Seattle entrepreneur Monika C. Mathews is the owner of QueenCare, a natural body care company in the Central District, and the CEO of nonprofit Life Enrichment Group, which provides academic as well as social and emotional support to youth of color across King County.
Where’s a good spot for me-time?
Courtesy Monika C. Mathews
I like to read, and Estelita’s Library (241 Martin Luther King Jr Way S) in South Seattle is a great place to find a small nook where you can be by yourself. It’s a community library and bookstore focused on social justice—there are lots of historical reference books, and I like the vibe of it. For art galleries, Arte Noir (2301 E Union Street, Suite H) has a serene environment, and I really love the artists they curate. The WOW Gallery (600 Pine St) in Pacific Place has themed healing rooms that provide space to connect with yourself. They serve as a gentle reminder of how beautiful it is when we love ourselves enough to look within. And, of course, I’m proud of The Spa House by QueenCare (3702 S Hudson St #103) in Columbia City, which features facials, massages, and foot and hand treatments for pampering.
Where can I go to connect with nature?
I love visiting Seward Park (5900 Lake Washington Blvd S) on Lake Washington. There’s a loop trail there with beautiful scenery; you can get your heart pumping by walking or biking the loop. It’s a really good place to reset.
How can I treat myself?
I love to fill my home with plants, so booSH nursery (2311 S Jackson St) is a favorite. For comfort food, I love Communion (2350 E Union St), and I’m also a big fan of the sports bar atmosphere at Rookies (3820 S Ferdinand St). They know to bring the spicy pecan salad out when they see me!
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