Journal
Here you'll find writing on mindfulness, neuroscience, mental health, physical wellbeing, and yoga.
These topics often overlap: attention, behaviour and embodiment are all part of the same ecosystem of experience, and the aim here is to explore those connections in a thoughtful and practical way. Some posts draw from research, others from lived experience and teaching. The intention is to share ideas that are useful, considered, and occasionally a bit different from what is typically said.
November 5, 2025
One reason yoga sharpens perception may lie in how the brain anticipates the causes of the sensory signals that shape our experience. In neuroscience, this is […]
September 30, 2025
Matcon Construction is currently realigning a storm sewer on Spring Street. From now until October 24th, there will be temporary road closures on Spring Street, Monday through […]
August 17, 2021
The last day of class at Suter Brook is Friday August 27th, 2021. We will open our new studio at 3032 St. Johns Street on Friday […]
December 15, 2020
November 5, 2020
The importance of nervous system regulation practices during times of transition By Islena Faircrest, Transformative Life Coach There is a lot of buzz about “mindset” with […]
June 22, 2020
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, the tensions that bind and separate us have become more apparent, manifesting in distancing, remote connection, demonstrations and actions of solidarity. There seems […]
October 1, 2019
This April, invite a friend or family member to take a class at Kushala Yoga for free! For every referral, you will be entered in a draw for a 1-Month Term Membership.
November 26, 2018
Bring a food, toy or cash donation for our annual Food and Toy Drive, to support SHARE Family & Community Service's Food Bank and Christmas Toy Shop. In 2016, they assisted 1,219 local families during the holiday season.
October 4, 2018
This October, invite a friend or family member to take a class at Kushala Yoga for free! For every referral, you will be entered in a draw for a 1-Month Term Membership.
April 11, 2018
In all kinds of yoga, we use props. Your yoga mat is a prop that keeps your feet and hands from sliding, and it gives some […]
March 6, 2018
A traditional definition of yoga, from Patanjali’s Yogasutra is “yoga is the cessation of reactivity in the mind”. This is one translation… and there are many […]
February 19, 2018
The mind, body, and breath are intimately connected to one another. Learn practical and easily accessible grounding exercises, yoga postures and breathing techniques that help clear the mind, reduce anxiety, and facilitate mindful living.
February 19, 2018
This class will take a gentle, therapeutic approach to increase the freedom of movement and stability of your hips & spine which can help alleviate mild […]
February 3, 2018
Journey into a unique blend of body movement, healing sounds, dynamic percussive rhythms, transformational breathing techniques to promote inner awakenings, mental clarity, physical stamina and emotional well-being. Followed by a Gong Bath.
February 2, 2018
Come experience an evening of healing in a soundscape of instrumentals, a deep gong bath and sound meditation with Chase Trellert.