Course outline
Module 1
Module 1: The Power of Vulnerability
The Power of Vulnerability
Knowledge check
Q1. What does Glennon Doyle emphasize as a key component of personal growth in Module 1?
- A. Perfectionism
- B. Vulnerability ✓
- C. Isolation
- D. Judgment
Why: Glennon Doyle emphasizes vulnerability as a key component of personal growth because it allows individuals to connect authentically with others and themselves.
Q2. According to Glennon Doyle, what often prevents people from being their truest selves?
- A. Vulnerability
- B. Fear of rejection ✓
- C. Success
- D. Confidence
Why: Glennon Doyle suggests that the fear of rejection often prevents people from being their truest selves because it leads to hiding behind masks and avoiding authenticity.
Q3. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of embracing vulnerability, as discussed in Module 1?
- A. Deeper connections
- B. Increased self-awareness
- C. Greater fear of failure ✓
- D. Emotional healing
Why: Greater fear of failure is not a benefit of embracing vulnerability; in fact, vulnerability often reduces fear by fostering courage and self-acceptance.
Q4. What does Glennon Doyle suggest we do when we feel shame?
- A. Hide from others
- B. Judge ourselves harshly
- C. Talk about it with someone we trust ✓
- D. Ignore the feeling
Why: Glennon Doyle suggests talking about shame with someone we trust as a way to heal and transform it into something meaningful and constructive.
Q5. How does Glennon Doyle describe the relationship between vulnerability and strength?
- A. Vulnerability weakens strength
- B. Vulnerability is a form of strength ✓
- C. They are unrelated
- D. Vulnerability replaces strength
Why: Glennon Doyle describes vulnerability as a form of strength because it requires courage to be open and honest, which is a powerful and transformative act.
Module 2
Module 2: Redefining Strength and Courage
Redefining Strength and Courage
Knowledge check
Q1. According to Glennon Doyle, what is a common misconception about strength?
- A. Strength is only physical ✓
- B. Strength is the ability to keep going despite fear
- C. Strength is the absence of fear
- D. Strength is only emotional
Why: Glennon Doyle challenges the idea that strength is only physical, emphasizing that it involves emotional and mental resilience as well.
Q2. What does Glennon Doyle suggest is a key component of courage?
- A. Being fearless
- B. Acting despite fear ✓
- C. Avoiding difficult situations
- D. Ignoring emotions
Why: Glennon Doyle emphasizes that courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the decision to act in spite of it.
Q3. What does Glennon Doyle mean by 'untamed' in the context of strength?
- A. Being wild and unpredictable
- B. Living authentically without fear of judgment ✓
- C. Being completely fearless
- D. Ignoring one's emotions
Why: 'Untamed' refers to living authentically and courageously, without being held back by fear of judgment or societal expectations.
Q4. How does Glennon Doyle view vulnerability?
- A. A weakness
- B. A sign of fear
- C. A form of strength ✓
- D. Something to be hidden
Why: Glennon Doyle sees vulnerability as a form of strength, as it requires courage to be open and honest about one's fears and struggles.
Q5. What does Glennon Doyle encourage readers to do in order to redefine strength?
- A. Avoid challenges
- B. Embrace fear and keep going ✓
- C. Hide their emotions
- D. Ignore their weaknesses
Why: Glennon Doyle encourages readers to embrace fear and keep moving forward, as this is a true demonstration of strength and courage.
Module 3
Module 3: Healing from Past Pain
Healing from Past Pain
Knowledge check
Q1. What is a key message from Glennon Doyle about healing from past pain?
- A. Ignore the pain and move on
- B. Embrace vulnerability and seek connection ✓
- C. Suppress emotions to maintain strength
- D. Blame others for past hurt
Why: Glennon Doyle emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and connection in the healing process.
Q2. According to Glennon Doyle, how can we begin to heal from past pain?
- A. By isolating ourselves
- B. By focusing only on the future
- C. By confronting and processing the pain ✓
- D. By avoiding difficult emotions
Why: Healing involves facing and processing past pain rather than avoiding it.
Q3. What does Glennon Doyle suggest about the role of shame in healing?
- A. Shame should be embraced as a teacher
- B. Shame is a natural part of life that should be ignored
- C. Shame needs to be acknowledged and released ✓
- D. Shame is not relevant to healing
Why: Glennon Doyle encourages acknowledging and releasing shame as part of the healing journey.
Q4. What does Glennon Doyle mean by 'untamed' in the context of healing?
- A. Being completely uncontrolled and wild
- B. Living without fear or restraint, especially in the face of pain ✓
- C. Avoiding all forms of emotional expression
- D. Staying within strict boundaries for safety
Why: 'Untamed' refers to living freely and fearlessly, even in the face of pain and vulnerability.
Q5. How does Glennon Doyle view the process of healing from trauma?
- A. It is a quick and easy process
- B. It requires time, patience, and support ✓
- C. It should be done alone without help
- D. It is unnecessary to address past pain
Why: Healing from trauma is seen as a long-term process that requires time, patience, and support.
Module 4
Module 4: Building Authentic Relationships
Building Authentic Relationships
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the key to building authentic relationships, according to Glennon Doyle?
- A. Having a lot of friends
- B. Being vulnerable and honest ✓
- C. Always agreeing with others
- D. Keeping secrets
Why: Authentic relationships are built on vulnerability and honesty, which allows for deeper connections and trust.
Q2. What does Glennon Doyle suggest we do when we feel judged by others?
- A. Ignore them
- B. Judge them back
- C. Respond with kindness and grace ✓
- D. Walk away immediately
Why: Responding with kindness and grace helps to model the behavior we wish to see in others and can transform interactions.
Q3. According to the module, what happens when we hide our true selves?
- A. We become more confident
- B. We attract more people
- C. We feel isolated and disconnected ✓
- D. We become more successful
Why: Hiding our true selves can lead to feelings of isolation and disconnection because we are not being authentic.
Q4. What is one way to show up authentically in relationships?
- A. Always keeping things light and fun
- B. Being open about our fears and flaws ✓
- C. Never showing emotion
- D. Keeping everything private
Why: Being open about our fears and flaws is a powerful way to show up authentically and build trust.
Q5. What does Glennon Doyle emphasize about communication in relationships?
- A. It should be loud and aggressive
- B. It should be honest and kind ✓
- C. It should be avoided as much as possible
- D. It should be one-sided
Why: Honest and kind communication is emphasized as essential for building and maintaining authentic relationships.
Module 5
Module 5: Finding Purpose in Chaos
Finding Purpose in Chaos
Knowledge check
Q1. What does Glennon Doyle suggest is the first step in finding purpose in chaos?
- A. Ignoring the chaos
- B. Embracing the chaos ✓
- C. Running from the chaos
- D. Judging the chaos
Why: Glennon Doyle encourages embracing chaos as a way to find purpose rather than avoiding or ignoring it.
Q2. According to the module, how does chaos relate to purpose?
- A. Chaos prevents purpose
- B. Chaos is the opposite of purpose
- C. Chaos is a necessary part of finding purpose ✓
- D. Chaos has no connection to purpose
Why: The module suggests that chaos is a natural and necessary part of the journey to finding purpose.
Q3. What does Glennon Doyle mean by 'untamed' in the context of finding purpose?
- A. Being wild and reckless
- B. Living authentically without fear ✓
- C. Avoiding responsibilities
- D. Rejecting all structure
Why: 'Untamed' refers to living authentically and without fear, which is a key part of finding purpose in chaos.
Q4. How does the module describe the relationship between chaos and personal growth?
- A. Chaos hinders personal growth
- B. Chaos is unrelated to personal growth
- C. Chaos is a barrier to personal growth
- D. Chaos is a catalyst for personal growth ✓
Why: The module emphasizes that chaos can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and finding purpose.
Q5. What is a key message from Glennon Doyle about finding purpose in chaos?
- A. You must eliminate all chaos to find purpose
- B. Purpose can only be found in complete order
- C. Purpose is found through embracing chaos and learning from it ✓
- D. Chaos is something to be feared
Why: A key message is that purpose is found through embracing chaos and learning from the experiences it brings.
Module 6
Module 6: The Importance of Self-Compassion
The Importance of Self-Compassion
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the main focus of self-compassion according to Glennon Doyle?
- A. Judging oneself harshly
- B. Treating oneself with kindness ✓
- C. Ignoring one\'s emotions
- D. Comparing oneself to others
Why: Self-compassion involves treating oneself with kindness and understanding
Q2. Which of the following is a key component of self-compassion?
- A. Self-criticism
- B. Self-judgment
- C. Self-kindness ✓
- D. Self-neglect
Why: Self-kindness is a fundamental part of self-compassion
Q3. What does Glennon Doyle suggest about being kind to oneself?
- A. It weakens your resolve
- B. It helps you grow and heal ✓
- C. It makes you lazy
- D. It is unnecessary
Why: Being kind to oneself is seen as a way to grow and heal
Q4. According to the module, how does self-compassion affect our relationships with others?
- A. It makes us more judgmental
- B. It helps us be more empathetic ✓
- C. It isolates us
- D. It has no effect
Why: Self-compassion can enhance our ability to be empathetic towards others
Q5. What is a common misconception about self-compassion?
- A. It is selfish ✓
- B. It is a form of self-care
- C. It is beneficial
- D. It is necessary
Why: A common misconception is that self-compassion is selfish, but it is actually a healthy practice
Module 7
Module 7: Living a Life of Radical Honesty
Living a Life of Radical Honesty
Knowledge check
Q1. What does Glennon Doyle emphasize as the foundation of living a life of radical honesty?
- A. Avoiding conflict at all costs
- B. Speaking truth even when it is uncomfortable ✓
- C. Always being polite and diplomatic
- D. Keeping secrets for the sake of harmony
Why: Radical honesty requires speaking the truth even when it is difficult or uncomfortable.
Q2. According to Glennon Doyle, what is one of the main obstacles to living with radical honesty?
- A. Too much time spent in nature
- B. Fear of rejection or judgment ✓
- C. Excessive reading of self-help books
- D. Too much exercise and healthy eating
Why: Fear of rejection or judgment is a major barrier to being radically honest.
Q3. What does Glennon Doyle suggest we do when we feel shame or guilt?
- A. Ignore it and move on
- B. Use it as a tool for self-improvement ✓
- C. Blame others for our feelings
- D. Suppress it as much as possible
Why: Glennon Doyle encourages using shame and guilt as tools for growth and self-awareness.
Q4. Which of the following is a key message from Glennon Doyle about radical honesty?
- A. It should only be used in professional settings
- B. It requires vulnerability and courage ✓
- C. It should be used to hurt others
- D. It should be avoided in personal relationships
Why: Radical honesty requires vulnerability and courage to speak the truth.
Q5. What does Glennon Doyle believe is the result of living with radical honesty?
- A. More isolation and loneliness
- B. Greater connection and authenticity ✓
- C. Increased material wealth
- D. More time spent in solitude
Why: Living with radical honesty leads to deeper connection and authenticity in relationships.