Nighttime SOS Meditation Quiz

What is mental chatter often compared to in the meditation?

• A quiet forest

• A gentle breeze

• A rollercoaster ride

• A calm river

What is the main goal of the meditation exercise?

• To eliminate all thoughts

• To fall asleep immediately

• To step out of the mental chatter

• To control the mind completely

What position is recommended for starting the meditation?

• Kneeling on the floor

• Sitting cross-legged

• Standing upright

• Lying flat on your back

What should you focus on to help relax during the meditation?

• The ticking of a clock

• The sound of music

• The movement of your fingers

• The rise and fall of the abdomen

How should you breathe during the meditation?

• Breathing only through the mouth

• Breathing naturally and normally

• Quick and shallow breaths

• Holding your breath

What should you do if mental chatter continues during the meditation?

• Congratulate yourself for noticing it

• Ignore it completely

• Get frustrated and stop meditating

• Try to suppress it

What aspect of the breath should you focus on to deepen relaxation?

• The in-breath

• The out-breath

• The pause between breaths

• The speed of breathing

What happens to the body with each exhalation during the meditation?

• It becomes more relaxed

• It becomes more tense

• It starts to feel heavier

• It becomes more alert

What is the effect of focusing on the out-breath?

• It causes you to lose focus

• It increases mental chatter

• It makes you more anxious

• It guides you into a space of ease

What is the final goal of the meditation as described?

• To stay awake and alert

• To drift off back to sleep

• To solve all your problems

• To become more energetic