Tasting the world’s first black turmeric latte from Shunya India
This week, I attended an event “What’s Brewing in the Himalayas,” hosted by Consulate General of India in Toronto featuring a tasting of organic, herbal, caffeine-free beverages from Shunya India, an India-based company located in the foothills of the Himalayas. The company’s products are soon to be launched in Canada.
Consul General Apoorva Srivastava
Tasting of Shunya India’s beverages
Shunya India’s products are based on ancient Ayurveda medicine and all their herbs are mountain-harvested and organic. Many of the farmers are women.
We tasted four of Shunya India’s products, including the world’s first black turmeric latte. Black turmeric is known to have medicinal properties such as gut health and pain relief
“The name ‘Shunya’ is an ode to fresh beginnings, the immense potential, awareness, energy, and transformative powers that are associated with Shunyatha or Nothingness, from which wondrous creations are born.”
Tasting the world’s first black turmeric latte (the yellow beverage in the cup)
Another product, Himalayan Ashwagandha, has the ingredient Ashwagandha, which is anti-inflammatory and supports your immunity.
My favourite product of the ones we tried is the Damask Rose, a healthy alternative to tea and coffee. I drink a lot of tea and need to stop.
A take-away gift from Shunya India for all guests
An interesting fact about this company is many of the farmers are women who work hard to grow and harvest the herbs used to make these products.
Also attending the event was an Ayurvedic medicine expert from India, Dr. Tanuja Mano J. Nesari, who talked briefly about the health benefits of black turmeric and ashwagandha, as well as Ayruveda in general. There were also executives from Canada India Foundation in attendance.
Toronto-based Ravi Kumar, Eximpro, who imports Shunya India in Canada
Representatives from the Consulate General of India in Toronto and Canada India Foundation
I appreciate my friends at the Consulate General of India in Toronto. Meet Ratna.
Dr. Tanuja Mano J. Nesari, an expert and professor of Ayurveda at the University of Delhi
Lastly, we also said farewell to Consul General, Apoorva Srivastava, who is leaving for her new post in Slovakia.
I am inspired to learn more about the herbs and the ancient Indian medical system, Ayurveda. It is a natural approach to physical and mental health. I really enjoyed these and I will incorporate into my daily life.
Shunyal India is imported in Canada by Eximpro, specialists in international trade and trade services.
Shannon Skinner is an award-winning inspirational writer, broadcaster and speaker, writing about travel, wellness and wine.
Comedian Judy Croon on finding more laughter to boost the immune system
Judy Croon is a comedian, motivational speaker (including Ted Talks), radio host, Second City stand up coach and author.
She has worked with many celebrities including; John Cleese, Jon Stewart and Joan Rivers. Her specials have appeared on NBC, CBS, CTV and The Comedy Network. She is a co-author of the book, ‘From the Stage to the Page: Life Lessons from Four Funny Ladies!”
Judy is also involved in a number of charitable causes, and as a dog lover, she dedicates a lot of time to helping dogs. She is based in Toronto.
Judy Croon inspires me. She is confident and poised. She has had done a number of cool things with cool people in her long career. She makes me laugh. Of course she does: she’s a comedian. But more than that, she is a powerful storyteller.
“Humour is a gift.” – Judy Croon
I interviewed Judy recently on Twitter Spaces, Twitter’s new live audio broadcasting feature, last month and she filled the space with laughter and wisdom. I had first met Judy when I had interviewed her years ago on Extraordinary Women TV. She had me in stitches, so to speak. We then stayed in touch on Facebook.
When my beloved Old English Sheepdog, Bob, passed away, and I was in acute grief, Judy reached out to me. It was at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and the beginning of what would become a challenging time for so many. Her kindness touched me.
But above all, Judy delivers an inspiring message for all to hear: Humour is a gift that can take us through hard times.
Studies show that laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter releases endorphins and serotonin.
Here are Judy’s top tips to help you find more laughter in your day:
- Find purpose. For Judy, it’s been her charity work.
- Get into the right brain: Watch funny videos, shows, Jerry Sienfeld jokes, Chris Rock, funny people, memes.
“Humour helps us move forward and get out of the grief.”
It also helps us make sense of the unknown.
“Stress is a major cause of most illnesses, and humour is an amazing way to relieve it. Studies have shown that when we are stressed, our brain shrinks. However, when we laugh, we relax; and when we relax, we learn. Humour helps to fight stress and keep a positive attitude -especially, in the face of change. Humour helps us lead healthier, happier and perhaps, even longer lives.” – Judy Croon
[Interview date: May 13, 2021]
*photo courtesy of Judy Croon
Shannon Skinner is an award-winning author, international speaker, broadcaster and travel writer. Watch Shannon’s interviews with Extraordinary Women at www.ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com.
3 lessons menopause has taught me
Shannon’s Sunday Stories is a series of personal reflections and musings.
I didn’t know that menopause was going to be so hard.
Since I was a girl, I’ve read about the changes to a woman’s body as she goes through menopause and it always seemed like a mystery. As an adult, over the years, I’ve interviewed some experts on the topic. On a personal level, I’ve talked to many women who have gone through this phase in life.
All of it had not prepared me for my own journey through it.
Menopause derives from the Greek menos, meaning month, and pause, meaning to cease. Therefore, menopause means the “monthly (period) stops.”
But for some women, it is not just her period that stops. It may also be a more general pause in life.
During the menopause stage (perimenopause and menopause), when a significant drop in estrogen hormone levels occurs, the changes for me have been both gradual and overwhelming. Women generally complain about experiencing the same symptoms, ranging from body shape changes, weight gain (oyvay), brain fog, fatigue, irritability, night sweats, hot flashes, skin dryness and loss of elasticity, among others.
I can relate. As my body was changing, I clued in too late that adjusting my diet was necessary: I had already put on weight. Then began the difficult uphill battle of taking it off.
The loss of estrogen is also the loss of the fountain of youth. Part of that experience is grief: we are grieving the loss of our youth. So menopause is also a journey of grief.
The biggest change for me, though, is how I view myself. With all of these changes to my body, I had a dip in confidence and began to feel invisible. My inner voice became increasingly more critical of myself. Today, the idea of me as a woman in mid-life getting into a swimsuit does not exactly thrill me.
Menopause requires a shift in thinking. And, really, this is just part of the aging process.
From an early age, I heard comments about my looks, as most girls do, such as “you look pretty.” A focus on my looks would only continue from adolescence and throughout adult years. So many girls learn to put their self-worth into their physical appearance, as I did, because that is what society encourages. But what happens when you have lost your fountain of youth?
Some women have told me the symptoms get better after about three years of the post-menopausal stage. There’s always room for optimism, right?
3 Lessons menopause has taught me:
1). Find gratitude: by finding all the benefits that menopause brings, you can experience the changes with a more balanced view. An attitude of gratitude goes a long way.
2). Discover wisdom: you are worthy of love and your self-worth is not tied to your looks. Nothing is ever lost, energy just transforms. So find the new form of “youth” in your life. Someone, somewhere sees you as youthful. Look to see if there is at least one area of your life you have abundant vitality and vibrancy.
3). Embrace change: continue to do what is best for your body, mind and soul; and do what you can to slow down the aging process, while at the same time embracing the change and changing your perception about it. Maybe it is time to make some new conscious changes. For example, if you have always wanted to straighten your teeth, now might be a good time to do so. Or changing the colour of your hair or stopping the colour dying once and for all. Or maybe it’s changing your wardrobe to reflect a new you.
Shannon Skinner is a TV/radio host, speaker, author and writer. Watch her interviews at www.ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com.
Atmantan Wellness Resort, Pune, India: review
It is late at night, it’s hot and rain is hammering our private coach as we wind up the hilly road of the Sahyadri mountains in Mulshi, a hill station in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is June, the rainy season in India, and my first experience of a monsoon. The windows are so saturated with rain I can barely make out the trees in the darkness along the side of the road. One of the passengers is playing music, softly.
So to say I am relieved when we see the warming lights of the Atmantan Wellness Resort property would be an understatement. A staff member meets our coach to welcome us and direct us to check-in. It has been a long day of touring yoga ashrams and academies in the Pune area, after a day of attending International Yoga Day in Delhi, and I am looking forward to visiting one of the top luxury resorts in India.
Atmantan is an award-winning luxury, wellness resort that sits on a hill in the Sahyadri mountains of the Western Ghats range overlooking Mulshi Lake. Approximately 40 kms from the city of Pune, the resort spans 42 acres and is located in the Mulshi hill station (hill station is a quaint term for the holiday destinations in or near the mountains).
Atmantan:
Atma = soul | mana = mind | tann = body
For any traveller seeking personal wellness transformation, Atmantan has wellness offerings that are holistic, integrated and can be tailored to the individual. Their wellness offering include: detox, relax and rejuvenation with Ayurvedic Panchkarma, treating conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, improving cardio and overall fitness, weight loss, pain management, rehab, emotional wellness programs, and more.
Founded by Nikhil Kapur, a former ironman tri-athlete, and his wife, Sharmilee Agrawal Kapur, a pranic healing practitioner, the couple dreamed of creating a holistic spa resort, with a focus on mind-body-spirit. In 2016, their dream became a reality. It is a stunning property.
After checking-in, an employee drives me in a golf cart to my room, only to later return, thankfully, to hand me my passport that I forget at the check-in counter. It is too late to eat anything, so I shower and snuggle into bed. My room is luxurious, the air conditioning is welcoming and the bed is super comfortable. The rain doesn’t let up all night.
When I wake in the morning, the rain has stopped. I step out onto my private terrace and inhale the view of the mountains — and exhale joy. It is serene. The early morning fog is lifting off the mountains. The colours in nature are deep and vivid from the monsoon. It is so quiet I can hear my heart beating.
Breakfast is delightful. The food is fresh with plenty of healthy choices – and the main restaurant’s view of the mountains and lake is awesome. I am joined by a local gentleman, looking mighty fit, who tells me, at 80 years of age, he comes here regularly for the fitness and wellness programs. He takes me for a walk through the sprawling property to show me a big Buddha sculpture in a garden next to the lake.
Finally, I meet my group at our bus and we leave for a day of touring more yoga ashrams. When we return late in the evening, the restaurant is officially closed, but the staff has prepared ahead of time a delicous buffet of healthy Indian fare for us, served in the cool Chantara room. In the morning, I tour the state-of-the-art wellness centre and fabulous spa facilities before we have to depart for the airport in Mumbai. I only wish I could stay longer and most definitely would come back.
If you go….
Getting there? You can reach Atmantan by road or air. I flew from Toronto to Delhi for a short stay and then flew with a group from Delhi to Pune via Air India (2 hours). From Pune, we were driven by private coach to the resort (2 hrs). For guests, private helicopter service and chauffeur-driven vehicles are available. Nearest airports are Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (approx. 175 km/3.5 hrs) and Pune Airport (approx. 60 km/2 hrs).
DETAILS:
Price From: $ 220-280+ Cdn (pax). Inquire about rates and specials. Includes breakfast and access to facilities.
Who Goes? It is a one-of-a-kind in India, so it attracts locals, as well as international guests; business travellers, couples, singles and families (adult only; young children under 14 yrs. not allowed).
Style/Character: A luxury hotel resort, 5-star, modern, with mountains and lake views.
Service/Staff: Good service. Courteous, helpful and professional staff, who will gladly taxi guests around in golf carts. The food in the restaurant was delicious.
Rooms: 106 rooms and villas; all contemporary, luxurious and comfortable. All rooms (range from standard to suites) have a balcony or terrace, and offer lovely views of the mountains and lake. Includes large, bright bathrooms with bathrobe and aromatherapy products, free WiFi in the rooms, air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, fridge, and a flat screen/satellite TV. All rooms non-smoking. Of special note, the exclusive, luxury Mango Tree Villa (140 sq. meters) features a private infinity pool, fitness studio, massage room, sauna, outdoor rainfall shower, walk-in wardrobes and pagoda, with breath-taking views.
Food/Drink: There are 3 food and beverage venues. Main restaurant is Vistara (“spectacular view”), bbq lounge Chantara (“moon and stars” in Sanskrit) for relaxed evenings with music and interactive dining experiences, and bistro Té-Jus (juice bar), with a 360° panoramic view. For meals, Atmantan takes a farm-to-table approach for their “spa cuisine” by using fresh ingredients and organic produce to make meals that are a fusion of Asian, Ayurvedic, macrobiotic and Mediterranean healthy dishes; and excluding refined flour, sugar and dairy. Any dietary need can be met, including gluten-free, sugar-free and vegan, etc.
Amenities. The wellness and spa centre — over 60,000 square feet of wellness facility — is run by an Ayurveda doctor, and has several doctors and therapists available, and 23 treatment rooms. Fitness centre with everything from spinning to yoga to zumba and meditation – and mini-golf. There is a chemical-free indoor and outdoor saltwater swimming pool; business centre and conference centre. Lovely garden and walking paths.
Women traveling solo-friendly: Yes.
Family-friendly: Adult only. Children from 14 years and older are welcomed; children are not allowed in the wellness centre.
Disabled Access: TBD
Pet-Friendly: TBD
Local shopping: Not a shopping destination. Consider Pune or Mumbai for shopping.
What not to miss: the Buddha statue in the garden.
Nightlife: If you are seeking an exciting nightlife, you will need to find another spot.
Value for Money: At a minimum room cost of approximately $ 220 Cdn, you get excellent services, luxurious comfort, spa and fitness services, in a new and unique facility, and a peaceful setting with a breathtaking view.
Reservations: http://reservations@atmantan.com
Location: In the Mulshi hill station, 170 km from Mumbai and 60 km from Pune, and close to Lonavala. Address: Palse Vasti, Mulshi Taluka, Pune 412108 India | +91 20 66766666
Resources: India Tourism.
I was a guest of Atmantan Hotel and India Tourism. Opinions are my own.
Shannon Skinner is an award-winning broadcaster, international speaker, author and travel writer. Tweet to her at @Shannon_Skinner.
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Travel Tips: How to fit in exercise while travelling for business
Travelling for business can take its toll on the body, depending on how much of it you have to do. When on the road, we eat differently, we usually don’t get enough sleep and we are focussed on the reasons for the business trip – work. It is important to get in at least some exercise to maintain health.
While I’ve written on the subject in the past, here are some of the things I do that make spark ideas for you.
- What to take with you:
Before you go, think through the kind of exercise clothing you need, such as yoga pants, running shoes, baseball cap, sweatshirt, swimsuit, etc. Be sure to pack clothes made of fabrics that are quick-drying (not cotton). Also, consider packing items such as resistance bands, which take up virtually no room in your bag, and a yoga mat, if that’s your thing.
- Keep moving your body:
Use stairs rather than the elevator where possible. Walk around the airport and look in the shops, even if you don’t intend on buying anything, rather than sitting the entire time you are there. Use your hotel’s gym or fitness centre, swimming pool. Doing yoga or push ups can be easily done on your hotel room floor. If you didn’t’ bring your yoga mat, use a hotel towel on the floor instead.
- Set the intention for health from the get-go:
As soon as you get to your destination or hotel, plan to do something to get your body moving, whether it is a swim, workout in the gym, run, or a leisurely walk around the property. It is important to set your intention. You might be tempted to relax, but if you can, do something physical, which will burn calories, aid in digestion and possibly help with jet lag, and ultimately have a good night’s sleep and prepare you for the day ahead.
Whether travelling for business or pleasure, we can still maintain our daily, regular healthy habits if we plan and prepare for it before hitting the road.
Shannon Skinner is the host/creator of ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com, radio host, international speaker, author and travel writer. Watch her interviews at ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com.
Travel tips for vegetarians
For 30 years now, I have been a vegetarian, which, without getting into rigid labels, I simply define as someone who does not eat meat. I’m often asked how I manage when travelling around the world. For the most part, I usually do not have any problems, or I find a way to get by.
Vegetarian delights in the state of Assam, northeast India
Some destinations are heavy meat-eating cultures and that means eating in a restaurant can be tricky. In Canada, where 4 per cent of the population is vegetarian/vegan, you do not have to look any further than our own backyard of beef-province, Alberta (where my family lives) and its influence on menu items. Or Texas in the United States.
Internationally, India is a paradise for vegetarians. Having travelled there twice last year, I had no issues finding vegetarian fare, mostly because a good portion (30 to 40 per cent) of the country is vegetarian due to cultural and religious traditions. If you ask me, Indian food is the most flavourful food on the planet.
But not all nations are so accommodating to non-meat eaters. Some years ago, I visited Prague and, at the time, finding fresh vegetables and salads proved to be a challenge (the Czech Republic has one of the lowest percentages of vegetarians at 1.5 per cent of the population). The solution to my problem was a Chinese food restaurant, which made a delicious stir-fry that I ate several nights in a row (hey, you do what you need to do).
In Morocco, the cuisine is heavily meat-based, but I discovered tasty alternatives. In Thailand, the chicken never looked like chicken, so thankfully I was able to give it a pass.
In some cultures, some amount of meat is tossed into most dishes, such as Italian pasta sauces. Or vegetables are generally cooked in meat or fish broth, like in parts of Asia. And in other countries, meat and seafood is a separate dish from vegetables and grains. In Switzerland, I found it impossible to go without trying the cheeses, simply because they are Swiss.
Here are 5 tips for vegetarians (and vegans) when on the road:
1. Start with good communication: Learn to say “I am a vegetarian” or “I do not eat meat” in the language of the country you are visiting. This helps the wait staff understand what your requirements are, so you don’t mistakenly order a dish that could have meat in it. Not only does it facilitate understanding, it is being respectful of the staff.
2. Research and plan in advance: You can always research local restaurants that cater to vegetarians or at least have some meatless dishes. A quick Google ought to do the trick. There are also some apps that might be useful, such as FoodSpotting.
3. Pack protein snacks in your bag: As a vegetarian on the road, eliminating meat is one thing, but finding protein substitutions can sometimes be even more challenging. Pack nuts, and protein bars and powders, into your day bag to ensure you have enough protein in your diet while away.
4. Stay in a self-catering place: Having your own kitchen away from home helps you better control what you are eating. And it does not matter what your diet restrictions or preferences are, whether you are vegan, gluten-free, have food allergies, or a health nut.
5. Pre-arrange meals or take a packed lunch – If you are on a road trip, or taking daily excursions, pick up pre-packed foods and pack a lunch. Also ask your hotel’s restaurant the night before your day excursions if you can pre-arrange a packed lunch.
If you are a vegetarian or vegan who travels the world, I would love to hear what your tips are. Tweet to me at @Shannon_Skinner or leave a comment below.
Love,
Shannon
Shannon Skinner is a Toronto-based, award-winning television and radio show host and producer, international speaker, author and creator of ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com. Her passion is to travel the world and write about it. Tweet to her at @Shannon_Skinner.
Take a digital detox to re-connect with your heart
I was reflecting this weekend on how much time I spend looking at a screen these days. Our addictions to computer screens, and getting our information and entertainment anytime, anywhere, is taking a toll on us. I know it is on me – my neck is paying the price.
Long are the days when I would sit for hours with paper and pen. I feel the need to type away on a laptop instead and that way I can save my work. But sometimes I wonder if I would feel more connected to what I am writing if it was just me, my pen and a pad a paper.
As well, I read far more online now than ever. An avid reader, my reading has changed from getting through a focused pile of books to now digger deeper and deeper into rabbit holes of the internet on a much broader range of topics.
We, as a whole, spend far too much time looking at screens. It affects our eyesight, posture, health, and it keeps us away from spending time with loved ones and the people who matter most. I have chronic neck pain, which is bad for me, great for my chiro. Computers and personal devices especially, can be surrogates replacing human interaction. Creating, surfing the web, reading the news, checking in on Facebook, posting Tweets, checking email and texts…it doesn’t stop.
I remember traveling to LA and leaving my cell phone behind. I was an a bit of a panic, even if I also knew the world would go on. For the past few years, I’ve taken my phone with me everywhere I go, even feeling the need to have it with me at the dog park. Really, the dog park.
Spending too much time on our devices can also take us away from our own hearts, preventing us from listening to the inner voice, the wisdom inside that whispers to us our greatest desires.
I am planning to take a digital detox. As I write this, a bit of anxiety pops up. My inner voice says: what about emails? What about Facebook? How am I going to get my news?
I will survive. It very well be the best thing I’ve done for myself in a long while.
If you are planning to do a digital detox, here is an article in Forbes that may be of interest on how to do it.
Have you taken a digital detox? What has been your experience? I would love to hear from you. Tweet to me at @Shannon_Skinner or leave a comment below.
Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live: Dr. Joan Borysenko and Monika Burwise on ancient wisdom, healing
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TORONTO, June 23, 2015 — Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live radio show, host Shannon Skinner speaks with world-renowned expert in the mind-body connection, Dr. Joan Borysenko; and Monika Burwise, author and co-founder, Global Awakening Institute, about ancient wisdom and healing. Tune-in to VoiceAmerica Women tonight at 7pm EST/ 4PM Pacific.
Shannon Skinner Live is a weekly radio show that uncovers the stories and solutions to living an extraordinary life and making this world a better place. It features interviews with experts, visionaries and activists, and more.
About Dr. Joan Borysenko:
Dr. Joan Borysenko is a pioneer in integrative medicine and world-renowned expert in the mind/body connection. Her work has been foundational in a global health-care revolution that recognizes the role of meaning, and spirituality, as a part of health and healing.
Harvard Medical School educated, Dr. Borysenko is the author of the New York Times best-seller, Minding the Body, Mending the Mind. She is also the author or co-author of 13 other books, including her latest book, The Plant Plus Diet Solution. She is the Founding Partner of Mind/Body Health Sciences, located in Boulder, Colorado. She lives in New Mexico.
About Monika Burwise:
Monika Burwise, is the co-founder of Global Awakening Institute and world-leading expert in the fields of psycho-dynamics, personal empowerment and spiritual evolution. She is the author of Knock, Knock, Who is There?: In Search of the Holy Grail. She is based in Toronto.
About Shannon Skinner:
Shannon Skinner is a Canadian television talk show host, speaker and writer. In 2010, she launched Shannon Skinner’s Extraordinary Women TV, the first-of-its-kind, as a live web TV show, and later developed it into an broadcast television show and online platform that is the ultimate online life-guidance resource for women. She is the author of the Whispering Heart: Your Inner Guide to Creativity; and she writes on a range of topics, including creativity, inspiration, feminine leadership, change and travel.
Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live: anti-aging secrets with beauty expert Vian Sharef
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TORONTO, June 16, 2015 — Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live radio show, host Shannon speaks with beauty expert and owner of Toronto-based Dermedix Laser Clinic, Vian Sharef, about beauty and anti-aging secrets. Tune-in to VoiceAmerica Women at 7pm EST/ 4PM Pacific.
Vian Sharef, owner, Dermedix Laser Clinic
Shannon Skinner Live is a weekly radio show that uncovers the stories and solutions to living an extraordinary life and making this world a better place. It features interviews with experts, visionaries and activists, and more.
About Vian Sharef:
Vian Sharef is a single mother, beauty expert and the founder and owner of Dermedix Laser Clinic, based in Toronto. Born and raised in Iraq, Vian came to Canada as a teenager with her family, after living in a refugee camp for 3 years in Turkey. She would eventually achieve a successful career in the financial services industry – and get married. Later, in 2008, life would have its challenges again. Vian lost her father, job and her marriage disintegrated within 6 months, and, as a single mother to a young daughter, she made the decision to go back to school to study medical aesthetics. Today, she is a successful businesswoman and has helped thousands of women and girls look and feel their best.
About Shannon Skinner:
Shannon Skinner is a Canadian television talk show host, speaker and writer. In 2010, she launched Shannon Skinner’s Extraordinary Women TV, the first of its kind, as a live web TV show, and later developed it into an broadcast television show and online platform that is the ultimate online life-guidance resource for women. She is the author of the Whispering Heart: Your Inner Guide to Creativity; and she writes on a range of topics, including creativity, inspiration, feminine leadership, change and travel.
Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live: Rev. Darcelle Runciman and Reeti Mishra on VoiceAmerica Women
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TORONTO, June 9, 2015 — Tonight on Shannon Skinner Live radio show, host Shannon speaks with guests Rev. Darcelle Runciman, ordained minister, founder of Infinity Centre wellness retreat, and magazine publisher, about Metaphysics and healing. And Reeti Mishra, born and raised in India, who now lives in Toronto with her husband, about life as a diplomat and living in many place around the world, Hinduism, and why forgiveness is something we all need to practice. Tune-in to VoiceAmerica Women at 7pm EST/ 4PM Pacific.
Shannon Skinner Live is a weekly radio show that features interviews with experts, visionaries and activists, dedicated to helping people live their magnificent lives and making this world a better place.
About Rev. Darcelle Runciman: Rev. Darcelle Runciman is an ordained minister with a degree in Metaphysics, and founder of The Infinity Centre, a wellness and spiritual retreat centre, based in Stirling, Ontario. She is also a spiritual and business coach, and publisher of Infinity Magazine, a publication for spiritually-connected individuals, travellers and businesses.
About Reeti Mishra: Reeti Mishra is a motivational speaker, educator, writer, poet and president of the Consular Spouses Association in Toronto. She is actively involved in various community services as a member of diplomatic and consular organization in many countries. She is passionate about yoga and spirituality, speaks 5 languages, and has traveled and lived in Peru, Italy, Nepal, US, Afghanistan, Tanzania and Canada – where she is based.
Shannon Skinner is a Canadian television talk show host, speaker and writer. In 2010, she launched Shannon Skinner’s Extraordinary Women TV, the first of its kind, as a live web TV show, and later developed it into an broadcast television show and online platform that is the ultimate online life-guidance resource for women. She is the author of the Whispering Heart: Your Inner Guide to Creativity; and she writes on a range of topics, including creativity, inspiration, feminine leadership, change, lifestyle and travel.
