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Health & Wellness A new year has a way of inviting clarity. Not through pressure or grand resolutions, but through a quieter sense of intention, a desire to feel grounded, restored, and aligned with what truly matters. As we welcome 2026, this Health & Wellness issue is a gentle reminder that wellbeing is not a finish line. It is a practice. A rhythm. A series of small choices that support us in showing up more fully in our work, our families, and our daily lives. This month, we explore the many ways wellness can take shape, from the routines that strengthen our bodies to the rituals that restore our minds and the spaces that help us feel more at ease. The stories within these pages are not about perfection. They are about possibility. They celebrate confidence at every age, rest as a form of resilience, and the quiet luxury of taking care of ourselves in ways that feel honest and sustainable. Whether you are embracing new routines or simply giving yourself room to breathe after a full season, I hope this issue inspires you to choose what supports you, grounds you, and helps you feel your best. However you step into the year ahead, may it be with intention, balance, and a renewed sense of wellbeing. With appreciation,

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The Midlife Maven

How Alicia Erickson Is Redefining Strength, Confidence, and WellBeing for Women 40 Plus

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Fitness Coach & Midlife Wellness Advocate, Alicia Erickson

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‘Women of Influence’ Night 1: Passport Magazines for swag bags, provided by Bellevue Lifestyle Magazine 2: Panelists for Alair Kirkland’s ‘Women of Influence’ Night at Overlake Country Club on November 12th 3: Prada and YSL beauty provided by Nordstrom Bellevue 4: Amy Griffin, Ashley Blevins, Benjamin Moore Paints. 5: Courtney Lynn, Pella Windows and Doors and Madelyn Hagen from Build Magazine 6: Social media influencer and photographer, Nana Sukhbaatar, takes in the color display from Wipliance and Market Share 7: Anna Popov and Fiona O’Connor from Popov Interiors, enjoy looking at an Alair home magazine feature with designer Nicole Hopper

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Jubilee REACH Festival of Tress Gala 2025 8: Guests share a moment as they cut into their cake after the exciting Dessert Dash 9: Friends and family capture memories at the Holiday photobooth 10: Emcee, Monique Ming Laven, welcoming guests. 11: Guests pausing for a photo during the lively reception that featured silent auction items, wine pull, and more 12: One of the six professionally decorated Christmas Trees auctioned off during the live program 13: Honorary Co Chairs, Dave & Nancy Cole and Mike & Karen Dunlop 14: Bid cards raised in the air during the raise the paddle portion of the program Photography by Dan Apol, Takao Suzuki, Jason Ege, Brooke Kanna

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NWWS Presents a Truly International 85th Open Exhibition 15: “First Fiddle” by Kate Aubrey (Maryville, TN) awarded Second Place. Watercolor 22 x 20.25 16: Juror Frank Eber announced the winners in the 85th International Open Exhibition. 17: “The Mother and Her Baby” by Yidan Guo, NWS, IWS, (Pocatello, ID) chosen by NWWS as part of the NWWS Permanent Collection housed at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. Watercolor 28 x 22 18: A stunning First Place Winner, “Winter,” by Z L Feng. Watercolor 28 x 26 19: Jack Dorsey, NWWS, “Clouds Rolling In” (Camano Island, WA) awarded Third Place. Watercolor 13 x 20 20: Joie Pabilando, left (Las Pinas, Philippines) stands by his painting, “Cloudburst,” alongside art patron, Pat Pauley. 21: Award winning artist and past NWWS President, Kristi Galindo Dyson. Photography by James McFarlane

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Hästens partners with Penelope & The Beauty Bar for Luxury Spa Experience In December, Hästens has partnered with Penelope & The Beauty Bar on an immersive pop-up experience inside the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. The limited spa menu features an exclusive Oxygen-Infused Facial that takes place on an adjustable Hästens bed. The signature service, available for a limited-time only, transforms an indulgent facial into an exceptional experience of pure European luxury. The partnership focuses on shared brand values around wellness, with the belief that great skin starts with great sleep.

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HOW ALICIA ERICKSON IS REDEFINING STRENGTH, CONFIDENCE, AND WELL-BEING FOR WOMEN 40 PLUS

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THE MIDLIFE

MAVEN For many women, midlife arrives with a subtle but persistent question: What now? Children are growing up and moving out, careers are evolving, priorities are shifting, and long ignored personal needs begin rising to the surface. It is a season marked by transition, reflection, and, if you ask Alicia Erickson, founder of The Midlife Maven, remarkable opportunity. CONTINUED >

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Alicia did not set out to create a movement. But when she hit 50 and experienced a personal transformation that reshaped her entire outlook on strength and aging, she knew she could not keep it to herself. “When I experienced my own transformation as I turned 50, I wanted to share it with every woman and empower them to believe it’s possible to make major changes in midlife. I wanted to show them that this is just the beginning for us.” What began as her own awakening has evolved into a mission to help women in their 40s and 50s feel strong, capable, and deeply connected to themselves again. Through her work, Alicia meets women who are often navigating profound shifts. Kids are leaving the house, career paths are changing, and daily life may feel unfamiliar. Many realize they have spent years putting everyone else first and find themselves wondering when they stopped prioritizing their own well-being. As she explains, “We are coming to a point in life where the kids are leaving, career paths might be changing, life is looking different. It is a moment of discovering ourselves all over again. Often times this comes after putting everyone else first and putting ourselves last. Our bad habits catch up with us and we wonder who we even are anymore?” In Alicia’s view, this moment is not a crisis but an invitation to rebuild.

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“BELIEVE THAT THE FIRST HALF WAS JUST T H E W A R M U P. T H E BE S T I S COMING.”

A cornerstone of her approach is strength training, something she believes most women have been misled about for decades. “We have been told our entire lives to do more cardio and eat less. This DOES NOT and WILL NOT work,” she says. “Adding muscle to your body especially in midlife is the fountain of youth. You will not only feel amazing and age powerfully with independence, you will have the beautiful sculpted figure you have always chased after. This does not come from yoga and bird food. This comes from fueling yourself properly and lifting heavy weights.” For Alicia, building muscle is not just about aesthetics. It is a pathway to independence, vitality, and resilience, helping women feel grounded and powerful in their own bodies again. Just as important is the mental shift that must accompany the physical one. “Mindset is THE most important factor because when you believe it’s possible you open up your entire world to possibility. You need to build a vision for the woman you want to become and chase after her consistently with your daily habits.” Alicia encourages women to redefine what is possible by picturing their strongest future selves and then aligning their daily habits with that vision. Consistency, she believes, grows from clarity. When asked what small step a woman can take today to start feeling stronger and more balanced in the year ahead, her answer is simple and direct. “Believe that the first half was just the warm up. The best is coming. Start lifting weights following a lifting program. She will feel incredibly empowered as she gets stronger. Fuel herself properly with nutritious food. Cut the alcohol and processed crud. Eat like you love yourself.” Women who want to learn more can connect with Alicia’s vibrant and growing community. She shares inspiration and insights on Instagram @aliciae, TikTok @aliciae6, her blog at themid life-maven.com, and through her app at aliciaericksonapp.com, which offers lifting programs and group coaching. For Alicia, midlife is not something to fear. It is a powerful new beginning. “This is just the beginning for us.” Glam by Alexis Michael HMUA alexismichaelhmua.com JANUARY 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / BE L L E V UE

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The college application process can be immensely stressful for both students and their families. A recent survey conducted by educational research firm EAB (eab.com) found that 48% of high school respondents said stress and anxiety overshadowed their college planning, and 52% reported feeling moderately to extremely concerned about their mental health. Stressors can include disagreement between parents and kids on prospective colleges, essay topics, and extra-curricular activities. Enter Rosy Zhong, founder of local consultancy Mirelle Education. One of Zhong’s roles is to facilitate communication within families to support the common goal of seeking the best education for each individual student. Parents know they can trust Zhong to have their kids’ best interests at heart, and students feel supported and benefit from mentorship as part of integrated college readiness. Just having her shoulder to lean on takes some of the weight off of clients. Zhong describes a student who struggled academically her junior year while navigating complex relationships with friends, her basketball coach, and a chemistry teacher. Working with Zhong, the client started opening up, initiating conversations with teachers and coaches for advice on how to improve. She grew through the challenges, gaining clarity in her goals and meriting a college recommendation letter from the chemistry teacher emphasizing her initiative and willingness to engage and

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REST “LUXURY IN A WELLNESS DRIVEN WORLD IS ABOUT CHOOSING THE THINGS THAT GENUINELY IMPROVE HOW YOU FEEL.”

Some places impress you. Hästens Bellevue restores you. The moment the door closes behind you, the space seems to breathe. It is quiet, grounded, and comfortably cool. Textures invite touch, the natural materials feel alive, and a sense of calm settles in almost instantly. It is not dramatic. It is deeply intentional. In a community that values both performance and wellbeing, Hästens Bellevue offers a rare refuge where restoration becomes a daily practice rather than a distant aspiration. CONTINUED >

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The sense of tranquility is no accident. It comes from a lineage that began in Köping, Sweden more than a century and a half ago, where Hästens beds are still crafted by hand with unwavering devotion. As showroom owners Greg, Mark, and Marcus explain, “The feeling of a Hästens bed begins long before you lie in it. In our workshop in Köping, about seventy miles west of Stockholm, every bed is made by hand using techniques passed from one generation of craftsmen to the next.” Their words reflect a philosophy rooted not in nostalgia but in the belief that mastery deepens over time, layer by layer, touch by touch. Walking through the showroom feels like stepping into that philosophy made visible. Beds appear almost sculptural in their simplicity, shaped from natural materials that whisper of the landscapes they come from. Wool, horsehair, cotton, and flax reveal themselves not through ornament but through presence. “Innovation for us is about improving the methods we already trust,” the team shares, and you feel that restraint in every model. Each bed is built with layered construction that allows the materials to move freely, creating subtle shifts and contours that meet the body rather than resist it. The sensation is unmistakable. “The result is a bed you sleep in, not on,” they offer, “and the natural layers work together to ease the pull of gravity and create a sense of weightlessness.” You understand this fully only when you sit down, then lie back. Air seems to circulate without effort. The structure feels supportive yet almost buoyant. Time slows just enough for you to notice the way your shoulders loosen and your breath lengthens. This is the gift of natural materials. “At Hästens, we work with natural materials because nothing supports the body the way nature does,” the team explains. Horsehair creates breathability, acting like millions of tiny springs that move air and lift moisture away. Wool gently balances temperature. Flax strengthens the bed’s foundation and softens the sensory environment with its quiet, calming presence. “Together, these materials create a naturally self regulating environment that supports the body’s rhythm,” they say, helping sleep unfold the way it was always meant to. CONTINUED >

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The approach feels especially aligned with Bellevue, where people pursue excellence yet remain deeply connected to wellness, nature, and intentional living. Here, rest is not simply a pause between obligations. It is a crucial part of showing up fully in work, family life, and adventure. “Luxury in a wellness driven world is often about choosing the things that genuinely improve how you feel,” the team reflects. In this context, a Hästens bed becomes less a purchase and more a commitment to the quality of your days. The process of choosing a bed at Hästens Bellevue mirrors that philosophy. Appointments take on an almost meditative tempo. Guests are encouraged to explore without hurry, to settle into the materials, to notice how their bodies respond when fully supported. Conversations often begin with a gentle reminder of the role sleep plays in our lives. “Once people understand that sleep is the place where the body restores itself, the importance of the environment around it becomes clearer,” the team says. The message is simple yet profound. “When you spend a third of your life in a space that truly supports rest, it influences how you wake up, how you think, and how you show up for the people around you.”

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There is a natural harmony in seeing Hästens open its doors in Bellevue. The city’s culture is rooted in intentional living, in excellence tempered with care, in the understanding that high performance requires deep restoration. As the team notes, “Bellevue is a place where people take both their work and their wellbeing seriously,” and Hästens meets that value with a promise both timeless and transformative. The new Hästens Bellevue showroom stands as both a retreat and an invitation. It encourages a slower kind of curiosity, one grounded in the sensory experience of natural fibers, the quiet sophistication of Scandinavian design, and the understanding that wellness begins with how we rest. Whether you are exploring the science of sleep, investing in long term wellbeing, or seeking a sanctuary within your own home, Hästens offers a path toward deeper restoration. To experience the difference of a Hästens bed, readers are invited to book a private appointment at the new Hästens Bellevue showroom through their website at hastens.com. You can also follow along for local events and inspiration at @hastens_bellevue.

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If there is one change you can make for your overall health, it is to drink more water! Our bodies need water. Water helps fuel every cell, tissue, and organ, keeps you hydrated, and helps with weight loss, healthy skin, bone health, and digestion. Take it to the next level and create infusion beverages by mixing and adding these ingredients to your water. Fruits, vegetables, and herbs are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. You will love the flavors and the added health benefits!

BLUEBERRY & ORANGE STRAWBERRY & ORANGE INFUSED WATER: INFUSED WATER: INGREDIENTS • 1 ½ cups of blueberries • ½ cup sliced thin orange rounds • 8 cups filtered water

INGREDIENTS • 1 ½ cups of diced strawberries • ½ cup sliced thin orange rounds • 8 cups filtered water

DIRECTIONS Pour ingredients into a pitcher. Refrigerate for 3 hours.

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ORANGE, LEMON & LIME INFUSED WATER: INGREDIENTS • ¼ cup sliced thin lemon rounds • ¼ cup sliced thin lime rounds • ½ cup sliced thin orange rounds • 8 cups filtered water

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DIRECTIONS Pour ingredients into a pitcher. Refrigerate for 3 hours.

CUCUMBER, LEMON, AND MINT INFUSED WATER: INGREDIENTS • 1 cup of sliced thin cucumber rounds • ½ cup sliced thin lemon or lime rounds • 10 mint leaves • 8 cups filtered water DIRECTIONS Pour ingredients into a pitcher. Refrigerate for 3 hours. Make it a healthy New Year!

• Blueberries: Low in sugar and high in antioxidants, blueberries are very nutrient-dense and contain fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and Manganese. They can help with bones, skin, and blood pressure health. • Cucumbers: Cucumbers are about 95 percent water, have antioxidants that help lower blood pressure, contain vitamin A and are high in vitamin K. • Lemon/limes: Both are high in vitamin C, an antioxidant, which can benefit your skin, blood pressure and immune system. • Mint leaves: Mint’s anti-inflammatory properties can help your digestion, fresh breath and are rich in nutrients and antioxidants. • Oranges: Loaded with vitamin C, which can help your skin and immune system. They are anti-inflammatory and have potassium which can help with blood pressure levels and calcium for healthy bones. • Strawberries: Are loaded with antioxidants, low in sugar, may help improve blood sugar and cholesterol, and inflammation. Strawberries are rich in phytochemicals, vitamin C, vitamin A and Potassium. Try these delicious and healthy recipes or choose your ingredients and create your own!

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Lake Chelan Winterfest Lake Chelan & Manson Join the winter spark at Lake Chelan Winterfest, held across two festive weekends in January in downtown Chelan and Manson. You’ll enjoy live ice-carving, Washington’s largest beach bonfire, unforgettable fireworks, local wine tastings, live music and cozy family fun. Whether you’re drawn to “Ice Weekend” or “Fire Weekend”, Winterfest delivers magical moments and winter adventure. For tickets and more info visit lakechelan.com/winterfest. JANUARY 19 TH

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Bellevue, WA Every January, we celebrate the life and legacy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We reflect on the lessons he imparted, the dreams he shared, and how we can continue to respond to his call to act in great love. Martin Luther King Day is observed on the third Monday of January, which is close to King's actual birthday on January 15. JANUARY 3 0 TH

Seattle Boat Show 2026 Lumen Field & Bell Harbor Marina 11:00 AM Explore two dazzling venues, indoors at the Lumen Field Event Center and afloat at the Bell Harbor Marina, on January 30th through February 7th, 2026. Discover hundreds of boats, thousands of marine accessories and free expert-led seminars. Whether you’re an experienced boater or simply curious, it’s your chance to dive into the Seattle water-life experience. Anchors away!

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