Deck 4: Focus On: Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Question 1

Ricardo finds that when he tries to relax and enjoy nature by taking a quiet walk,a constant stream of thoughts and worries distracts him.To help him focus on the beauty of his surroundings,Ricardo could use which ancient spiritual practice?

A)mindfulness
B)meditation
C)contemplation
D)prayer

Answer 1

mindfulness

Question 2

The spiritual practice that involves focused,nonjudgmental observation and the ability to be fully present in the moment is

A)contemplation.
B)forgiveness.
C)meditation.
D)mindfulness.

Answer 2

mindfulness.

Question 3

Jordan is concerned that his interest in material goods is selfish and does nothing to help others.Which of the following would BEST take Jordan's focus off materialism and encourage altruism?

A)enjoying a quiet hour communing with nature
B)going out with friends
C)volunteering to serve meals at a homeless shelter
D)participating in a yoga class

Answer 3

volunteering to serve meals at a homeless shelter

Question 4

What role does religion play in spirituality?

A)Spirituality may or may not include participation in organized religion.
B)Religion is the same as spirituality.
C)Religion is the only parameter to determine a person's level of spirituality.
D)Spirituality and religion do not share any common elements.

Question 5

Which of the following activities slows respiratory rate and blood pressure,and over time changes the structure of the brain?

A)meditation
B)inhaling pleasing fragrances
C)walking briskly for at least 30 minutes
D)listening to classical music

Question 6

Spiritual health contributes to a reduction in

A)disputes with others.
B)stress levels.
C)social support.
D)psychological health.

Question 7

Which of the following presents a conflict between values and behaviors?

A)valuing friendships but having to mend a quarrel with a friend
B)loving animals but not owning a pet
C)valuing honesty but cheating on a test
D)enjoying alone time but having a roommate

Question 8

A single word repeated silently or aloud as part of meditation is a

A)mantra.
B)jingle.
C)symbol.
D)name for God.

Question 9

The definition of spirituality for an individual is

A)a quest for peace,purpose,and meaning in life.
B)a set of religious symbols and rituals.
C)determined by the religious community of the family.
D)tied to attitudes about material goods and wealth.

Question 10

In a recent survey,what percentage of first-year college students reported that they are not affiliated with a particular religion?

A)7)5 percent
B)17.5 percent
C)27.5 percent
D)37.5 percent

Question 11

Meditation involves

A)praying for divine guidance or aid.
B)imagining yourself in a peaceful setting.
C)concentration on a point of focus such as a sound,breath,or attention itself.
D)progressively tensing then relaxing the muscles.

Question 12

The three facets of human spirituality are

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 13

Studies have shown that experienced meditators have an increased capacity for

A)empathy.
B)falling asleep.
C)analyzing data quickly.
D)expanding the lungs.

Question 14

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

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

Question 15

In the practice of yoga,physical poses,which can be restful or strenuous,are called

A)asanas.
B)mantras.
C)chakras.
D)meditations.

Question 16

Jill wants to enhance her spirituality.Which of the following practices would be most helpful in accomplishing her goal?

A)spending more time studying
B)spending more time on social network sites
C)joining an on-campus meditation group
D)experimenting with hallucinogenic substances

Question 17

Spiritual intelligence can be described as the ability to

A)be spontaneous.
B)understand complex religious teachings.
C)resolve conflicts between our values and our desires.
D)access meanings,values,and purposes to live a richer life.

Question 18

Working to become a better friend to others and consciously developing a meaningful philosophy of life are indicators of a person's

A)level of intelligence.
B)sense of beauty.
C)spiritual growth.
D)resiliency.

Question 19

A number of studies have shown a positive relationship between spiritual health and

A)physical health.
B)academic performance.
C)self-control.
D)high blood pressure.

Question 20

Which of the following is a key component of healthy relationships?

A)having lots of friends
B)treating others with respect
C)seeking out friends with similar interests
D)having self-awareness

Question 21

Religion is distinguished from spirituality by its

A)focus on behavior and outward practices.
B)informality.
C)lack of doctrine.
D)subjective format.

Question 22

Having spiritual intelligence means that a person knows all the characteristics of spirituality.

Question 23

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

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

Question 24

Claiming to value nature but tossing litter on the side of the road is an example of behavior not following one's declared values.

Question 25

In many cultures,breath,or the force that animates life,is synonymous with

A)faith.
B)energy.
C)heart.
D)spirit.

Question 26

College students are not likely to volunteer for community service programs.

Question 27

Actions such as reusing,recycling,and reducing energy consumption can be viewed as exercises in

A)meditation.
B)mindfulness.
C)volunteerism.
D)altruism.

Question 28

During meditation,Madhvi finds that thoughts pop up and distract her.When this happens she should

A)stop meditating until she can refocus.
B)release the thought and return to meditating.
C)realize that she is not well-suited for meditation.
D)get up and move around and then try again.

Question 29

Spiritual health is one of the six key dimensions of

A)emotional health.
B)success in life.
C)overall health.
D)social health.

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of altruism?

A)volunteering at an animal shelter
B)thanking someone who helped you
C)being environmentally conscientious
D)having faith in a higher power

Question 31

People engage in prayer in order to

A)empty the mind and find stillness.
B)send wishes of kindness or forgiveness to other people.
C)communicate with a transcendent presence or higher power.
D)contemplate difficult issues.

Question 32

Giving of oneself out of genuine concern for others is

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

Question 33

A system of beliefs,practices,rituals,and symbols whose purpose is to bring people closer to the sacred or divine is

A)doctrine.
B)religion.
C)spirituality.
D)orthodoxy.

Question 34

Listing twenty things you're grateful for is an exercise in

A)compassion-meditation.
B)nonjudgmental observation.
C)contemplation.
D)prayer.

Question 35

Finding one's purpose in life is part of developing spiritual health.

Question 36

Nancy practices the hatha style of a form of mind/body training,which emphasizes flexibility and deep breathing.Which type of practice is she engaged in?

A)yoga
B)meditation
C)contemplation
D)mindfulness

Question 37

Religion and spirituality are synonymous.

Question 38

The three facets of spirituality are relationships,values,and chosen occupation.

Question 39

Which spiritual practice is Maria engaging in when she takes some quiet time to think about the ethical issues involved in human trafficking?

A)prayer
B)meditation
C)contemplation
D)mindfulness

Question 40

Principles that guide the choices individuals make in their lives are

A)rules.
B)values.
C)beliefs.
D)traditions.

Question 41

Carlita is graduating soon and considering career options.What are some aspects she should consider if she wants her career choice to be in alignment with what she sees as her purpose in life?

Question 42

Engaging all the physical senses detracts from spirituality.

Question 43

Studies have shown a connection between spirituality and both physical and psychological health.

Question 44

What are some ways to improve spirituality by training the body?

Question 45

How does spiritual health contribute to physical health?

Question 46

Compare and contrast religion and spirituality.

Question 47

Various forms of regular exercise,such as swimming or biking,that enhance energy and mental focus can contribute to spiritual health.

Question 48

For most people,pursuing psychological counseling has no relationship to spiritual health.