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Travel tips: 6 Factors To Consider When Choosing Your Vacation Accommodation

swimming pool in a vacation resort

Image Credit The bags are packed, the tickets have been bought, and it’s time to explore! But where would you be staying? The accommodation you choose during your vacation significantly affects your overall travel experience. Your accommodation is where you would come to at the end of the day, so if it isn’t a place […]

Top Tips: Simple Ways To Make Yourself Happy

When you really take the time to think about it, are you happy? Being happy is one of the most important things in life, and it can have an impact on everything else you do, even down to how successful you are in relationships and at work. Therefore, it is essential that you try to make yourself as happy as possible, in whatever ways work for you. It will make a massive difference. Here are some of the ideas you can try. 

How To Deal With The Reality Of An Addiction

Addiction is something that shouldn’t be dismissed as something that’s not really that serious. Any type of addiction of any severity should be a cause for concern, especially as addictions tend to become all-consuming and impact the individual in many ways. An addiction not only impacts the individual themselves but everyone around them. It can […]

Event: Get Ready to Dance and Celebrate at the Los Angeles Carnival Starlight Parade: A Spectacular Fusion of Cultures and Joyous Festivities

Celebrate diversity and empower communities as Marikel International presents the inaugural Los Angeles Carnival Starlight Parade, infusing Leimert Park Village with the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean. Taking place on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., this multicultural extravaganza is not only a joyous celebration of heritage and pride but also […]

Review: Night Talks’ “Roll On” – A Bright and Bouncy Indie Rock/Pop Anthem

Night Talks, the Los Angeles-based indie rock/pop trio, has recently released their latest track and accompanying video, “Roll On,” and it’s a burst of bright and bouncy energy that will leave you wanting more. Led by the captivating vocals of Soraya Sebghati, along with the dynamic guitar work of Jacob Butler and Josh Arteaga, Night […]

Nik West and Larry Graham Join Forces to Funk Up ‘Thumpahlenah’: A Captivating Ode to Bass Mastery

Nik West’s “Thumpahlenah” is a captivating musical journey that pays homage to the origins of her bass-playing career and celebrates her undeniable talent. With the addition of R&B legend Larry Graham, this track becomes an extraordinary collaboration that will have listeners grooving to its infectious funk rhythms. In “Thumpahlenah,” West skillfully narrates her personal story, […]

10 Fashion & Beauty Tips: Avoid These Mistakes That Can Cheapen Your Style

Photo by Moose Photos:  When it comes to fashion and beauty, we all aspire to create a stylish and captivating appearance. However, it’s essential to be aware of the common pitfalls that can inadvertently diminish your style. In this article, we will explore 10 fashion and beauty mistakes that can have a negative impact on […]

Saint-Michel Presents GrandEnfant: Afro-Jazz vol.1 – A Soulful Tale of Ancestral Identity and Cultural Richness in African Jazz

Saint-Michel aka Dr. Michel Bampely

Pump it up magazine is thrilled to present Michel Bampély’s highly anticipated Ep, ‘GrandEnfant: Afro-Jazz vol.1,’ marking his triumphant return to the music scene under the moniker Saint-Michel. This second solo project showcases a remarkable turning point in Bampély’s career, as he gracefully embraces jazz and, above all, the enchanting world of African music. Within […]

Establishing Low-Contact with Enabling Adult Children of a Narcissistic Mother: Navigating Special Occasions and Prioritizing Emotional Well-being

Photo by cottonbro studio: Navigating special occasions like Father’s Day or the birthdays of grandchildren when dealing with enabling adult children under the influence of a narcissistic mother can present unique challenges. Here are some suggestions on how to approach these situations while maintaining low-contact: Prioritize Emotional Well-being: Put your emotional well-being first. Assess how […]

Breaking Free from a Narcissistic Mother and Enabling Adult Children: A Path to Healing

Photo by cottonbro studio: Escaping the clutches of a narcissistic parent can be an arduous journey, particularly when adult children act as enablers, often referred to as “flying monkeys.” In cases where the mother is the narcissistic abuser and the children enable her behavior, it becomes crucial to establish healthy boundaries and reduce contact for […]

A Journey from Narcissistic Abuse to Musical Resilience and Unconditional Love

Photo by cottonbro studio:  In the vibrant 1960s, Thomas, a young musician/producer and hopeful man, found himself captivated by Emily’s enchanting presence. She was  a charismatic singer, vivacious, and full of life. Despite the circumstances of her past, including having a child out of wedlock at the tender age of 16, Thomas saw beyond society’s […]