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What is "mantra"? Is it something like "motto"?

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Rebecca

Yes, "mantra" here means "motto" or "slogan". The word "mantra" originated from Hinduism and Buddhism, and refers to something that is repeated for meditation and concentration. It is also used to refer to anything that is repeated frequently.

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