Die and Become! Death in Dreams
Die and Become! Till Thou Hast learned this, Thou are but a dull guest on this dark planet. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
There was an antiquated belief that if you dreamed you died in your sleep then you would… Read the rest
Dreaming of the Apocalypse: The Ape Man Cometh
We dream for the survival of our species.
- Montague Ullman, Pioneer in Dream Research
For many years, I have had apocalyptic dreams: terrifying visions of flood, fire, war and destruction on a global scale. In the past, I often… Read the rest
The Good Message in a Nightmare
What is a “nightmare”? A scary or threatening dream, one with a startling twist?
Nightmares claim our attention in a way pleasant dreams may not. Unusual elements stand out, getting a message through that we might otherwise miss even if the dream is interrupted. Here’s an example from several years ago: Read the rest
Sleep Paralysis, Fear, and Spirituality
The following is an excerpt from my soon-to-be published ebook, Sleep Paralysis: A Dreamer’s Guide. This section illustrates how sleep paralysis is a complex set of experiences that includes body paralysis, waking hallucinations, and the fear that connects these two strands together, reinforcing the nightmarish aspects of the condition. Read the rest
