Employee Spotlight 🌟
Last week, Ali Padilla faced a tough situation that required juggling both work and personal demands. Ali embodied one of our core values, Integrity, by being transparent and professional and making sure her responsibilities and well-being were respected. We’re so glad to have her on the team!
A Little About Ali:
Can you share any hobbies or passions outside of work, which could include family-related activities or personal goals?
“As much as I love working; or spending time with my kids watching Disney movies & being active in my own recovery…I truly like to focus on self care, which comes in many forms, like going to the beach and diving in the waves to calm myself (cold plunge), which gives me a sense of peace and it's my favorite form of meditation. On top of that, my kids love the beach and water just as much as I do, which makes it even more special to enjoy together.
Also, I have always been deeply passionate about all forms of art and that is why I spend copious amounts of time reading and writing poetry! I would go as far as saying that poetry has a special place in my heart; I started writing when I was young, as a form of coping with stress and I’ve learned to enjoy it more and more as the years have gone by.
My goals are to figure out where I want to pursue my CDAC or even become an RN, so I can continue growing within this company and providing for my family.”
Hidden Talent:
“I think a hidden talent I possess is that I’m great at kendama! I’ve also been involved with flow arts since 2016, I first spun fire for the first time in 2017, my strong suit is the poi and staff, which is why my dream vacation would be to go to Hawaii as they are known to have highly skilled performances with fire dancing.”
Inspiring Quote from Ali:
“What I love most about working at Asana Recovery, and in the recovery field, is that we’re here because we genuinely care. We create a safe, relatable space where patients can grow and reintegrate back into society.
Whether it’s a small step or a big breakthrough, witnessing progress reminds me of the power of human connection and compassion. Seeing the light return in someone’s eyes is truly beautiful.”
Connecting Personal Passion to Asana Recovery’s Core Values
Ali’s passion for human connection, compassion, and personal growth reflects the very essence of Asana Recovery’s core values. Just as Ali finds meaning in supporting patients’ journeys, Asana Recovery is built on a foundation of care, teamwork, and trust. Our values shape how we work, interact, and make decisions, creating an environment where both patients and staff can thrive and grow together.
Trivia Question:
What is the term used to describe the practice of managing both professional responsibilities and personal well-being in a way that reduces stress and prevents burnout?
The first person to email the correct answer to david@asanarecovery.com will win a $25 DoorDash gift card!
Awesome. Very interesting stuff, was unaware that she had so many passions and skill.