Am I Going Mad ? The Unsettling Phenomena of Spiritual Evolution by Marlyse

"I felt obliged to thank you, you have written the best spiritual book I have read. Your insights and thorough research is nothing short of extraordinary.

My wife and I decided to co-op read it so we could discuss each chapter but in the end I could not put it down and finished it today.

Your book I'm sure will greatly assist many people just as it has helped me progress on a spiritual path.

It was like lots of little pieces of spiritual jigsaw coming together to form a bigger picture. Something that will help my main objective which is to become a better man, husband, father, son, brother."

Andrew Berry
Entrepreneur

"I finished Marlyse's book at about 1.30 this morning! I honestly can't put in words right now what a great experience it has been for me.

To be totally honest it's been a life saver in many ways, timely, helpful, guiding, inspirational, loving and moving.

I loved the item that it finished on being the key that Marlyse found there at your property, how beautiful was that!!

To me 'the key' was very iconic as I feel as though I've received the key to a new life, a new awareness, a new understanding of my life and world and my place in it, both inner & outer worlds, and new levels of joy, happiness and communication - thank you again Marlyse!"

Karen C
Web Developer

Am I Going Mad is a highly intelligent, thoroughly researched adventure into spiritual existence, evolution and human potential. Highly thought provoking, challenging and entertaining, this book can offer the reader a chance to grow beyond their perceived limitations. There is something in there for everyone. After reading this book, one simple idea, learning to breathe … Continue reading →

"Marlyse gives us so much to think about and be inspired for. Am I Going Mad? is both true and fascinating. You will know in your heart when you read this book that this woman knows her stuff.

If only we all could be fully present like Marlyse, the world would be a better place, as it is in understanding and learning that we grow. If you really want to learn then study this book - go mad!"

Deb Webber
Psychic Medium for
Woman's Day
and TV series Sensing Murder

Book review
LivingNow Magazine
March 2008

Am I Going Mad is both a great read and useful reference book for those on a spiritual journey.

Much more than a self-help book, it is also the story and the map of a journey which all of us share.  The author substantiates and presents concepts of spiritual evolution in the context of psychology, quantum physics and shamanism.

To balance these scientific foundations, this book also contains true stories which are highly entertaining and emotive. Some of these 'Gabrielle stories' have appeared in previous 'Living Now' issues.

The combination of up to date information and touching anecdotes is highly rewarding as it allows the book to gradually unfold. The theory is easily understandable yet stimulating to the intellect, whilst the stories stir the senses, heart and soul.

Am I Going Mad has had a profound impact on me: To start with, it has made me feel grateful for having entered my life, and provided scaffolding in my spiritual journey. It has also given me new insights into who I am, why I do what I do, my place in this vast Universe and guidance for further evolution from here onwards.

Nilanthi Chandrasena

"I've always been very spiritually aware but in more of a religious sense, so I had spent my life up to this point trying to ignore certain aspects of myself.

I suffered a huge and rather unpleasant wake up call in December last year and I'm almost ashamed to say that for a while after that I was terrified of pretty much anything and everything.

But reading your book has really helped me see these experiences for what they are and after embracing them I have found that they really are quite beautiful :) and I now know that I'm definitely not going mad!

So a HUGE thank you for writing AM I GOING MAD."

Hanna Z,
20, student

"I am very grateful when I read a book and come away with one line that has helped or inspired me.  Am I Going Mad did this with every story and every chapter I read. 

It helped me understand some of my own experiences through Gabrielle's stories and her easy to understand explanations and I now feel a lot more sane and comfortable with my own life experiences. 

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it has made a positive difference to my life and for that I am truly grateful."

Anna Dimitrakopoulos
Scientist

"Eloquently crafted; Marlyse Carroll has written a spiritual classic that will stand the test of time.

'Am I Going Mad?' helps any seeker of life accept and understand their true spiritual nature and find relief, gratitude and appreciation for their spiritual quest."

Derek Barker
Author of 'A Gift of Gratitude'

"Hi Marlyse, I have finished reading your book and all I can say is thank you, thank you, thank you... it was speaking right to me. It explained everything about everything I have ever thought about or contemplated, right from the time I was just a child.

I also wanted to let you know, that you maybe should put a warning sticker or something on the chapter about the kundalini experiences at the retreat... especially as I read it on a train full of other passengers (I'll let you ask spirit what I am talking about heheheheh)

Once again thank you so much for writing this book, and I know it will be a big hit all over the world."

Fadi Zeitoune
Support Centre Analyst

"Hi Marlyse I have not long finished your book and it is just incredible reading. I understand so much now that I was stuck with.

Over the last three years I have become a Reiki Master and the changes have been mind blowing - and now thanks to your book I understand so much more. A true masterpiece."

Meg Johanson

"Hello Marlyse, I finished your book at 2 a.m. this morning, I couldn't put it down! So so so wonderful. It answered so many questions I had been asking myself, it was like you wrote it for me!!

I really acknowledge your courage in putting so much personal material in, it makes the book really really special.

After reading it, for some reason I'm no longer afraid. I feel so much more peaceful and clear, like your book just brought everything together for me and I'm sure it will keep making a difference for me as I read it over and over! I just can't express my gratitude to you enough Marlyse.

Wendy Brewer
Meditation Teacher, Shepparton

"I was reading Am I Going Mad? on an international flight yesterday when an elderly Indian man walked past me and tapped me on the shoulder for a chat.

Turns out he had read the book - he was a professor of literature - and thought it was amazing, talk about synchronicities.........."

Lisa Noonan
Auckland NZ

"Wow!  What an amazing achievement. Congratulations, it is phenomenal in scope and breadth.

Among the profound spiritual/quantum/psychological publications I am familiar with, yours adds a unique aggregation to that collection.  Many other books aggregate information from a particular discipline or - if they do aggregate across disciplines - it is to provide a roadmap for a growth outcome (outside-in focus).

What you've done is provide aggregated information around the single theme of making sense of actual growth experiences (ie. from the inside out)."

Kerim Nutku BA Psych, MBA,
Tavistock Group Relations Graduate,
Team Facilitator and Coach

"Am I Going Mad? is a feast that fed every part of my being. It helped and changed my life and I will forever be grateful."

Sally Knight

"For me, what makes a great book is that I cannot wait to read the next chapter, I get excited by the new knowledge, I spend a lot of time reflecting on what I have read, it personally affects and influences my life. And finally I'm a changed person for having read it.

This fantastic book did all of the above, I loved it!"

Gemma Buenen
Meditation Teacher.

"I must tell you that 'Am I Going Mad' is one of the greatest books I have ever read. You have helped strengthen a flame within me that I feared at times would burn out, leading me back into a depression.  I know now this will never happen.

Because of who you are you change the world and because of who you are you have re-gifted the essence of my life to me.  Thank you."

Marnie Lyons-Campbell

"Am I Going Mad is more than just informative, entertaining and inspiring, it is a must read for anyone ready to integrate and self-actualise their spiritual existence.

Truly a physiological, psychological and spiritual masterpiece for the sake of human evolution."

Dr John F. Demartini
Best-selling author of
'The Breakthrough Experience'

"Thanks Marlyse, for writing such a comprehensive and sophisticated account of spiritual phenomenon. You have tied everything up, in such a clear and concise manner. 

It has given me a deeper understanding on all levels. Finally someone has explained to me the how's and whys around the weird or strange things I have experienced. You have made an incredible difference to my personal journey. "

Rebecca McAuley
Diploma Kinesiology ICPKP

"Bravo! What an extraordinary work - a sensitive, beautiful blending of the concrete, grounding, 'scholarly' with the essential, mystic, mysterious, life affirming.

Really, I am in awe of your journey, and in your ability to describe and teach from your experiences - making so much of what could be deemed strange, unexplainable, real - and bridging the gap from the mundane of the newtonian to the extraordinary of the quantum.

I am humbled to be included in your discoveries, thank you."

Marcia Leventhal PhD.
Dance Therapist
Founder of International Dance
Therapy Institute of Australia