Exploring the perceptual phenomenon of synesthesia, this chapter features personal accounts from individuals with synesthesia, discussing their unique experiences and how it impacts their perception of the world.
For some people the number six is red and music evokes a range of colours and shapes. Seeing sounds and hearing colours is one type of synesthesia—where the senses are crossed. Meet an 11-year-old girl who was surprised to find out that not everyone sees colourful auras around people, and who feels that numbers have colours and personalities.