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An Insider’s Guide on Getting into College
UPrep’s Director of College Counseling offers his take on the current admission landscape.
During his 20 years directing college counseling at UPrep, a 6–12 private school in Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood, Kelly Herrington has supported more than 1,500 students in their college search. UPrep graduates have matriculated to nearly 400 different colleges and universities in 44 states and 10 countries. Below Kelly shares three observations on the current college…
Clarity: How to Create Habits That Prompt Mindful Self-Care
Enough with procrastination. I know what I need to do.
Eight years ago, I had to stop drinking because I couldn’t be trusted to consume alcohol with anything that resembled responsibility. I’ve also been diagnosed with depression, for which my doctor has prescribed a daily combination of citalopram (Celexa) and bupropion (Wellbutrin). My cholesterol, though? I’d really rather not discuss that. I certainly don’t want…
Back Page: A “Trip” Through Time
The changing perceptions of psychedelics
In 1967, psychedelics were vilified and effectively banned during the height of the counterculture movement. Daytrippers and hippies embraced LSD and psilocybin for consciousness expansion, spiritual exploration, or just pure escape. Nowadays, we find substances such as LSD, psilocybin and MDMA being seriously studied in clinical settings and reevaluated as powerful therapeutic tools. Microdosing has…
Whale Of A Remodel
The transformation of an Orcas Island home takes advantage of remarkable views
For many years, Apollo 8 astronaut Bill Anders entertained his Orcas Island neighbors with breathtaking acrobatics in his vintage airplane. Anders and his wife, Valerie, had purchased a five-acre compound on the isolated western edge of the island for its mesmerizing view, a subject he knew something about. As a member of the first human…
Five Ways to Summer
How to soak up the last of the season before fall rolls in
Don’t even think about autumn yet. Summer’s still here, and we should be enjoying every last warm day. I’ve been savoring the simple pleasures of the season, trying to make the most of it before the weather shifts. Here are five things I’m loving right now, and I hope they’ll inspire you to do the…
A Hidden Gem in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness
This rugged high route offers sweeping views and rare solitude just 75 miles from Seattle
As I traversed a steep trail, five long hours after I started, I began to feel a bit lonely. I hadn’t seen anyone for several miles, and the heat of the day was making my brain foggy. Then, around the corner, a hardy family of five—including three young kids—appeared, traipsing along like mountain goats, seemingly…
A Seaweed Sanctuary
Enjoy a soothing wrap from the sea
Deep in the wilderness, in a secluded cove off the coast of Canada’s Vancouver Island, there’s a place so magical and transformative that some have claimed it to be one of the best experiences of their life. Moon Jelly Bathhouse is a haven where mermaid dreams come true and luxury is guaranteed. What makes this…
Live Long and Prosper: The Quest for Eternity in the Emerald City
The longevity movement is flourishing in Seattle
Is a longer life always a better one? As science and modern medicine evolve, the human lifespan is getting longer by the year. According to the Global Burden of Disease Study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, global life expectancy will increase by 4.9 years in men and 4.2 years in women between…
From Vision To Victory
Dr. Thomas Lynch Jr. is forging the future of cancer care at Fred Hutch
Dr. Thomas Lynch Jr.’s path to cancer care began early, shaped by both his personal experiences and his father’s work. Growing up in Hackensack, New Jersey, he was no stranger to cancer. His father, Dr. Thomas Lynch Sr., was a pioneer in hematology and oncology, treating patients in his home office. “I like to say…
Four Common Medical Myths, Busted
We sat down with local physicians to discuss the most common medical myths, their origins, and how to prevent them from spreading
Yes, you can swim right after you eat. No, you shouldn’t pee on jellyfish stings to stop the pain. Fake health information is all around us, borne from health gurus on the internet, long-held beliefs, or even information once believed by doctors that turned out to be untrue. With the constant evolution of healthcare research,…
Summiting Mount Adams
Seattle magazine’s social media manager tackles a climb that tests both body and mind
Emma Smith, Seattle magazine’s social media manager, decided to climb Mount Adams in July, giving herself just a few weeks to prepare for an early August summit. Mount Adams is a 12,276-foot stratovolcano in the Cascade Range, the second-highest peak in Washington, with sprawling glaciers and a broad, sloping summit. After her roommate mentioned the…
Resilience by the Sea: Return to Lahaina
As West Maui rebuilds, beauty and connection remain
West Maui has always held a magnetic allure — the scent of plumeria backlit by torches under a pale moon, or the way the sea breeze fills the lungs with total relaxation. But a visit now, in the wake of the 2023 wildfires, carries added meaning. Not out of obligation, but appreciation. The ocean views…
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