“How” to Practice Mindfulness

When wanting to be mindful, there are three skills to practice: Be Nonjudgmental Be One-Mindful Be Effective By practicing being non-judgmental, we are removing any assumptions and interpretations of what we are observing. We remove…

What Is The Difference Between Affect, Emotion, And Mood?

An Affect is a term that encompasses a broad range of feelings that people can experience. It embodies both emotions and moods. An Emotion is an intense feeling that is short-term and is typically directed at a source. Emotions can often…

10 Ways To Take Care Of Your Emotional Health

Be around your loved ones. By being around supportive people who care about you, such as family and friends, you can have a place to go to when times get tough. It is important to have people around who can listen and validate you during…

Want To Practice Mindfulness, But Don’t Know Where To Start?

Living life in the here and now without any judgments or attachments to your experience is what mindfulness is all about. The more we practice mindfulness, the more skilled we can become with taking control of our mind. As we experience reality…

Having Fun With Words

Ever feel like you can’t seem to find the right words to describe what you are feeling or experiencing? Sometimes it’s just difficult to explain ourselves if we simply don’t have to the words to describe ourselves, which can be quite frustrating!…

Boat Tours Around Redondo Beach and Marina del Rey

Here are some quick facts about boat tours around Redondo Beach and Marina del Rey: Redondo Beach: Whale watching, boat racing, and historical trips are some of the great adventures you can expect from Redondo Beach.  No matter your age,…

Best Day Trips Around Hermosa Beach

Adventures are great. It would be awesome to be able to go on a daily adventure, but this often costs much more than most of us can afford. Also, if you’re in the middle of an urban center such as Los Angeles, you will be hard-pressed to find…

Nine Must-Do Activities on the Westside of LA

Whether you’re new in town or have never taken the time to truly explore the Westside of Los Angeles, there are some must-do activities that can help you get to know your part of the city. The Westside has its own communities, vibe and…

3 Picturesque Picnic Spots in Manhattan Beach

Whether you're looking for a quiet escape with your partner or a fun family day out, a picnic could be just the ticket! Take in the day and find a nice place to rest, spend some time with those you love, and eat some good packed food while…

Best Day Trips Around Hermosa Beach

Adventures are great. It would be awesome to be able to go on a daily adventure, but this often costs much more than most of us can afford. Also, if you’re in the middle of an urban center such as Los Angeles, you will be hard-pressed to find…