The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain

Written by Tara Swart, MD, PhD

Narrated by Tara Swart, MD, PhD

For the first time, a Neuroscientist and Senior Lecturer at MIT reveals the surprising science that supports The Law of Attraction as an effective tool for self-discovery and offers a guide to discovering your authentic self to access your best life now.

Self-help books like The Secret show us that if we can tap into “The Law of Attraction,” we have the power to change our destiny simply by reshaping our mind. Millions of people have used the ancient systems of manifestation and visualization to find health, success, love, friendship, wealth, and more. But does the “Law of Attraction” actually work? And more important, is this kind of life-changing philosophy within reach for everyone, even the most skeptical among us?

As Dr. Tara Swart, psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and Senior Lecturer at MIT shows us in The Source, if we can strip away our skepticism, these ancient tools of manifestation and visualization are fundamentally powerful and incredibly effective at freeing us of self-limiting behaviors and propelling us toward our truest, most authentic selves. Swart reveals how and why these systems actually work by offering the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience and behavioral psychology, including lessons in neuroplasticity, magneticism, emotional and logical thinking, and even hydration, self-care, and relaxation. Next, she describes her own journey from skeptic to believer, and guides readers through the scientific breakthroughs and personal revelations that changed her from an unhappy, close-minded, and disconnected woman wanting more from life, to a successful entrepreneur living with confidence, purpose, and joy.

The truth is, most of the things we want—health, happiness, wealth, love—are governed by our ability to think, feel, and act—in other words, by our brain. Dr. Swart combines the insights and inspiration of The Secret with the practical lessons of The Master Key System to help a new generation fulfill their dreams. The Source is a rigorous, proven toolkit for unlocking our minds—and reaching our fullest potential.

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: Oct 15, 2019
• ISBN: 9780062960177

Tara Swart, MD, PhD

Dr Tara Swart is a PhD neuroscientist and Oxford University trained medical doctor. She is Senior Advisor for Neuroscience and Leadership at MIT Sloan School of Management, best selling author of The Source, and a Trustee of the Lady Garden foundation. Tara is Chief Science Officer at Dirtea adaptogenic mushroom company, and the Mind Ambassador at Healf.com Her episode on the podcast Diary of a CEO is their highest performing episode of all time with 22 million views across all platforms. Tara is a passionate about empowering people through the intersection of science and spirituality.

Reviews for The Source

[Idris Abdi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book. Love it. Personal growth and health relationship

[Isie Akpan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The book the source was great inspiration and very educative. I have learned a lot from it. I will like to read it again to gain most insight and understanding.

[Gro · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved everything about this book! Heard about it on the Deliciously Ella podcast and understood that this is what I need right now and it surpassed my expectations! Highly recommended if you need to have some science behind why you should do all this mindfulness and positive thinking stuff!

[cataavila · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it inspiring book to understand that the power lies within you!

[Nisa Maris · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Clear and easy reading on the power of the brain. Loved the relatable case studies/stories and exercises. Great job Dr.Tara!

[ahama · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I liked it, it is very clear and also useful exercises

[Sarah Rachelle Beier · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent book for visualization practices. I appreciate how Dr Swart thinks neuroscience with manifesting practices.

[Tunde · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great reading. So happy to have come across this author while listening to slow Mo podcast. A really come back to book.
Highly recommended.

[Addy · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I give this 3 stars because I still found the book to be quite "just do this visualization exercise, commit to it, and you'll see results." The science is good backing source for knowledge and the book is well-written, and well-narrated.