Fascinating facts about dreams : We all dream. While sleeping and while awake. Today is also World Dream Day which inspires us to fulfill the dreams seen while awake. Every person has a goal or desire in his life which we call his dreams. Today is dedicated to those dreams and the efforts to fulfil them.
But when we talk about dreams, how can we forget the dreamland we visit every night. That world which is full of mysteries. Sometimes we see something which is in our conscious-subconscious mind and sometimes something which surprises us.
The world of dreams is very mysterious. Even today people are curious to know its secrets. Different cultures and societies have given different explanations about dreams. Here too, many things have been told about dreams in Swapnashastra. At the same time, science and psychology have also told many interesting facts about dreams after long study and many researches. So today, on World Dream Day, we have brought some such interesting information to dreams for you.
Dreams occur during the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) phase of the brain, when the brain is very active. Many parts of the brain are very active at this time, especially the limbic system which is associated with emotions and memories. However, the prefrontal cortex (which helps with rational thinking and decision making) is inactive, so dreams can often be strange and even incoherent.
Psychologists look at dreams from different perspectives. According to Sigmund Freud, dreams symbolize repressed desires and internal conflicts. At the same time, modern scientists consider it a process of processing memories and experiences by the brain.
Lucid dreaming is a state in which a person is aware of the fact that he is dreaming and he can also control the dream. This is a unique experience in many people.
Studies show that certain dreams are common to all people, such as falling, flying, being chased, or being naked in public. These are linked to common fears and experiences of humanity.
Most people forget a large portion of their dreams. We forget about 50% of our dreams within 5 minutes of waking up and 90% within 10 minutes. This is a result of the structural limitations and functions of the brain.
Studies show that dreams are connected to our mental health. People who suffer from anxiety or depression often have negative and disturbing dreams. On the other hand, the dreams of happy people also reflect their emotions.
(Disclaimer: This article is based on general information. We do not make any claim regarding it.)
