Janet is sitting "cross-legged" with her hands resting gently on her knees as she quietly repeats the word "Soooooov…. sooooooov" to herself. Janet is engaged in _________ and the word she is uttering is a(n) __________
a) spiritual; hymn
b) mindfulness; archetype
c) expansive; mandala
d) concentrative; mantra
ANS: D, In concentrative meditation, a mantra is used to direct one's focus and relaxation as the goal is to let go of distracting thoughts and to find a place of calmness.
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