"Having been associated with the Arthur C. Clarke Center for Human Imagination since its beginning in 2013, I’m delighted to see Vieten’s new book, which builds on that decade of work and then goes well beyond it, by collating all the latest results in cognitive science to make a new synthesis. The result is fascinating, a stimulus to change one’s mind and life for the better." ~ Kim Stanley Robinson, bestselling author of The Mars Trilogy

"Cassandra Vieten uncovers a highly effective way to free yourself from a rut or a jam, through a method that is playful, delightful and full of surprising opportunities. Namely, by embracing our natural gift of imagination, we can be liberated and even elevated. Imagination is not only for the accomplished writer or renowned painter, it belongs to all of us. In a guided and stepwise way, Vieten help us unlock this treasure chest." ~ Lisa Miller, Ph.D. Columbia University Professor and Bestselling Author of The Awakened Brain and The Spiritual Child

"Wise, practical, and inspiring, Imagine That reveals the transformative power of imagination grounded in science and guided by compassion. Cassandra Vieten offers a roadmap for creating a life aligned with our deepest values and highest possibilities." ~ Chip Conley, New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Modern Elder Academy

"In Imagine That, Cassandra Vieten offers a deeply integrative exploration of the human mind, illuminating how imagination is not merely a creative act but a fundamental process shaping our experience, relationships, and well-being. Drawing on science and lived insight, she reveals how we can harness the mind’s capacity to envision and embody new patterns of being. This book is a wise and practical guide to cultivating integration and transforming our lives from the inside out." ~ Daniel J Siegel, MD, New York Times bestselling author, Mindsight; Aware; and Mind—A Journey to the Heart of Being Human, Founder, Mindsight Institute 

"Cassi Vieten’s book is a powerful introduction to the developing marriage of imagination and science, which is a dawning superpower in the world today. That superpower is accessible to us all and this book shows us many ways to embrace it and incorporate its magic." ~ Michael Murphy, Founder, the Esalen Institute

"Imagine That is essential reading for anyone who wants to rediscover the wild and wonderful powers of human imagination. Cassandra Vieten gives us an accessible user’s guide to the interior world of human consciousness and a rich history of the strange and beautiful science that bridges perception, invention, and inspiration." ~ Ed Finn, Associate Professor, Founding Director of the Center for Science and Imagination, Arizona State University

"In Imagine That, we realize imagination isn’t a fixed trait -- it’s a skill we can sharpen, and this book shows us how. Blending cutting-edge science with practical insights, Cassi Vieten helps us uncover our unique imaginative strengths and intentionally grow them. In a world where screens and routines often dull our curiosity, this book offers a way to rekindle creativity, deepen our sense of curiosity, and reconnect with what inspires us. By the end, we don’t just think differently about imagination -- we feel its possibilities more vividly in our own lives." ~ Stephen Asma, author of The Evolution of Imagination, Professor of Philosophy, Columbia College Chicago

"In Imagine That, Cassandra Vieten masterfully bridges science and soul, revealing imagination as one of our most powerful tools for healing, growth, and transformation. With clarity, compassion, and deep wisdom, she shows us how to move beyond limiting narratives and consciously create lives of meaning and possibility. This book is both a guide and an invitation: to remember who we are and to imagine who we can become."  ~ Shauna Shapiro, PhD, Author Good Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness + Self-Compassion to Rewire Your Mind for Calm, Clarity, Joy, Professor, Santa Clara University

"When it's so easy these days to feel helpless and stuck, this is a scientifically-grounded guide to the power and freedom of your own mind. Cassi Vieten is brilliant, funny, and heartfelt as she offers fascinating research, practical suggestions, and deep insight. Really a gem." ~ Rick Hanson, Ph.D., author of Buddha's Brain, Hardwiring Happiness, and Resilient

"What a treasure! This book made me fall in love with the human capacity for imagination all over again." ~ Scott Barry Kaufman, author of Transcend and Rise Above