Author: Adrilia

I’ve just experienced one of the best theater surprises of my life.  I was told we were “going to the city for an activity.” We drove into Chicago.  I didn’t recognize the area. We parked on an alley.  We walked a...

I just recently returned from another trip to Mexico. This time, the lessons of the trip were around resonance, healing and community. It is true that there’s always a tradeoff — Mexico is Mexico, ancient, dusty, rustic, with its water challenges and its raw environments. But also, Mexico is Mexico with its delicious fruits, art and architecture and especially its beautiful, warm, service-oriented people.

One of the intangibles in my training work is the need to bring people to a place of wellbeing before asking them to learn something new. With some, this involves learning about empathy and respect for their colleagues and...

          To be Known   To be a Voice,   a Color,   a Rhythm,   a Catalyst,   a Perspective.     To help Build.   To Inspire.   Why I Blog.   [Turn up your volume:]   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTQfERb9HVk...

Job losses, demotions and the economy are forcing people to earn money doing things they aren’t passionate about, not in their skill set, not even in their field. Is it possible to succeed when you find yourself doing work you...