Why does Morrie keep up with the news?
to relate his life to others
Why do we think we don't deserve love?
Love is the only rational
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What does Morrie say about society & compassion?
there's a shortage of it
How is Mitch changing from his time spent w/ Morrie?
he's focusing on the more important things in life such as love, family, community, & consideration
How has Morrie learned to cope with his demise?
he looks at each day as a chance to impact someone else & realizes he's like a child again
Why does Mitch record his sessions w/ Morrie?
to serve as a reminder
Describe Morrie's condition.
his ALS is progressing, he's unsure about how to give his gift
Who's Eva?
his stepmom and a teacher
What does Eva value?
love, compassion
How does Eva influence Morrie's life
she eases his pain & gives him a peace of mind
What's Morrie's religious point of view?
agnostic, culturally Judaic
What does Morrie say about sleepwalking?
we don't experience the world fully, were 1/2 asleep doing things we automatically have to do
How is Morrie's family important to him?
they have helped him become the person he is today
Why is family in general important?
it's his foundation for life & guardians
Explain Morries detachment process
he's letting life penetrate him fully
What was his experience @ Chestnut Lodge like?
it was his 1st job which helped him relate to others and learn that wealth can't buy hapiness or contentment
What was his experience @ Brandeis like?
he watched protests and was a peacemaker
Why does Morrie not long for youth?
he has already lived thru it
What's is Morrie's philosophy about aging?
part of him is of every age
How are we brainwashed?
by repetition
What are we taught to believe?
more is good
What does not = tenderness?
money or power
What conflicts w/ need?
want
What are Morrie's rules?
Devote yourself to community, loving others, and something that gives you purpose & meaning
Why doesn't Mitch's smokescreen work?
status will not get you anywhere & Morrie knew what Mitch thought & pursued
What does Morrie plan to have written on his tombstone?
A Teacher to the Last
What does Morrie mean when he says "I believe in being fully present."?
he believes that you should be with the person you're with
How is Morrie's belief different from what the culture teaches?
he believes our focus should be on the present, not the past or the future
How does Morrie's dad die?
heart attack
How does his father's death impact Morrie?
it helps Morrie prepare for his own death
Who does Mitch bring to visit Morrie on the 10th Tuesday?
Janine
What does Morrie pay less attention to?
newspapers & mail
What does Morrie pay more attention to?
music & watching the environment (leaves change color)
What does Morrie admit for the 1st time?
talking to God
What's Morrie's concept of forgiveness?
we have to forgive others but also ourselves
What does Morrie mean by the tension of opposites?
arguements between ppl
What are the important questions in life?
They're about love, responsibility, sprituality, & awareness.
How are we different from plants & animals?
because of love and the remembrance of it
What did Morrie and Mitch tell each other after the 14th Tuesday?
I love you
What did Morrie finally accomplish?
he made Mitch cry
Did Morrie's final wishes come true?
Yes, his ashes were buried on a beautiful hill w/ trees & grass
How does Mitch's brother Peter respond to Mitch after years of distance?
jokingly, "I've joined the 90's." then told him jokes, stories, and current events [Show Less]