What is happening while we are sleeping? And – why are we dreaming? From the outside it may seem that we are sleeping quietly and peacefully. But, in the inside there are several active processes taking place. Regeneration processes, information storage or the processing of several impressions and experiences – body and mind don’t stand still.
Why are we dreaming?
In recent times, dreams were meant to be a portal to the Gods which were going to reveal the future via dreaming. But, why are we actually dreaming?
- During nighttime we are processing burdening events
- Hidden desires and phantasies are realized during dreaming
- Dreams “clean up” our memory – during sleep, our brain is processing the information gathered during daytime and filters them.
What are the most common scary dreams?
Exam nerves – failing an exam ranks among the most common dreams. Also, fear of persecution or a fall into the depth. Some dream about their work or school. More imaginative become dreams when we dream about flying. Are you concerned by nightmares? Here are some hints how to get rid of them.
What does “lucid dreaming” mean?
During lucid dreams the sleeping person realizes that he is dreaming. By means of lucid dreaming you are able to consciously control the “story of your dream”. In sports, lucid dreams are used very often; processes are studied and fixed by constant repetition during sleep. Natural doping during sleep.
Can I remember my dreams?
Most of us wake up without knowing what we dreamt about. In the morning, try to stay in bed with your eyes closed and to shortly visualize your thoughts. Place some paper beside your bed. Possibly you will be able to write down some notes concerning your dreams. Especially when you are suffering under recurrent nightmares you should deal with them and try to decode their meaning.
3 facts concerning dreaming
- On an average, we spend six years dreaming
- About 20 % of all people have black-and-white dreams
- An endless fall into the depth and the loss of teeth belong to the most common night mares
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