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Kind, enthusiastic, energetic and humble…
Chit-Chat Shannon Fernando
Her advocacy, she says, is raising her voice against child abuse and helping children and adults overcome mental health issues, like depression and anxiety.
1. How would you describe yourself?
Well, I would say I’m a kind, enthusiastic, energetic and a humble person. And, let me add that I’m also a huge animal lover. I love all animals, including birds. I have adopted a dog and a cat and, in fact, I become a mother to the homeless and hungry animals.
2. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Let’s say I would learn to have more boundaries in my life.
3. If you could change one thing about your family, what would it be?
More free time for my family so that we can have a vacation together.
4. School?
I studied at Lyceum International and I took part in almost all the extracurricular activities, like athletics, swimming and dancing. I was very shy during my school days but…not anymore!
5. Happiest moment?
I have had many in my life, but the happiest moment was the day of my aviation graduation where I became an official cabin crew member for SriLankan Airlines. It was my childhood dream.
6. What is your idea of perfect happiness?
My idea of perfect happiness is celebrating Christmas one day, with a family of my own…a caring husband, and beautiful kids. At the end of the day, all you need is love and affection, and a loving home to come to after a long day at work.
7. Are you religious?
I am religious. I’m a Roman Catholic. I believe in Jesus and he’s my first love. And the reason I’m what I’m today is because of Jesus. But I believe and respect every other religion because every religion teaches us to be kind and walk in love.
8. Are you superstitious?
No, I’m not. However, I believe in manifestation. I believe in the law of attraction and universe is aligned with us.
9. Your ideal guy?
My ideal guy would be handsome, caring, kind, understanding and patient, who will take care of me till the end.
10. Which living person do you most admire?
The living person I admire the most is my mother. She’s the one who believes and never gives up on me. She always has my back.
11. Which is your most treasured possession?
My treasured possession is my kind heart. No matter how cruel people had been to me, I have never changed myself. Kindness can heal anyone.
12. If you were marooned on a desert island, who would you like as your companion?
If I was marooned in a desert island I would like to have my sister, Kiara, as my companion…and she is my only sister.
13. Your most embarrassing moment?
I don’t have any embarrassing moments. However, I used to be a very shy and timid girl back in the days, but now I’m so confident…with all the challenges and experience I have faced in life.
14. Done anything daring?
I gave this question much thought but nothing came to mind!
15. Your ideal vacation?
My ideal vacation is a trip upcountry, spend at least three to four days with my best friends and have a good time.
16. What kind of music are you into?
I listen to all pop songs, and my favourite artiste is Taylor swift.
17. Favourite radio station:
Sun FM as I enjoy the music they dish out to listeners.
18. Favourite TV station:
I don’t have much free time to watch TV. However, my all day favourite TV series is ‘Friends’. I have watched all 10 seasons a million times and I still don’t get fed up watching ‘Friends’. I would say it’s the most hilarious TV show ever.
19 What would you like to be born as in your next life?
I don’t believe in after life because I’m a Catholic.
20. Any major plans for the future?
Nothing major but I want to do well in my career as cabin crew; do part time modelling, and take part in TV commercials and movies. I will also participate in upcoming pageants because I don’t want to give up on my dreams. And I want to build a community to help children who are going through child abuse and children and adults who are having mental health difficulties.