Mindfulness and the Two Wolves

The video discusses a Native American story about two wolves fighting within us, representing our conflicting emotions. The elder explains that the wolf we feed will win, emphasizing the importance of nurturing positive emotions while acknowledging negative ones without hostility. Mindfulness is introduced as a tool to observe and choose our thoughts and feelings, empowering us to break free from old habits and cultivate a peaceful mindset.

What is the main message of the story about the two wolves?

• The wolf that is stronger will always win.

• The wolf that is fed will win.

• Both wolves will eventually become friends.

• The wolves will never stop fighting.

How should we deal with the negative wolf according to the elder?

• Ignore it completely.

• Fight it until it is defeated.

• Calmly acknowledge it and focus on the positive wolf.

• Feed it to make it stronger.

What is the outcome of feeding the positive wolf?

• It disappears.

• It becomes our steady companion.

• It fights the negative wolf.

• It becomes weaker.

What role does mindfulness play in handling our thoughts and feelings?

• It makes us forget our past experiences.

• It forces us to focus only on positive thoughts.

• It allows us to see our thoughts and feelings as they begin.

• It helps us ignore our thoughts.

What can mindfulness help us choose?

• How to avoid all negative emotions.

• Which thoughts to strengthen and which to let go.

• How to change other people's thoughts.

• Which memories to erase.

What does mindfulness empower us to do?

• Stay stuck in old habits.

• Control other people's thoughts.

• Be at the mercy of our emotions.

• Break free from old ways of thinking.

What is required to effectively practice mindfulness?

• Consistent practice.

• A lot of money.

• Immediate results.

• Ignoring all emotions.