Living in a Mindful Universe

A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Heart of Consciousness

By: Eben Alexander MD, Karen Newell

Narrated by: Eben Alexander MD, Karen Newell

Dr. Eben Alexander, author of international phenomenon Proof of Heaven, shares the next phase of his journey to understand the true nature of consciousness and how to cultivate a state of harmony with the universe and our higher purpose.

In 2008, Dr. Eben Alexander's brain was severely damaged by a devastating case of bacterial meningitis, and he lapsed into a weeklong coma. It was almost certainly a death sentence, but Dr. Alexander miraculously survived and brought back with him an astounding story. During those seven days in coma, he was plunged into the deepest realms of consciousness, and came to understand profound truths about the universe we inhabit. What he learned changed everything he knew about the brain, mind, and consciousness and drove him to ask a question confounding the entire scientific community: How do you explain the origins of consciousness if it is not a byproduct of the brain? His challenge relates to a revolutionary shift now underway within our modern scientific understanding. Ultimately, direct experience is key to fully understanding how we are all connected through the binding force of unconditional love and its unlimited power to heal.

In Living in a Mindful Universe, the New York Times bestselling author of Proof of Heaven and The Map of Heaven shares his insights into the true nature of consciousness. Embracing his radically new worldview, he began a committed program of personal exploration into non-local consciousness. Along the way, he met Karen Newell, who had spent most of her lifetime living the worldview he had only just discovered was possible. Her personal knowledge came from testing various techniques and theories as part of her daily routine. With Living in a Mindful Universe, they share techniques that can be used to tap into our greater mind, explore how the power of the heart, and discuss how both can enhance healing, relationships, creativity, guidance, and more. Using various modalities related to meditation and mindfulness described herein, you too can gain the power to access that infinite source of knowing so vital to us all.

©2017 Eben Alexander, MD and Karen Newell (P)2017 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved, under license from Rodale Inc. All rights reserved. Portal and Lightbody by Kevin Kossi used with permission from Sacred Acoustics LLC. All rights reserved.

Beautiful!

I thoroughly enjoyed the ease of flow with which this was written as well as the inclusion of science with spirit. This is one of those books well worth repeated reading or listening. A huge thank you to Eben and Karen for sharing your work.

Great to read after finishing proof of heaven

It's awesome to hear about Dr Even Alexanders spiritual growth after his near death experience.

GREAT BOOK! I also experienced a NDE!

I had a NDE experience and was also a study subject with Bruce Greyson. I found the neurological opinion and great detail on the subject! Not a single doctor, of any type, could assist me with the aftermath of dealing with the changes in my body and mind. I have seen neuro docs, but no one was open to the NDE aspect. I quit speaking of it and still no explanation as to what I was dealing with. Evidence of abnormal neuro issues, but no explanations. Spiritual Gifts were given to me as a result of the enlightenment I received in the NDE. I did find some guidance to assist me along the way. IANDS was a great source of support. Thank you for sharing your own personal NDE with the world. It was helpful for me!

Narration issues.

The subject matter was fascinating but Karen’s narration was sorely lacking. She was reading without emotion to the point that I had to skip over almost everything she contributed.

Great Followup

Following Proof of Heaven, this was a very good listen. Very moving proof that I desperately need.

Sadly, I had to skip over everything Karen read, it was so robotic sounding that I just couldn't handle it. The anecdotes she shared may have been awesome - I couldn't stick it out to find out. Hopefully next time she will allow someone to stand in for her so more people will receive her message.