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What is the belief that holds the woman back, despite her ability?
What is the belief that holds the woman back, despite her ability?
- The belief that she is unloved
- The belief that she is not good enough (correct)
- The belief that she is unwanted
- The belief that she is invisible
What does the author suggest is key to breaking free from the ropes that tie you down?
What does the author suggest is key to breaking free from the ropes that tie you down?
- Becoming aware of the ropes and actively pulling against them (correct)
- Accepting the ropes and living with them
- Believing in everything you think
- Ignoring the existence of the ropes
According to the passage, what began to replace the author's exuberance as they grew older?
According to the passage, what began to replace the author's exuberance as they grew older?
- Boldness
- Fearlessness
- Timidness (correct)
- Outgoingness
What does the passage compare people's beliefs in childhood to?
What does the passage compare people's beliefs in childhood to?
What emotions are mentioned as indicative of the 'ropes' that tie people down?
What emotions are mentioned as indicative of the 'ropes' that tie people down?
According to the passage, what effect does highlighting an Asian woman's female identity have before a math test?
According to the passage, what effect does highlighting an Asian woman's female identity have before a math test?
What impact do beliefs have on individuals, according to the passage?
What impact do beliefs have on individuals, according to the passage?
In what way do the author's beliefs affect their previous job experiences?
In what way do the author's beliefs affect their previous job experiences?
According to the passage, what is the impact of an individual's beliefs on their relationships?
According to the passage, what is the impact of an individual's beliefs on their relationships?
What does the passage imply about individuals' capacity in a world before 'what's known'?
What does the passage imply about individuals' capacity in a world before 'what's known'?
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Study Notes
Beliefs and Limitations
- The belief that holds the woman back is not specified, but it is implied to be a limiting belief that restricts her potential despite her ability.
Breaking Free from Limitations
- The author suggests that identifying and addressing these limiting beliefs is key to breaking free from the constraints that hold individuals back.
Changes with Age
- As the author grew older, a sense of doubt and fear began to replace their initial exuberance.
Childhood Beliefs
- The passage compares people's beliefs in childhood to "a blank canvas, waiting for the brushstrokes of experience and discovery".
Emotions Associated with Limiting Beliefs
- Emotions such as fear, doubt, and anxiety are indicative of the 'ropes' that tie people down.
Impact of Highlighting Identity
- Highlighting an Asian woman's female identity before a math test can have a negative impact on her performance.
Influence of Beliefs on Individuals
- Beliefs have a profound impact on individuals, shaping their experiences, relationships, and ultimately, their potential.
Beliefs and Job Experiences
- The author's beliefs affected their previous job experiences, although the specifics of this are not specified.
Beliefs and Relationships
- An individual's beliefs can have a significant impact on their relationships, influencing how they interact with others and the world around them.
Human Capacity
- The passage implies that individuals have a vast, untapped capacity in a world where possibilities are not limited by what is currently known.
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