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Question 1

What metaphor does Kabat-Zinn use to describe our mind?

Answer 1

The surface of the ocean. Sometimes, waves are churned up by the winds of stress, and sometimes the surface is calm.

Question 2

Considering the ocean’s surface, what do many people think the goal of mindfulness is?

Answer 2

To eradicate the waves on our mind’s surface.

Question 3

Considering the ocean’s surface, what is the actual goal of mindfulness?

Answer 3

To learn how to surf the waves of our mind.

Question 4

What religion does mindfulness come from?

Answer 4

Ancient buddhism.

Question 5

What does mindfulness teach us to override?

Answer 5

Our automatic approach to life.

Question 6

With what attitude should we pay attention to the present moment?

Answer 6

Purposefully and non-judgmentally.

Question 7

What does mindfulness often get confused with?

Answer 7

Relaxation, stress relief, and self-development.

Question 8

Mindfulness is clearing our mind, about allowing ourselves to realize who and where…

Answer 8

We already are.

Question 9

Mindfulness led Kabat-Zinn to deeper experiences of joy and happiness, but also…

Answer 9

Difficult emotions like anger and fear.