Loewenberg says you can also describe your dream in a voice note on your phone, while Ribeiro is a huge proponent of talking about dreams with friends or family. It should be part of our conversation," he says. And of course, you can't get rich REM sleep if your overall sleep quality is poor. Ribeiro advises against things that can adversely affect REM sleep and, in turn, dreaming, such as inconsistent sleep schedules, too much screen time, alcohol, or other sleep-impairing drugs, and even exercising or eating too close to bedtime.
On top of what to avoid, you can work on what to prioritize, like having a set bedtime every night, keeping your bedroom dark and comfortably cool , or taking a relaxing sleep supplement for extra support. The moral of the story is: anyone can remember their dreams with a little patience and practice—and it can happen fast. Whether dreams have universal interpretations is still up for debate within the scientific community.
But for believers like psychologist and dream expert Rubin Naiman, Ph. However, he previously told mbg that these dream symbols are not meant to be taken literally but rather metaphorically. And further, the emotional components of a dream are often the most significant when it comes to understanding its meaning. When interpreting a dream, Naiman suggests feeling into the emotions it brought up, and thinking about when you may have felt like that recently, or even in the past. For more tips, check out our full on dream interpretation , plus interpretations for 11 common dreams below:.
While there's no shortage of weird and wonky dream themes out there, a handful seem to show up more frequently for a lot of people, like dreaming of your teeth falling out or dreaming you're being chased. We rounded up 11 of the most common, plus what they can mean. Just remember, it comes down to what you felt in the dream, so if an interpretation doesn't resonate, you can always dig a little deeper.
Stress dreams and nightmares are obviously both unpleasant, but nightmares definitely fall at the far end of the unpleasant spectrum, whereas stress dreams are more inconvenient or frustrating than anything. Ellis previously explained to mbg that stress dreams are—you guessed it—caused by stress. Nightmares, on the other hand, are often rooted in deeper fears and even traumas from our past. Also, Loewenberg notes, "Nightmares are terrifying to the point that they wake you up.
They're so intense and powerful, you jolt awake with your heart pounding," she says. Most people, however, can sleep through stress dreams. If you're having upsetting dreams, whether they be stress dreams or nightmares, Ellis suggests journaling about what's bothering you before you go to bed.
After all, we tend to dream about what we repress—so getting it out of your head while you're still awake could help. And as Loewenberg adds, don't let these dreams frighten you, but instead, welcome them.
She believes that these dreams can actually help you with your most difficult issues—if you let them. After all, our nightmares are often connected to issues from the past that we never resolved, so they can alert us to any healing and processing that still needs to take place.
Dream characters often show up throughout the night, whether you dream of an ex , a total stranger, or a parent. Of course, interpreting the meaning behind these dreams depends on who is present and what happens.
Generally speaking, Loewenberg previously told mbg that dreaming about other people can help you process what you've gone through with that person, show you what you admire or don't admire about them, or even shine a light on a part of yourself by presenting certain qualities through someone else. There are so many possibilities, so take a look at our explainer on dreaming about someone for more information on this.
Lucid dreaming , simply put, is when the dreamer becomes aware lucid while dreaming and realizes they are dreaming. Sometimes, this lucidity allows the dreamer to actually control their dream, leading to all kinds of experiences, insights, and abilities.
Most of us have lucid dreamed at least once, but it's not something many people can do willingly—at least without practice. Nevertheless, Ribeiro notes he believes lucid dreaming to be "among the most interesting mental states that are available to most people," with many Eastern traditions that place value on gaining full control over the dream experience. If it sounds like something you could get into, author of Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self Robert Waggoner previously told mbg some best practices for lucid dreaming, including:.
Still curious? Check out our full guide on how to lucid dream. Dreaming sure is a wild time, right? And the craziest part is, we don't fully understand the true nature of the dreaming mind and what our dreams can tell us, which leaves it up to us—the dreamers—to figure out for ourselves. But as Ellis says, dreams are like an honest friend who isn't afraid to tell you the truth—even if it's painful.
In fact, "They can become your great ally. You are now subscribed Be on the lookout for a welcome email in your inbox! Main Navigation. Log in Profile. Saved Articles. Contact Support. Log Out. Your cart is empty. Our online classes and training programs allow you to learn from experts from anywhere in the world. Explore Classes. We dump a lot into this mysterious internal world — but that doesn't mean it's an emotional junkyard. In fact, the subconscious is an extremely sacred place. We tuck away some of our most life-changing memories, powerful emotions, and creative musings in this landscape.
In a beautiful irony, accessing your dream world is actually the key to your honest reality. Lucid dreaming can help you unlock that door. The subconscious may seem dangerous and unpredictable, but for many, lucid dreaming is actually a lot less scary than regular dreaming.
During a normal dream, you cruise into your emotional inner-world as if you're strapped to a rollercoaster. It could be fun, but it also could be terrifying. What's the theme? Where does the dream take place?
Who is part of the story? In addition to deepening your relationship with yourself a practice that enhances psychic abilities , lucid dreaming can also help you communicate with those who have crossed over. During a lucid dream, you can actually engage with these entities — and, because your senses remain engaged, you may even enjoy the comforting feeling of a warm embrace. And just to set the record straight on one of the biggest misconceptions about lucid dreaming, a dream death does not trigger a physical death.
It's totally safe. For many of us, the concept of actively participating in a dream can feel a bit daunting.
The great news, however, is that's it's super easy. This wakes up your subconscious to the practice. Ani explains that we actually strengthen our lucid dreaming abilities when we're awake. Become more aware of your physical surroundings by observing small details, such as taking note of your hands or feet throughout the day.
Activating the senses also promotes lucid dreaming. Her Lucid Dream Kit is a thoughtfully curated collection of the best tools to enhance subconscious exploration, and includes a notebook, an amethyst , calming tea , an essential oil blend , and more. Your subconscious world — vast, mysterious, and eternal — is a huge part of your identity. Through lucid dreaming, you learn how to tap into your complete multidimensionality. For some, the practice can help you realize just how much magick exists within you.
Finally, before you go to bed, follow a calming bedtime routine. Engage in restful activities like unplugging from your electronics , taking a warm bath, or practicing aromatherapy or meditation. The first step to successful lucid dreaming is tuning in to your dreams.
Keep a dream journal by your bed, and the moment you wake up, write down everything you remember from your dream. If you think faster than you write, try recording your memories as a voice memo on your phone. In addition to letting you record your dreams, the value of these apps over traditional pen and paper is that they allow you to search your dream notes for recurring themes, symbols, and characters—which brings us to our next step.
Review your dream journal regularly and look for any patterns. Do certain themes or people show up again and again?
These may provide insights into the types of issues your inner psyche is focused on. Keep repeating it until you fall asleep. When you wake up from a dream, stay in bed as you write down anything you remember in your dream journal. Then, close your eyes and try to go back to sleep, focusing on the dream.
Play the dream out in your mind, but this time, imagine that you were aware that you were dreaming. Keep focusing on this as you fall back asleep. Instead of 6, you might try this alternate method, known as Wake Induced Lucid Dreaming. When your alarm goes off, do your best to keep your eyes closed. As you lie in bed with your eyes closed, keep your mind focused and aware, in order to increase your chances of experiencing a lucid dream.
However, know that by keeping your mind awake while letting your body drift to sleep, you may experience a sensation known as sleep paralysis. This can be very unsettling for some people as your body will feel unable to move as your body enters back into sleep. As it happens, just remind yourself that you are safe and that you are doing this so you can lucid dream.
Many eminent thinkers and artists induced sleep paralysis to help them dream up their greatest work, including Benjamin Franklin, Salvador Dali, and Mary Shelley. The Wake Back to Bed technique involves scheduling alarms to maximize your chances of waking up during REM sleep, so that when you fall back asleep you are more likely to reenter your dream.
Set an alarm to go off 4. Only choose one of those times. The 6 or 7 hour mark is more likely to catch you during a REM stage of sleep, since REM sleep lasts longer in the second portion of the night.
When your alarm goes off, stay awake for 30 to 60 minutes. After writing your dream down in your journal, get out of bed and do something. You want your brain to wake up while your body stays sleepy.
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