Do dreams really mean anything?

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For centuries, people the world over have been fascinated by dreams, trying to interpret each astral event. But why do we have them and do they even mean anything?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Have you ever wondered why you keep dreaming that you're falling? Or have you ever dreamed that you showed up somewhere without your clothes on? If so, you're not alone. And while you might try to brush off your dreams by telling yourself that they are just your brain telling sto ...  عرض المزيد

Whatever your dreams consist of, you’ve probably wondered where they come from and what they might be trying to tell you. Psychologists, too, have long studied the origin and purpose of dreams. Mark Blagrove, PhD, of Swansea University, talks about what we know – and don’t know – ...  عرض المزيد

Dreams have inspired works of art, led to breakthroughs in organic chemistry and helped people process their deepest fears and emotions. They're not just weird little movies our brains put on while we sleep. In this episode, we explain why we dream — and how to get more out of th ...  عرض المزيد