What, Why, and 5 Senses
What is the word used to describe: "intentionally living with awareness in the present moment, without unnecessary judgment."
Mindfulness
What mindfulness concept/word means, "putting words to your observations without interpretations or judgments"?
Describe
Being distracted may make others feel ignored, frustrated, or... (name another emotion).
Lonely, Annoyed, Sad, etc.
Who is the humble character from the Shire is the main hero who carries the One Ring to Mount Doom?
Frodo Baggins
Finish the core definition of mindfulness: intentionally living with awareness in the present moment without [Fill in the Blank].
Unnecessary Judgement
What is a quiet practice where you focus on breath, body, or open awareness?
Meditation
What mindfulness concept/word means, "to fully engage in an activity and becoming one with it."?
Participate
What is usually the most common form of distraction (or distracting item) when interacting with others?
Your Phone
Who are the short, cheerful people who live in the Shire and love second breakfast?
Hobbits
What is the name of the first "White Wizard" in Middle Earth?
Saruman
Which "sense" in the 5 Senses list is missing?
Touch, Taste, Sight, Sound, ?
Smell
During yoga, focus on your movements and... ? (Finish this sentence)
Breathing or Breath
Creating “here and now” moments builds [blank] with others. (Finish the sentence)
Stronger Connections, Awesome Memories, etc. - Similar answers are okay
What is the name of the dark lord who forged the One Ring and seeks to rule Middle-earth?
Sauron
What game did you play this week that uses cards with feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to practice presence, while the 5 Senses activity and guided yoga both help you notice sensations and stay in the moment. (Name the activity)
Monikers (or Fishbowl)
What was the activity the robber was doing when the cop appeared in the kitchen?
Baking/Decorating a Cake
What mindfulness concept/word means, "noticing internal/external experiences through the senses without clinging or pushing away."?
Observe
During the "Monikers" (or "Fishbowl") activity on Thursday, you were asked to write a word or phrase that highlighted one of these three topics. (Name one).
Thoughts, Feelings, or Behaviors
Who is the great tree-like being who helps Merry and Pippin in Fangorn Forest? (Double Points for his name and the type of creature)
Treebeard (who is an Ent)
Which activity focuses on spiritual and movement-based practice (along with meditation and contemplative prayer) to build mindfulness habits?
Yoga
What are habitual actions done on “autopilot,” like driving without noticing the road?
Automatic/rote behaviors - Similar answers are okay
Which three activities can you apply mindfulness to to make it more meaningful or enjoyable? (List three)
(Any 3 Wholesome Activities)
What is the phrase that means: "Focusing on the current moment and connection with others."?
“Here and Now”
What is the name of the magical sword, reforged from the shards of Narsil, and carried by Aragorn? (Double points for any team that gets this correct).
What is Andúril? (or “Flame of the West”)
In relational mindfulness, which concept means being fully present with others instead of being distracted by your phone or zoning out?
“Here and Now”