Turtle Power: honoring a dream with action
Over the holidays, I read an introductory book on dreams by Bobbie Ann Pimm, titled Notes from a dreamer on dreaming. Pimm’s book may be meant for beginners, but even seasoned dreamers will get something out of this personal and practical book. What strikes me the most of Pimm’s book is her simple three-step advice for recording and interpreting dreams. Read the rest
Dream Photos
A year ago I started making "snapshots" of my dreams. Sometimes I use Faber-Castell markers, but lately I've been using watercolor and Caran-D'ache watercolor crayons. Read the rest
Exploring the Meaning of Dreams
This is a handout I give my students when I teach dreamwork. It's a series of easy, but effective dreamwork exploration techniques. They can be done one-on-one, in a group or by yourself. Read the rest
Dream Journaling: Mind Map, Margin Notes, Details
When it comes to keeping a dream journal there are many options. Some people have linear brains and prefer straight left to right writing (like this page). Others need something more creative, or circular. Read the rest
Create a Dream Journal: Ideas to Help You Get Started
The best way to begin working with your dreams is to record them on a regular basis. If you do not have a dream journal I suggest buying or making one. Finding a journal that suits you is akin to finding the right traveling shoes. Sometimes you have to try on many versions before you find the right one. Read the rest
