The Hero
The Helpers/Others
Happiness
Prayer
A little this, a little that
100
Link obtains the Triforce. Katniss obtains a bow. Luke obtains a lightsaber and the use of the force. We talked about happiness in real life. All of these point to this aspect of the hero's journey
What is 'The Treasure"
100
Often depicted as an elderly figure (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda), this character serves as a guide who provides invaluable insight and knowledge for the hero
What is 'the Mentor'
100
In Happiness Level 4, Fr. Spitzer notes how a number of philosophers have articulated finding happiness in the pursuit of the Ultimate Good. For many people of faith, the Ultimate Good resides in this being
Who is God (Many people of faith also note that the 4th level of happiness is not truly obtained until our death, although we can participate in it at some level while we live)
100
Thinking about whether one kneels, sits, or stands during prayer is to reflect on this important preparatory step.
What is 'Choosing a Posture'
100
This is the term used in Star Wars as the energy that binds all of life together. Some see this as an allegory for God.
What is 'The Force'
200
This term refers to the same, imaginative story of a hero that is told in countless ways yet reveal very similar truths about humans and the divine
What is the monomyth
200
At the beginning of Star Wars, both R2-D2 and Princess Leia issue forth a call to Luke to begin his new adventure. The ones who issue forth a call are known as this
What is 'The Herald'
200
In the movie 'Happy,' it talks about the hedonic treadmill in which people get obsessed about material goods and find themselves in a cycle of never being satisfied. This relates to which level of happiness in Fr. Spitzer's theory?
What is Level One
200
This dimension of prayer is done with one's friends and family members (as opposed to praying by yourself or with the wider church community)
What is the interpersonal dimension
200
In Star Wars, George Lucas was inspired to create this character because of the name of his dog whom he thought was a great example of a sidekick who is loyal and trustworthy.
Who is Chewbacca
300
Many heroes begin their story in the comforts of their ordinary world. However, this part of the quest marks a new beginning when the hero ventures outside into new, unfamiliar territory.
What is 'Crossing the Threshold'
300
Every journey has obstacles that a hero must face, whether that's jumping over piranha plants or taking that dang Faith Formation test. In the Hero's Journey, obstacles are also known as these.
What are 'Threshold Guardians'
300
When people primarily pursue honor, popularity, and power as their ultimate good, they inevitably begin to play this type of game in happiness level 2 in which the person views everyone else as a problem and an obstacle.
What is the Comparison Game
300
This focus of prayer centers on the glory and beauty of God. Catholics also have a very traditional form of prayer (dating back to the Middle Ages) in which people pray before the Blessed Sacrament.
What is Adoration
300
In the Spiritual Exercises, St. Ignatius writes the following about this expression of prayer: "I call to mind this truth, with love. I ponder it, with love. I embrace it, with love and desire."
What is meditation
400
Oftentimes, a hero must reflect on how s/he must use the treasure that was obtained. Will s/he use it for herself/himself or for others? If the hero decides to use it for others, s/he will embark on this aspect of the Hero's Journey
What is 'The Return'
400
One of the primary attributes of this character is to ease tension and lighten the mood when things get a little too serious.
What is 'The Trickster'
400
The movie 'Happy' talks about _______ goals which relate to money, image, and statue whereas _______ goals are focused on personal growth, relationships, and the desire to help. The first type of goals relate to Happiness 1&2, whereas the second type of goals relate to Happiness 3&4
What is extrinsic & intrinsic
400
This term can be used to talk about resting in God--"Letting Go and Letting God." In a different way, it can also be used to talk about one's use of imagination in prayer--a method highly promoted by St. Ignatius.
What is Contemplation
400
This dance begins with a single individual getting her groove on while others go about their business. Then, suddenly, all the others join and craziness ensues.
What is 'The Harlem Shake'
500
Many heroes experience a moment in their journey called the "Belly of the Whale" experience, in which they hit rock bottom. From what book of the Bible is this phrase derived?
What is the Book of Jonah
500
This character can represent what the hero primarily struggles against in her/his life and the lies that a person can constantly play in her/his head.
What is 'The Shadow'
500
In an ad, this company had the slogan: "You can't buy happiness, but you can BUY TEA, and that's kind of the same thing."
What is "Lipton"
500
A helpful attitude to have in prayer gets it root meaning from the Latin word which means "the earth/ground we walk on"
What is humility
500
In Japan, this term is currently used to talk about the unfortunate trend in which many of the people are working themselves to death.
What is 'Karoshi'
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