About Dr Tara Swart

Dr Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, former medical doctor, executive advisor, Senior Lecturer at MIT Sloan, podcaster and author of best-seller ‘The Source’ which has translations in 38 global territories. Her new book ‘The Signs’ became an instant New York and Sunday Times best-seller and explores the lost art of listening to your intuition.

Tara’s work focuses on bridging neuroscience with spirituality and intuition, breaking down complex neuroscience topics that help individuals drive actionable change and transformation. She is passionate about empowering individuals to unlock their full potential by understanding how the brain connects with intuition, beauty and emotional intelligence. At a time when many are seeking meaning, she leads a cultural movement that places consciousness, creativity, and healing at the heart of wellbeing – helping others trust their inner wisdom and live with clarity, connection, and confidence.

Previous residencies include Brown’s Fashion; Annabel’s, a private members’ club in Mayfair; and she was the world’s first Neuroscientist-in-Residence at the Corinthia Hotel, London. Tara was on the EFG Asset Management Future Leaders Panel 2018-19.

In 2020 Tara became the Spokesperson for Aromatherapy Associates and now represents several beauty brands focusing on health, wellbeing and innovative technologies such as the probiotic Symprove.

In 2024 Tara became Chief Science Officer of DIRTEA, leading its Science Board and providing research backed guidance on functional mushroom products. In 2025 Tara became an ambassador for Healf.

Tara is a Trustee at The Lady Garden Foundation, a charity raising awareness for gynaecological cancers.

Books by Dr Tara Swart

The things we most want from life – health, happiness, wealth, love – are governed by our ability to think, feel and act; in other words, by our brain.