Have you ever woken up from a vivid dream, wondering what it was trying to tell you? Or maybe from a nightmare that felt so real, your heart was still racing long after you opened your eyes? Dreams are one of the brain’s most fascinating ways of processing emotions and experiences. They are not random stories—rather, they’re like nightly x-rays of the mind , revealing what we’ve been working through consciously or unconsciously. As a counsellor, I often encourage clients to e

Dreams and nightmares have intrigued humans for centuries. They offer a glimpse into the mind’s mysterious workings during sleep. While dreams can inspire creativity and provide insight, nightmares often leave us feeling unsettled or fearful. Understanding these experiences can help us appreciate their role in our mental and emotional lives. What Are Dreams? Dreams are mental experiences that occur during sleep, often involving images, sounds, emotions, and sensations. They u

Growing up, many of us were given the message — directly or silently — that real emotions made us weak . Maybe we were told to “toughen...