Power
What is human's strongest instinct?
A. to show sympathy to others
B. to run away from danger
What is the network our brains that helps us empathize (i.e. understand and share the feelings of another)?
A. Sympathy network
B. Oxytocin network
What groups of words are synonyms of "kindness"?
A. prosperity, citizenship, optimism
B. altruism, tolerance, courtesy
What do the scientists say makes humans feel happy?
A. feeling compassion
B. feeling worthwhile
What have scientists found out about this brain network?
A. it tells us that kindness is part of our nature
B. it tells us that we need to be careful
What is a benefit to cultivating compassion?
A. Better grades
B. Better health
Recipients of volunteer services experience greater happiness if they:
A. Relax and enjoy being served
B. Cooperate actively in volunteer activities
C. are personally acquainted with the volunteers
What can make us feel more content in life?
A. making more money and buying more things
B. offering gestures of compassion to others
Volunteering makes people happier if:
A. They don't overdo it
B. They are extrinsically motivated (motivation arises from external factors)
C. They are intrinsically motivated (motivation comes from within)
Can each of us learn to be kind?
A. Yes
B. No
People who often perform acts of kindness experience more
A. Popularity
B. Positive emotion
C. Successful careers
What value can be a powerful aid to better health?
A. showing kindness and compassion
B. studying hard and playing the piano