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The Taste of Pomegranate Seeds

Sage Bava

The Taste of Pomegranate Seeds follows the journey of falling into darkness, the learning, and finally the light--where reality slips, identity fractures, and the world becomes distant and surreal in the height of derealization and depersonalization. The experience can feel isolating, terrifying, and impossible to articulate. With the interweaving of Persephone's myth and personal recollections, these poems and reflections trace a journey through shadow--where love and control blur, where the past lingers like a ghost, and where the self is both lost and found. At once intimate and universal, The Taste of Pomegranate Seeds unearths the beauty that can emerge from darkness, the wisdom that pain imparts, and the resilience that allows us to rise again. Sage Bava began writing these pieces at nineteen, in the depths of derealization--a time when she ached for language and understanding but had neither. She hopes this book offers solace, a mirror for those who have known longing, and a hand to hold for those reclaiming their story. Knowing the darkness makes the light that much sweeter. This book is a testament to survival, the complexity of desire, and the possibility of renewal.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Resource Publications (CA)
  • Publish Date: May 15th, 2025
  • Pages: 146
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 5.50in - 0.38in - 0.70lb
  • EAN: 9798385246601
  • Categories: Subjects & Themes - Death, Grief, LossAncient & Classical

About the Author

Bava, Sage: - Sage Bava is a passionate storyteller across multiple creative realms. As a musician and composer, her debut album--bridging jazz and singer-songwriter--features incredibly soulful musicians. As a writer, she explores various forms, including journalism, and has been fortunate to interview many incredible artists and thought leaders. As an actor, she has appeared in and written music features in major cities worldwide. She hopes to continue creating meaningful art and contributing to a better world.

Praise for this book

"Experience the captivating journey within Sage Bava's The Taste of Pomegranate Seeds--a captivating fusion of poetry and prose that delves deep into the realms of dissociation and trauma, leading towards profound healing. Through the masterful use of vivid imagery and mythological references, notably drawing from the tale of Persephone, the author skillfully unravels the intricate threads of derealization, depersonalization, and the delicate balance between shadows and light. This profound work celebrates resilience, highlighting the transformation that arises from embracing both suffering and bliss, while seeking solace in the embrace of nature and the liberating embrace of self-acceptance. For those who have walked a similar path, let this be a beacon of hope--a testament to the possibility of healing and the return to a state of wholeness."
--Dan Tomasulo, Academic Director, Spirit Mind Body Institute, Teachers College, Columbia University