Lesson 7: Apply the “Is It Worth It?” Filter | Jefferson Fisher

It can feel like we live in a world of constant debate. Online forums spiral out of control, social media comments flare up, and bumper stickers seem designed to provoke a reaction. At every turn, there’s a pull to jump into an argument. The usual advice is to “think before you speak,” but what exactly should you be thinking about? Instead of either engaging or retreating from every disagreement, how do you decide when your words might make a difference? In this video lesson, communication expert Jefferson Fisher offers a practical filter to help you pause, reflect, and respond intentionally rather than impulsively. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive content, early, ad-free access to new releases, and more. https://www.youtube.com/@bigthink/membership/ ►Subscribe to Big Think on Substack Explore content that enlightens, inspires, and transforms. https://bigthinkmedia.substack.com/subscribe/ ►Get Big Think+ for Business Engage learners like never before with high-impact video microlearning from the biggest thinkers in the world. https://bigthink.com/plus/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=youtube_description ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Jefferson Fisher: Jefferson Fisher is a Texas board certified personal injury attorney, business owner, and communication expert. In 2022, he began making videos of practical communication tips to help people argue less and talk more. He is the host of The Jefferson Fisher Podcast.