Monday, August 31 · Retreat Riddles
I hum with zen in a temple’s peace, a retreat where mindfulness increase. My gardens bloom with a tranquil air, what am I, beyond compare?
Hint
This spiritual site offers meditation spaces.
Answer
Monastery
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I conditioned fear with a little rat, pairing sounds with a startling pat. My 1920s experiment was a test, who am I, with a behavior quest?
AnswerJohn B. Watson
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