Shivani Ranchod is an open book

What if the biggest challenges in healthcare, leadership, education and society aren't isolated problems, but interconnected systems waiting to be understood? In this episode of Open Books, Pamela Hellig sits down with Shivani Ranchod – actuary, emergent systems strategist, breathwork practitioner and educator – to explore the books that have shaped her thinking and the ideas influencing her work today. Together, they discuss systems thinking, healthcare innovation, leadership, emergent strategy, meditation, breathwork, AI, education, decolonisation, and the importance of returning to wholeness in both our personal and professional lives. Whether you're an actuary, healthcare professional, leader, educator or lifelong reader, this conversation offers fresh perspectives on complexity, creativity and building systems that truly serve people. Shivani's Book Picks Consolations by David Whyte Radical Wholeness by Philip Shepherd Emergent Strategy by Adrienne Maree Brown Fragrance After Rain by Jaiya John The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran Connect with Shivani LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivani-ranchod-circanow/ Substack: https://substack.com/@circanow Follow Insight LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insight-actuaries-&-consultants/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insight_za/ Website: https://www.insight.co.za/