Janet is sitting "cross-legged" with her hands resting gently on her knees as she quietly repeats the word "Soooooov…. sooooooov" to herself. Janet is engaged in _________ and the word she is uttering is a(n) __________
a) spiritual; hymn
b) mindfulness; archetype
c) expansive; mandala
d) concentrative; mantra
ANS: D, In concentrative meditation, a mantra is used to direct one's focus and relaxation as the goal is to let go of distracting thoughts and to find a place of calmness.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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b. likely to have increased self-confidence. c. at risk for school failure. d. likely to spend most of his time with same-age peers.
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