+Merritt+Jones