Psychology-Based Dream Interpretation

[Minaker]

I am fascinated with dream interpretation. I like to take the scientific (psychological) approach, based on how the mind works and a contextual approach which considers personal history. Problem is, all the dream interpretation sites I find (including this one) tend to be based on astrology or outdated superstition, or bizarre preconcepts with no basis at all. I don't care enough to know whether I'm a Sagitarius or a Capricorn, I don't need to be lectured about how my dream says that I have been/need to be/will never be saved by the Lord, and I don't want my dreams interpreted by somebody who thinks he is or I am the next Nostradamus. Does anyone know of any websites that base dream interpretation on psychology and (what should be) common sense? I will pay well for this information. Well, actually, I won't pay anything at all. But you will get my sincere gratitude!

[Imogen]

Hi, as you are on open forums and everyone can give their opinion you will find that unless you make up your own website with your exact concepts, interpretations, etc that the interpretation and feedback that you get will be as colourful and diverse as the different people. Why not just add your voice to the sites and people can take what they need and leave what they dont. Its all about getting input and at the end of the day, you are the only one really that can undestand what your dreams are about. With an open mind and heart you may find others can help you. Maybe if you see things in a very scientific way, someone that is artistic and imaginative may give you another perspective.
Sometimes it is also umcomfortable to hear others opinions if they are vastly different from your own but if it is offensive or upsetting you can choose to ignore it. I hope you stay and Ide love to hear things from your perspective. Welcome..

[unclesirbobbyrobson]

Well if you are looking for free dream interpretations then here is the sort of place to look. But why not try all of them. Simply type "forum dream interpretation jungian" into a google search and join every forum. Then cut and paste your dream into every one of the forums. Then look for the best replies.

Try to give lots of background info.

Personally I am slightly like yourself in that I do believe that many dreams are linked to the inner workings of the mind. That dreams capture the way that we store conceptual thoughts and feelings.

But I do probably differ from yourself in that I also believe that dreams are also capable of linking to a pyschic world that allows precognition and telepathy. It was rather based on a single dream that I had. I woke up feeling terrible. I started to decode that deam and felt that something terrible was going to happen. I linked the dream with one person - and that person died that day. I have always believed in the pyschic nature of dreams since then.

I would not say that I have a special gift though. I do not know why we have pyschic dreams. They seem just like TV previews of what is going to happen.

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One way of telling how vital dreams are is to study people who are deprived of sleep and dreams.Sleep deprivation is very dangerous if it continues for extended periods. If you are deprived of sleep for several days then you will slip into madness. The reason for this is that sleep and dreams are linked to vital brain functions.

During the day we store up new thoughts and experiences within short term memory blocks. So if we are deprived sleep these become overloaded. The mind has no more space to store new feelings so these are merely forgotten.

During sleep vital brain waves emerge. Beta waves and theta waves are only ever detected within the brain at night. These help us process through those new feelings and experiences stored in short term memory. We integrate these new feelings into long term memory blocks. So if you do not sleep then you will not be updating your thoughts. You will not be building a bigger picture.

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[Maideleh]

Though I can understand your frustration, I think that you may be judging a bit harshly. First, let me point out that 'scientific' theories on dreams and the mechanism of dreaming are themselves highly speculative and based on general consensus. These scientific theories are as numerous and varied as the non-scientific theories. At the end of the day even the scientist must admit that our dreams have managed to maintain their mystique throughout years and studies.

Having said that, I too find the psychological perspective more enticing. I feel that dreams come from within and are a reflection of our psyche. I too get frustrated with overly traditional, religious or superstitious interpretations. However, I feel that people who choose that route have as much right as me to their individual interpretations and at times read those interpretations with great curiosity.

An open forum is an open forum. That is the joy of the internet. If you are so particularly offended by this perhaps you should try more restrictive forums. However, I hope you don't completely abandon this forum and keep me company here. I'd love to hear your views on dream.

[Wolfjk]

Originally Posted by Minaker

I am fascinated with dream interpretation. I like to take the scientific (psychological) approach, based on how the mind works and a contextual approach which considers personal history. Problem is, all the dream interpretation sites I find (including this one) tend to be based on astrology or outdated superstition, or bizarre preconcepts with no basis at all. I don't care enough to know whether I'm a Sagitarius or a Capricorn, I don't need to be lectured about how my dream says that I have been/need to be/will never be saved by the Lord, and I don't want my dreams interpreted by somebody who thinks he is or I am the next Nostradamus. Does anyone know of any websites that base dream interpretation on psychology and (what should be) common sense? I will pay well for this information. Well, actually, I won't pay anything at all. But you will get my sincere gratitude!

Hi Minaker,
Thanks for your post. Science has moved on, the old and commonly accepted theories and ideas are dead in the water! A few simple experiments can confirm that nightmares and bad dreams are indeed caused by outside influences, and the subconscious responses to what is happening to your body while you sleep. However psychological problems in life are also reflected in dreams, although the construction of a dream caused by upsets arguments stressses and defeats are somewhat different.
I am sure you are aware that psychedelic drugs, certain foods, uncomfortable sleeping positions, fevers and illnesses can all cause bad dreams.
Cheers Wolfjk
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Dreaming is a vital function of life
I hope you remember this post. You indeed want to take note only of the interpretations that please you.

[unclesirbobbyrobson]

Madeleih:

"'scientific' theories on dreams and the mechanism of dreaming are themselves highly speculative and based on general consensus. These scientific theories are as numerous and varied as the non-scientific theories. At the end of the day even the scientist must admit that our dreams have managed to maintain their mystique throughout years and studies."

Thats so true. At the end of the day you cannot look at the back of the book to check your own interpretation against the true and correct one.

Science based opeople are very quick to dismiss premonitions ads speculative but their own answers are truely speculation . They can only guess and give evidence.

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One way of telling how vital dreams are is to study people who are deprived of sleep and dreams.Sleep deprivation is very dangerous if it continues for extended periods. If you are deprived of sleep for several days then you will slip into madness. The reason for this is that sleep and dreams are linked to vital brain functions.

During the day we store up new thoughts and experiences within short term memory blocks. So if we are deprived sleep these become overloaded. The mind has no more space to store new feelings so these are merely forgotten.

During sleep vital brain waves emerge. Beta waves and theta waves are only ever detected within the brain at night. These help us process through those new feelings and experiences stored in short term memory. We integrate these new feelings into long term memory blocks. So if you do not sleep then you will not be updating your thoughts. You will not be building a bigger picture.

Dream dictionary - A modern and well researched dream dictionary DREAM DICTIONARY
Dream symbolism and dream dictionary interpretation - How to interpret dreams Some tips
Dream symbolism - How to use dream symbols How to use dreams symbols

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