The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does Chodron write that a woman she knew did in traffic? (from Chapters 10-12)

"Traffic of tonglen."

"Sitting commute meditation."

A consistent 45 minute formal aspiration practice.

A daily negativity "detox."

2.

How does equanimity compare with our usual perspective? (from Chapters 10-12)

It is happier.

It is less happy.

It is less confusing.

It is bigger.

3.

What relationship does Chodron claim we are predisposed to have with others? (from Chapters 7-9)

Though relationships are unnatural, and love does not always flow freely, we can nourish these sentiments.

All beings are predisposed to waking up and reaching out to others.

Just as we connect with our caretakers in infancy, we would naturally connect with others if we remained egoless, but this is lost in early childhood.

Relationships always take hard work, and we certainly are not predisposed to live easily with others.

4.

How does Chodron suggest we cultivate bravery? (from Chapters 7-9)

Through aspirations.

By trying new things.

Through conversations with spiritual teachers.

Through affirmations.

5.

What tendency is comfort orientation based on? (from Chapters 16-18)

Being irresponsible.

Avoiding inconvenience.

Overspending.

Hoping for the best.

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