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Why did Josh have a knot in his stomach as he drove to the farm?
Why did Josh have a knot in his stomach as he drove to the farm?
- He was excited about the vacation but was worried about making the wrong decision.
- He was afraid of getting lost in the corn maze.
- He was dreading the conversation he had to have with his boss. (correct)
- He was feeling nervous because he's never met his friends before.
What activity did Josh explicitly refuse to participate in at the farm?
What activity did Josh explicitly refuse to participate in at the farm?
- Navigating through the corn maze.
- Flying in a propeller plane over the farm. (correct)
- Taking a walk through the corn field.
- Participating in a race with his friends.
What caused Josh and his friends to become separated in the maze?
What caused Josh and his friends to become separated in the maze?
- They could not agree on which paths to take and became frustrated.
- They were distracted by the farm animals and wanted to explore the farm individually.
- They decided to explore the maze individually from the start.
- The maze had too many pathways and their choices caused them to split up and go their separate ways. (correct)
What was Josh's reaction when he found himself alone in the maze?
What was Josh's reaction when he found himself alone in the maze?
Who did Josh encounter after he closed his eyes to pray for direction?
Who did Josh encounter after he closed his eyes to pray for direction?
What does the farmer suggest is the primary reason Josh is feeling lost?
What does the farmer suggest is the primary reason Josh is feeling lost?
According to the farmer, what is the function of 'purpose' in a person's life?
According to the farmer, what is the function of 'purpose' in a person's life?
What does the farmer give to Josh to help him find his purpose?
What does the farmer give to Josh to help him find his purpose?
How does the farmer suggest Josh should begin his quest to find his purpose?
How does the farmer suggest Josh should begin his quest to find his purpose?
According to the farmer, what happens if a person does not try to find their purpose?
According to the farmer, what happens if a person does not try to find their purpose?
What does Josh initially think when the farmer asks about his life's direction?
What does Josh initially think when the farmer asks about his life's direction?
What does the farmer say about people who come to the maze?
What does the farmer say about people who come to the maze?
Why is Josh more interested in what the farmer has to say after hearing words like passion and purpose?
Why is Josh more interested in what the farmer has to say after hearing words like passion and purpose?
How does the farmer describe the journey to finding one's purpose?
How does the farmer describe the journey to finding one's purpose?
What does the farmer suggest Josh should be careful of while searching for his purpose?
What does the farmer suggest Josh should be careful of while searching for his purpose?
Flashcards
Anxiety
Anxiety
The feeling of being unsure or afraid, often related to being in an unfamiliar or confusing situation.
Corn Maze
Corn Maze
A large, complex network of paths and turns, often made from tall plants like corn.
Decision Avoidance
Decision Avoidance
A mental or emotional state of wanting to avoid making a decision.
Choices or Paths
Choices or Paths
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Praying for Direction
Praying for Direction
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Purpose
Purpose
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Quest for Purpose
Quest for Purpose
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Being Lost
Being Lost
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The Seed
The Seed
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Heart's Knowing
Heart's Knowing
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Signs on the Path
Signs on the Path
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Mind's Deception
Mind's Deception
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Belief in Miracles
Belief in Miracles
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Embarking on the Quest
Embarking on the Quest
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The Journey's Challenges
The Journey's Challenges
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Study Notes
Josh's Lost Journey
- Josh, facing a career dilemma, takes a vacation on a farm, seeking respite from decision-making.
- The farm is larger than expected, with a corn maze. Josh joins friends in a maze race.
- Josh gets lost in the maze, experiencing anxiety and fear.
- He encounters a wise farmer, who asks about Josh's life goals.
- The farmer suggests Josh's life is like a quest to find purpose.
Finding Purpose
- The farmer describes purpose as a guiding force behind passion and confidence, essential for fulfilling dreams. A lack of purpose leads to a wandering, aimless life.
- The farmer gives Josh a seed, implying that finding where to plant it will reveal his purpose.
- The farmer highlights the importance of believing in miracles and how imagination shapes reality.
- He emphasizes the universal quest for purpose, a journey filled with obstacles and dead-ends.
Key to Finding Purpose
- The farmer advises to begin the search within one's heart, listening for the "why."
- Following one's heart is coupled with recognizing signs—divine cues like advice, dreams, or moments of inspiration—to guide one along the path.
- Josh reflects on his own life, recognizing the role of signs in shaping his choices.
- The quest for purpose is likened to a cosmic game and an exciting adventure, emphasizing the importance of persistence.
- The farmer assures Josh that the desire to find purpose signifies its existence, suggesting that the journey is a necessary step.
The Maze Exit
- The farmer directs Josh to a specific path to the maze's exit.
- He emphasizes the importance of following one's heart, recognizing signs, and persevering even "when you want to give up".
- The farmer reminds Josh to return for more guidance.
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