In my recurring nightmare, I have done something awful, truly heinous.
And running, and running, and running and always just about to be caught.
I always wake up shaky and distraught.
It turns out that Im not alonea lot of people have ongoing sleep disturbances.
A sudden spate of nightmares or other sleep disturbances requires a general medical workup.
First, Whats Going On In Your Waking Life?
The content of your dream may inform how sleep doctors will approach treatment.
For the examination dream, Dr. Zadra says, Id have a specific set of recommendations.
So first, take a moment and reflect on whats going on, whats stressing you out?
Are people going to discover that Im not really as good as I think I am?
Paying attention [to these feelings] is better than dismissing them or trying to make them disappear.
Then, Rehearse
That may sound counterintuitiverehearse something terrifying?
This can be whatever feels right for you.
It really depends on the narrative structure of the nightmare.
Thats the cue that you are dreaming, says Dr. Zadra.
So thats the moment in which I need to change the narrative.
Do you confront the aggressor?
If you think about it beforehand, you’re able to neutralize the frightening part of the dreams.
Dr. Lewin echoes this: Its turning around, facing the fear, and examining it.
Focus on changing the course of the dream or the scenario.
To wit: Lucid dreams…are like exploring an amusement park that you built yourself.
Not only can you go wherever you want, it’s possible for you to do whatever you like.
In essence, a fully lucid dream is a dream you have complete control over.
Want to fly like a superhero?
Its possibleIve done it.
Want to confront a bully without fear?
Want to have romantic relations with a beautiful dream person?
You most certainly can.
Still, its worth a shot if you want to give the amusement park a whirl.
Check out the link above and the bookExploring the World of Lucid Dreamingto get started.
For me, Im trying the imagery rehearsal.
When I see the column, Im going to turn and fight backespecially on the shame part.
In my rehearsal, I turn and kick like someone fromCrouching Tiger Hidden Dragon.
