What really happens when consciousness goes beyond the brain?

In this illuminating conversation, neurosurgeon and bestselling author Dr. Eben Alexander joins Jessica to explore what he discovered after a rare bacterial meningitis left him in a week-long coma—an experience that forever changed his understanding of life, death, and the mind itself.

Together, they trace the bridge between science and spirituality, discussing how near-death experiences point to the primacy of consciousness, how love underlies all existence, and how meditation can help us access that larger awareness here and now.

Eben shares the story behind Proof of Heaven, Living in a Mindful Universe, and his daily practice of binaural sound meditation. The two also reflect on the nature of soul growth, the purpose of challenge, and the power of remembering that we are not separate but deeply connected.

A conversation about awakening, presence, and the living truth that we are more than our bodies, and love is what holds us together.

ABOUT US:

Dr. Eben Alexander is a neurosurgeon and New York Times bestselling author of Proof of Heaven, The Map of Heaven, and Living in a Mindful Universe. His work bridges science and spirituality, exploring the nature of consciousness and the continuity of life.

Learn more at ebenalexander.com and explore free meditations at sacredacoustics.com. Follow him on Instagram @ebenalex3MD.

Jessica Shepherd is an astrologer, intuitive guide, and author of five books, including Venus Signs and A Love Alchemist’s Notebook. She hosts the Soft Human Voice podcast and writes the companion Substack newsletter, Soft Human Words, exploring intuition, sensitivity, and the art of living connected to inner truth.

Follow her on Instagram @_jessicashepherd_ and Facebook @Moonkissd.

CreditsHost: Jessica ShepherdGuest: Dr. Eben AlexanderProduced and Edited by: Noah TetznerPodcast Theme: Soft Human Voice by Jessica ShepherdLearn more: jessicashepherd.net | Soft Human Words on Substack

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