Sil Lai Abrams is an empowerment specialist and Men’s Fitness magazine’s resident relationship expert.  Her first book, No More Drama: Nine Simple Steps to Transforming a Breakdown Into a Breakthrough was released by Sepia Press Publishing in October 2007.  No More Drama vividly illustrates the SEPIA process, a simple method of self-inquiry that empowers the reader to radically change their perspective one clear step at a time.  Artfully blending spiritual teachings with heart-wrenching personal stories, Sil Lai openly shares her personal experience with overcoming disempowerment issues such as addiction, domestic violence, and depression to illustrate a revolutionary approach to self-help. 

Prior to her career in writing, Sil Lai worked for several years as a fashion model for clients such as Valentino, Sears and JC Penney.  After working in the fashion industry for several years, she eventually made the career transition into entertainment industry related event planning.  Over the course of her event planning career, Sil Lai generated nearly $3 million in sales working with a variety of well-known clients, including Antonio "LA" Reid, Musiq Soulchild, Ashanti, Moet & Chandon and Virgin Records.

An insightful and engaging media personality, Sil Lai has made frequent appearances on ABC, BET, BETJ, and Court TV as an expert on relationships, depression and suicide.  Sil Lai is also a highly sought after public speaker and workshop facilitator.  The National Medical Association, Harvard College, Dress for Success, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness are just a few of the distinguished organizations that have used her public speaking services. 

In addition to her professional endeavors, Sil Lai actively works to empower young people.  She is a former Dade County Guardian Ad Litem and current mentor with The Children’s Aid Society P.I.N.S. Program.  Born in Hawaii and raised between Southern California and Central Florida, Sil Lai resides in Brooklyn, New York with her two children.