Here’s my review of ‘The Signs – The New Science of How to Trust Your Instincts’ by Dr Tara Swart, published 16 September 2025 by Ebury Publishing. If a neuroscientist married an Earth Angel, this would be their love child in words. Dr Tara’s book bridges the polarised worlds of cognitive science and spirituality with ease and kindness. 5 Stars!
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Here’s what I loved:
1) Well structured and paced, with real-life examples and plenty of references to support her claims.
2) Clear guidance for those who are questioning syncs around them or wanting to connect with passed loved ones. Discusses signs like repeated numbers, animals, songs, dreams etc.
3) Interesting techniques to develop your senses (love the raisin exercise).
4) Tara’s curious nature is inspiring (I think she’s a 5 lifepath Rebel in numerology). She’s not like most doctors – she is also an executive coach and hugely popular speaker. Find your life path
5) She honours the contribution of many cultures, including ancient and Indigenous ones, to our understanding of how to connect to the Divine.
Here’s what I would have added:
1) Info about energy protection (perhaps the research is still catching up.)
2) More about the need for therapy when your spiritual journey brings up past pain.
3) I disagree that intuition is stronger in people over 18. I’ve found many children to be knowing and confident, esp. ‘Old Souls’.
4) Something about the benefits of exploring intuition in a group or the link with a parent’s instincts and keeping kids safe. Again, maybe there isn’t research yet.
5) The words ‘psychic’, ‘miracle’ or ‘witch’. Wishful thinking, perhaps?
Conclusions: Overall, a brilliant read if you see signs and want to know the science behind the mysteries of Spirit. Congrats Dr Tara on a powerful book of Soul medicine.
Buy this for your sceptic friend who sees 11s and finds feathers 😉
FYI I’m an Asian-Australian numerologist who switched careers from science and government. I can relate to Tara’s words and life story. Enjoy the book!
Sarah and the 11:11 Angels
Related Links
Class – Develop Your Intuition and Banish Self Doubt – webinar replay ($33)
Numerology for Dr Tara Swart (Bieber) – A 32/5 Life Path Rebel and Author of ‘The Signs’
Dr Tara Swart & Steven Bartlett on Communication After Death! Podcast Recommendation
6 Reasons to Talk to Ghosts (instead of saying they don’t exist)
Empaths versus Psychopaths and How to Just Be The Path!
Conscious Parenting – My directory page on psychic kids, Spirit babies and much more
11:11 Clocks – My directory page on Angel numbers and repeated number sightings
