Question 1

The opposite of mindfulness would be

Accepted Answer

A)  contemplation. 
B)  dwelling on the past or focusing on the future. 
C)  meditation. 
D)  being observant and quick to make judgments. 
A)  contemplation. 
B)  dwelling on the past or focusing on the future. 
C)  meditation. 
D)  being observant and quick to make judgments.

Question 2

Giving of oneself out of genuine concern for others is the quality known as

Accepted Answer

A)  patriotism. 
B)  altruism. 
C)  spirituality. 
D)  stewardship. 
A)  patriotism. 
B)  altruism. 
C)  spirituality. 
D)  stewardship.

Question 3

Benefits of meditation include

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A)  improved intelligence. 
B)  improved concentration and reduced anxiety. 
C)  faster weight loss. 
D)  increased stamina. 
A)  improved intelligence. 
B)  improved concentration and reduced anxiety. 
C)  faster weight loss. 
D)  increased stamina.

Question 4

April finds that when she tries to relax and enjoy nature by taking a quiet walk or listening to crickets at night, many thoughts intrude and distract her. Which of the following practices would help her to slow down and focus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mindfulness 
B)  Yoga 
C)  Contemplation 
D)  Prayer 
A)  Mindfulness 
B)  Yoga 
C)  Contemplation 
D)  Prayer

Question 5

Carlita is graduating soon and considering her career options. What should she consider as she wants her career choice to help fulfill her purpose in life?

Accepted Answer

She should take some quiet time to think

Question 6

What role does religion play in spirituality?

Accepted Answer

A)  Spirituality may or may not include participation in organized religion. 
B)  Religion is the same as spirituality. 
C)  Religious participation is the only factor that determines a person's level of spirituality. 
D)  Spirituality and religion share no commonalities. 
A)  Spirituality may or may not include participation in organized religion. 
B)  Religion is the same as spirituality. 
C)  Religious participation is the only factor that determines a person's level of spirituality. 
D)  Spirituality and religion share no commonalities.

Question 7

How does spiritual health contribute to physical health?

Accepted Answer

There is an association between spiritua

Question 8

According to the National Cancer Institute, spiritual well-being improves the quality of life of individuals suffering from an illness by

Accepted Answer

A)  preventing the need for psychological or religious counseling. 
B)  increasing the ability to cope with physical effects and medical treatment. 
C)  bringing him or her closer to family members. 
D)  using meditation to lower respiratory and heart rates. 
A)  preventing the need for psychological or religious counseling. 
B)  increasing the ability to cope with physical effects and medical treatment. 
C)  bringing him or her closer to family members. 
D)  using meditation to lower respiratory and heart rates.

Question 9

Ways of enhancing altruism include

Accepted Answer

A)  working to achieve a promotion. 
B)  volunteering at a local food bank. 
C)  attending religious services. 
D)  trying to convert others to your belief system. 
A)  working to achieve a promotion. 
B)  volunteering at a local food bank. 
C)  attending religious services. 
D)  trying to convert others to your belief system.

Question 10

The three facets of human spirituality are

Accepted Answer

A)  praise, relationships, and service. 
B)  cultural norms, family traditions, and values. 
C)  relationships, values, and purpose in life. 
D)  gratitude, service, and purpose in life. 
A)  praise, relationships, and service. 
B)  cultural norms, family traditions, and values. 
C)  relationships, values, and purpose in life. 
D)  gratitude, service, and purpose in life.

Question 11

Jordan values material goods but has decided that this behavior detracts from his spirituality. Which of the following would best take Jordan's focus off materialism and encourage altruism?

Accepted Answer

A)  Enjoying a quiet hour communing with nature 
B)  Going to a concert with friends 
C)  Volunteering to serve meals at a homeless shelter 
D)  Participating in a yoga class 
A)  Enjoying a quiet hour communing with nature 
B)  Going to a concert with friends 
C)  Volunteering to serve meals at a homeless shelter 
D)  Participating in a yoga class

Question 12

The characteristics of spiritual well-being include

Accepted Answer

A)  avoiding close relationships. 
B)  having strong personal values. 
C)  needing no real sense of purpose in life. 
D)  praying for extended periods of time. 
A)  avoiding close relationships. 
B)  having strong personal values. 
C)  needing no real sense of purpose in life. 
D)  praying for extended periods of time.

Question 13

A state of alignment with one's own inner wisdom, values, and vision that serves as a guide in finding a moral and ethical path through life is

Accepted Answer

A)  spiritual intelligence. 
B)  stewardship. 
C)  religious belief. 
D)  purpose. 
A)  spiritual intelligence. 
B)  stewardship. 
C)  religious belief. 
D)  purpose.

Question 14

The definition of spirituality for an individual is

Accepted Answer

A)  a personal quest. 
B)  symbolic and ritualistic. 
C)  determined by the religious community of the family. 
D)  tied to attitudes about material goods and wealth. 
A)  a personal quest. 
B)  symbolic and ritualistic. 
C)  determined by the religious community of the family. 
D)  tied to attitudes about material goods and wealth.

Question 15

Engaging all the senses detracts from spirituality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

College freshman are more likely than college juniors and seniors to be thankful and express tolerance for other religions and philosophies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The ability to be fully present in the moment is known as transcendence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Compare and contrast religion and spirituality.

Accepted Answer

Religion can be a component of spiritual

Question 19

The three facets of spirituality include relationships, purpose, and beliefs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Regular exercise can enhance spirituality by sharpening mental focus and energizing the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 3: Focus On Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

The opposite of mindfulness would be

Giving of oneself out of genuine concern for others is the quality known as

Benefits of meditation include

April finds that when she tries to relax and enjoy nature by taking a quiet walk or listening to crickets at night, many thoughts intrude and distract her. Which of the following practices would help her to slow down and focus?

Carlita is graduating soon and considering her career options. What should she consider as she wants her career choice to help fulfill her purpose in life?

What role does religion play in spirituality?

How does spiritual health contribute to physical health?

According to the National Cancer Institute, spiritual well-being improves the quality of life of individuals suffering from an illness by

Ways of enhancing altruism include

The three facets of human spirituality are

Jordan values material goods but has decided that this behavior detracts from his spirituality. Which of the following would best take Jordan's focus off materialism and encourage altruism?

The characteristics of spiritual well-being include

A state of alignment with one's own inner wisdom, values, and vision that serves as a guide in finding a moral and ethical path through life is

The definition of spirituality for an individual is

Engaging all the senses detracts from spirituality.

College freshman are more likely than college juniors and seniors to be thankful and express tolerance for other religions and philosophies.

The ability to be fully present in the moment is known as transcendence.

Compare and contrast religion and spirituality.

The three facets of spirituality include relationships, purpose, and beliefs.

Regular exercise can enhance spirituality by sharpening mental focus and energizing the body.

Accessing Your Health

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Life's Challenges

Focus On Improving Your Sleep

Building Healthy Relationships and Communicating Effectively

Understanding Your Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Focus On Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Physical Fitness

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly

Ending Tobacco Use

Avoiding Drug Misuse and Abuse

Protecting against Infectious Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Focus On Understanding Your Health Inheritance

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Focus On Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Reducing Your Cancer Risk

Reducing Risks and Coping with Chronic Conditions

Choosing Conventional and Complementary Health Care

Preventing Violence and Abuse

Focus On Reducing Your Risk of Unintentional Injury

Preserving and Protecting Your Environment

Preparing for Aging, Death, and Dying

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