Love & Wisdom
Retiring in Style
Setting yourself up for success seems daunting. It doesn’t have to be.
Editor’s note: The September-October issue of Seattle magazine, which is out the second week of September, focuses on finding meaning in aging. You can subscribe here. With pensions disappearing and Social Security precarious, saving for your own retirement is more crucial now than ever. Here are some considerations to set you up for retirement…
Rethinking Mental Health Post-Pandemic
A new normal: increased awareness and reduced stigma
I am the one out of every five Americans who received mental-health care in the past year. I wouldn’t say that I’m proud of this fact, but I’m not at all embarrassed by it, either. In fact, I’m more sheepish about having high cholesterol than I am about the fact that I spend an hour every week talking to a therapist…
Psychedelic Psychotherapy
Researchers aim to capture the transformative and therapeutic potential of psychedelics in mental health treatment
Susan Kopka tried everything. Through trial and error with several different medications and treatment options, Kopka came to learn that her mental health struggles were treatment resistant, meaning her conditions didn’t respond well to conventional medications…
AI is here to stay. Its design shouldn’t leave kids behind.
Seattle Children’s Research Institute weighs the implications of AI in pediatric care
Seattle is at the forefront of the AI revolution, and while we don’t work in the technology industry, we see the promise for our field of pediatrics. AI is already shaping a new era in medical breakthroughs and…
Sustainable Strands
Decoding clothing labels for chic and healthier fabric choices
When curating your wardrobe, paying close attention to clothing labels is a must. To ensure your outfits are stylish, sustainable, and durable, look for garments crafted from natural fibers such as cotton, silk, wool, linen, and cashmere. Clothes made from…
Hot New Books for Summer
Susan Lieu, Ijeoma Oluo, and Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe release compelling, transformative works
In her debut memoir, The Manicurist’s Daughter, Seattle playwright and performer Susan Lieu, best known for her autobiographical solo show, 140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother, recounts the tale of losing her mother…
Empower & Transform: The Ultimate Strength Training Revolution for Women
Why strength training offers numerous benefits
Strength training extends far beyond physical benefits, offering a powerful conduit for empowerment. Lifting weights builds more than just muscle — it cultivates confidence and resilience that permeate every facet of life. Women who engage in strength training report feeling…
A Marital Pump Fake
An excruciating week teaches a valuable lesson
The proposal went as planned.
My girlfriend thought we were headed to Place Pigalle for dinner, and we were, but only after we’d stopped by The Inn at the Market. I told her I’d heard there was a view from the roof, a ruse so I could lead her to the hotel room she didn’t know I’d reserved.
16 Local Gifts for a Seattle Mother’s Day
A funny candle, a meaningful necklace, and the best sundae in town
Let’s talk about Mother’s Day. It’s a holiday that can feel a tad complex. Maybe you’re planning to spoil your mom with a spa day, or maybe you’re finding ways to honor her memory or handle some tricky emotions. No matter how you choose to celebrate, we’ve rounded up some fun and local gift ideas.
The Woman of Madison Avenue
Barbara Feigin overcame stereotypes and sexism to rise to the top of the Mad Men-era advertising world
When Feigin was just 2-years old, she fled Nazi Germany with her mother and Jewish father. They traveled across Russia by train and later departed Tokyo on a Japanese ship, eventually arriving on the shores of Seattle. They settled in Chehalis more than a month after leaving Berlin. This was in 1940. Raised in the United States with her parents’ core values of courage, optimism, and determination, Feigin made her way to the top of the competitive and often sexist world of 1960s advertising.
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