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What is the Daily Examen?

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A reflective prayer technique developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola to review one’s day.

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True or False: The Daily Examen is only used by Jesuits.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The Daily Examen consists of _____ steps.

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Five

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What is the first step of the Daily Examen?

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Gratitude

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Which saint is credited with formalizing the Daily Examen?

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St. Ignatius of Loyola

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the five steps of the Daily Examen? A) Gratitude B) Reflection C) Sorrow D) Resolution

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C) Sorrow

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What does the second step of the Daily Examen involve?

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Reviewing the day with a focus on feelings and experiences.

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True or False: The Daily Examen includes a step for seeking forgiveness.

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True

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What is the purpose of the ‘Resolution’ step in the Daily Examen?

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To plan how to respond better in the future.

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Fill in the blank: The Daily Examen encourages individuals to recognize _____ in their daily lives.

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God’s presence

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What is the typical time of day recommended for practicing the Daily Examen?

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At the end of the day

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Multiple Choice: Who else, besides St. Ignatius, is known for using the Daily Examen? A) St. Teresa of Avila B) St. Francis of Assisi C) St. John of the Cross D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

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What is the final step of the Daily Examen?

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Offering the day to God.

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True or False: The Daily Examen can be adapted to fit personal preferences.

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True

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What does the Daily Examen help individuals to develop?

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Self-awareness and mindfulness.

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Fill in the blank: The Daily Examen is a form of _____ prayer.

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Reflective

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Name one benefit of practicing the Daily Examen.

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Increased spiritual awareness.

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Multiple Choice: The Daily Examen is primarily focused on A) Social activities B) Daily events C) Personal sins D) Future plans

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B) Daily events

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What is one key element to include during the gratitude step?

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Thankfulness for specific moments from the day.

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True or False: The Daily Examen requires a specific physical environment to be effective.

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False

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What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the Daily Examen?

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To guide reflection and insight during the process.

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Fill in the blank: The Daily Examen encourages individuals to identify their _____ during the day.

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Consolations and desolations

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What is one way to personalize the Daily Examen?

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Incorporating personal prayer or meditation techniques.

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Multiple Choice: The Daily Examen can be practiced A) Alone B) In a group C) Both A and B D) None of the above
C) Both A and B
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What is the significance of the 'Review' step in the Daily Examen?
It allows for reflection on actions and feelings throughout the day.
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True or False: The Daily Examen should only be done once a week.
False
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What is a common duration for practicing the Daily Examen?
10 to 15 minutes
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Fill in the blank: The Daily Examen can help improve one's _____ life.
Spiritual
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What is a potential outcome of regularly practicing the Daily Examen?
Greater peace and clarity in decision-making.
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Multiple Choice: The Daily Examen is best described as A) A form of meditation B) A structured prayer C) A journaling technique D) A type of worship
B) A structured prayer
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What is the essence of the Daily Examen?
To cultivate a deeper relationship with God through daily reflection.
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What is the primary purpose of nightly reflection techniques?
To review the day's events and thoughts for personal growth and insight.
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True or False: Socrates used a nightly reflection technique to examine his daily actions.
True
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Fill in the blank: __________ encouraged writing down thoughts before sleep.
Marcus Aurelius
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Which famous thinker is known for the method of journaling before sleep to reflect on the day?
Marcus Aurelius
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What is one benefit of nightly reflection?
It helps to clarify thoughts and emotions.
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Which philosopher emphasized the importance of self-examination in his nightly routine?
Socrates
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Multiple Choice: Who is known for the quote, 'An unexamined life is not worth living'?
Socrates
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What technique did Leonardo da Vinci use for nightly reflection?
He would sketch his thoughts and ideas before bed.
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True or False: Nightly reflections can lead to better decision-making.
True
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What did Thomas Edison do as part of his nightly reflection?
He used to take naps while holding metal balls to capture ideas.
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Fill in the blank: __________ practiced nightly meditation to reflect on his day.
Dalai Lama
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Which method involves writing down three things one is grateful for before sleep?
Gratitude journaling
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Short Answer: Name one modern thinker who advocates for nightly reflection.
Tim Ferriss
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What is the benefit of writing a 'daily review' as practiced by many thinkers?
It aids in recognizing patterns and learning from experiences.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a nightly reflection technique?
Watching television
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What did Friedrich Nietzsche suggest regarding nightly reflection?
He recommended contemplating one's values and actions.
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True or False: Nightly reflections should only focus on negative experiences.
False
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Fill in the blank: __________ believed that reflection leads to self-improvement.
Confucius
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What is a common theme among nightly reflections in various philosophies?
Self-awareness and personal growth.
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Short Answer: What is one common tool used for nightly reflection?
A journal
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What is one potential outcome of consistent nightly reflection?
Increased emotional intelligence.
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Multiple Choice: Which famous writer kept a diary to reflect on his thoughts?
Virginia Woolf
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True or False: Nightly reflection techniques are only effective for philosophers.
False
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What did Benjamin Franklin do each night as part of his reflection process?
He asked himself what good he had done that day.
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Fill in the blank: __________ used the technique of reviewing daily successes and failures.
Winston Churchill
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What is the role of mindfulness in nightly reflection?
It enhances self-awareness and focus during reflection.
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What is the primary purpose of nightly reflection techniques?
To review the day's events and thoughts for personal growth and insight.
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True or False: Socrates used a nightly reflection technique to examine his daily actions.
True
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Fill in the blank: __________ encouraged writing down thoughts before sleep.
Marcus Aurelius
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Which famous thinker is known for the method of journaling before sleep to reflect on the day?
Marcus Aurelius
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What is one benefit of nightly reflection?
It helps to clarify thoughts and emotions.
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Which philosopher emphasized the importance of self-examination in his nightly routine?
Socrates
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Multiple Choice: Who is known for the quote, 'An unexamined life is not worth living'?
Socrates
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What technique did Leonardo da Vinci use for nightly reflection?
He would sketch his thoughts and ideas before bed.
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True or False: Nightly reflections can lead to better decision-making.
True
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What did Thomas Edison do as part of his nightly reflection?
He used to take naps while holding metal balls to capture ideas.
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Fill in the blank: __________ practiced nightly meditation to reflect on his day.
Dalai Lama
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Which method involves writing down three things one is grateful for before sleep?
Gratitude journaling
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Short Answer: Name one modern thinker who advocates for nightly reflection.
Tim Ferriss
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What is the benefit of writing a 'daily review' as practiced by many thinkers?
It aids in recognizing patterns and learning from experiences.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a nightly reflection technique?
Watching television
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What did Friedrich Nietzsche suggest regarding nightly reflection?
He recommended contemplating one's values and actions.
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True or False: Nightly reflections should only focus on negative experiences.
False
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Fill in the blank: __________ believed that reflection leads to self-improvement.
Confucius
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What is a common theme among nightly reflections in various philosophies?
Self-awareness and personal growth.
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Short Answer: What is one common tool used for nightly reflection?
A journal
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What is one potential outcome of consistent nightly reflection?
Increased emotional intelligence.
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Multiple Choice: Which famous writer kept a diary to reflect on his thoughts?
Virginia Woolf
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True or False: Nightly reflection techniques are only effective for philosophers.
False
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What did Benjamin Franklin do each night as part of his reflection process?
He asked himself what good he had done that day.
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Fill in the blank: __________ used the technique of reviewing daily successes and failures.
Winston Churchill
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What is the role of mindfulness in nightly reflection?
It enhances self-awareness and focus during reflection.

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