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What awakened Josh from his deep sleep?
What awakened Josh from his deep sleep?
- Dharma licking his hand (correct)
- A loud noise from outside
- The sunrise through the window
- His alarm clock ringing
In Josh's dream, what did he do with the seed?
In Josh's dream, what did he do with the seed?
- He discarded it
- He gave it to a friend
- He burned it
- He planted it in a pot (correct)
What realization does Josh come to about the people in the city?
What realization does Josh come to about the people in the city?
- They are seeking spiritual growth
- They are aware of their goals
- They are oblivious to their purpose (correct)
- They prioritize leisure over work
What does Josh compare his past behavior to?
What does Josh compare his past behavior to?
After his realization, what does Josh decide is no longer an option for him?
After his realization, what does Josh decide is no longer an option for him?
What aspect of life does Josh contemplate while looking at the seed?
What aspect of life does Josh contemplate while looking at the seed?
Which emotion does Josh feel towards the farmer's ideas?
Which emotion does Josh feel towards the farmer's ideas?
How does Josh describe his previous lifestyle?
How does Josh describe his previous lifestyle?
What theme emerges from Josh's reflections in the chapter?
What theme emerges from Josh's reflections in the chapter?
What does Josh believe about the pulse of the city even at 2 a.m.?
What does Josh believe about the pulse of the city even at 2 a.m.?
Flashcards
Seeking Purpose
Seeking Purpose
The act of consciously reflecting on and discovering one's purpose in life.
Being Numb
Being Numb
A state of not being aware or sensitive to one's purpose in life.
Feeling the Pulse of the City
Feeling the Pulse of the City
Feeling the pulse of life, experiencing its energy and rhythms.
The Seed
The Seed
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Discomfort of Seeking Purpose
Discomfort of Seeking Purpose
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Life's Adventure
Life's Adventure
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Life Gives You What You Need
Life Gives You What You Need
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Embracing the Game
Embracing the Game
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The Boss's Ultimatum
The Boss's Ultimatum
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Meaningful Life
Meaningful Life
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Study Notes
Josh's Dream and Decision
- Josh, a busy professional, experienced a dream involving a large plant growing from a seed.
- In the dream, he felt a sense of purpose and shared this feeling with others.
- Awakened by his dog, Dharma, Josh pondered the meaning of the dream and his own life's purpose.
- He reflected on the fast-paced nature of modern life, contrasting it with his own feeling of meaninglessness in his work.
Reasons for Josh's Choice
- Josh recognized his need for a meaningful life over an easy one.
- Dissatisfied with his current job, he felt a strong urge to find his purpose.
- He discussed his options with a farmer and pilot as well as his boss and decided to find out what he needed to do.
- This leads to a decision to return to his hometown.
- Several factors influenced his decision:
- His past holds clues to his future
- The desire to speak to his parents
- A lack of other potential destinations.
The Seed and Purpose
- The dream's central image – a seed – became a symbol of purpose and potential.
- Josh felt the need to plant this "seed" in his life, searching for the right place.
- The dream's climax, revealing he'd plant the seed, suggested a path to a new life and purpose.
- He saw a potential connection between the seed and his purpose, potentially impacting his job decision.
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