The Benedictine Hallmarks: Lesson Eight Session 8: The Hallmark of Discipline Test your knowledge! The root of “discipline” means what?* To suffer To persevere To learn It is normal to go through what in our prayer lives?* It, itself, is a discipline and a constant education It encourages monks to create a lifestyle based on their own preferences It offers a few, small opportunities for sacrifice How does discipline free us?* It doesn’t It shows us that the world and its problems aren’t important It makes us present to ourselves and others, freeing us from anxiety Discipline brings us into right relationship with:* God Ourselves Others All of the above How does Br. Leo suggest we practice discipline?* Set aside dedicated time for prayer Be very strict with ourselves Procrastinate small tasks
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