Synesthesia is scientifically described as a cross-wiring, or lack of chemical inhibition, between brain neurons that occurs in about five percent of the population, often among “creatives”–musicians, artists, actors, writers, and so on. Scientific research is currently being conducted throughout the world to discover more about this condition. However, experts in the fields of spirituality and quantum physics are convinced that the truth of synesthesia lies not only within traditional science, but also within the realm of the mystical and the ineffable.

Step into Maureen’s glittering alternate universe as she explores this fascinating subject, combining clear explanations of groundbreaking scientific research with an exploration of deeper spiritual truths.

Tasting the Universe explains and explores:

• * Why survivors of near-death experiences sometimes “return” with this amazing gift.
• * Why all infants are believed to be synesthetes until four months of age.
• * The experiences of famous synesthetes such as Itzhak Perlman, Billy Joel, Pharrell Williams, and Marilyn Monroe (whose biographer, Norman Mailer, first asserted that she possessed this gift).

For Maureen, synesthesia is not an idle “brain tick” that can be explained away by science (although it does offer some important clues), but a unique and ineffable ability to tap into and reveal a greater creative universe and even the divine.

Selena’s Crystal Balls is a fully illustrated children’s book that takes children on a journey of the chakras – the body’s energy realms that rule every aspect of life. Come on this journey to feel increased security, creativity, empowerment, love, communication, vision and joy. The story is designed to help children achieve balance, awareness and increased self-esteem by introducing them to imagery and colours related to chakra energy. The journey through the colours of the rainbow introduces children to the seven key aspects of life – security, creativity, empowerment, love, communication, vision and joy.

The story offers room for discussion about each essential aspect so that parents and children can connect in new and enriching dimensions. Parents, carers and teachers are invited to read the story aloud, illustrate their experiences in a journal, or use it as a bedtime meditation to send children off to a carefree sleep. By encouraging children to visualise aspects of their life relating to each chakra, parents are helping them achieve physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual balance in their lives. There is a section in the books for Parents, which includes tools and suggestions for different ways to heal and balance chakras – eg by using symbols, a Chakra-at-a-Glance guide and discussion topics.
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