2017 Dragon Magazine Winter

f positivity
Jonquil Rumberger ’17
Matthew Challenger ’17
For me, mindfulness is purposefully being aware of
and acknowledging both one’s present place in the
world and the world’s present impact on oneself. It involves
removing oneself from the chaos of life for the
purpose of a clear mind.
Practicing mindfulness in the morning allows me to
relax on otherwise stressful days. I’ve started practicing
mindfulness even outside of class because
the feeling of relaxation is rare and important and I
wouldn’t get it otherwise. I’m glad that my teachers
have started practicing this.
Jacquie Burke, Parent
Kalimah Davis ’17
Taking out time to do mindfulness in class is great.
When I walk into class it is easy to feel overwhelmed.
But starting the day with mindfulness really puts you
at peace and centers you, making it just a little bit
easier to take on the day.
For me, mindfulness is trying to consciously choose
to be in the present moment. Not dwelling about the
past or worrying too much about the future. With
parenting I try to practice mindfulness by reminding
myself to accept my children for who they are today
“As Is,” not who I wish they were or who I want them
to be in the future. I try to be mindful not to parent
from fear, but instead realize the difference between
my fears and what my child actually needs.
Winter Magazine 2017 // 17