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Contrary to the assumptions that many Westerners hold about mindfulnes
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03 Oct 2024, 03:19
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Contrary to the assumptions that many Westerners hold about mindfulness practices, meditation is often anything but ________; while using various methods to calm the mind, meditators frequently experience intense periods of restlessness and doubt.
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| A. beneficial |
| B. mystical |
| C. orthodox | D. benign | E. halcyon |
Re: Contrary to the assumptions that many Westerners hold about mindfulnes
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06 Oct 2024, 03:11
06 Oct 2024, 03:11
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E is correct because "halcyon" means calm and peaceful, which contrasts with the intense restlessness and doubt meditators often experience. The sentence emphasizes that meditation is not always serene, making "halcyon" the most fitting choice.
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