Meet the ‘wellness adviser' to India's billionaires
The billionaire mega-rich may already employ multiple chefs, a nutritionist, a stylist, a personal shopper or a personal trainer. Some also retain staff to fluff their pillows, wind up their expensive watches or carry designer handbags.
But in the pursuit of health, happiness and spirituality, Emily McBurnie is a consultant and psychic to many of India's wealthiest 1 per cent, as well as clients in the Middle East, the US and UK.
A teacher of yoga, breathing techniques and meditation based in Delhi, the Australian-born 'wellness and sustainability influencer' claims to have had three million views on LinkedIn. She flies around the world advising her clients, who include high-profile American politicians and world-famous pop stars.
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