Types of Dreams
Daydreams: Daydreaming was once thought to be a lazy pursuit – I’m sure most of you have been reprimanded for daydreaming at one point or another. It is, however, a metabolically intense mental process, and can be very rewarding. In recent years, scientists have demonstrated that daydreaming is a fundamental feature of the human mind – so fundamental, in fact, that it’s often referred to as our “default” mode of thought. Daydreaming is a crucial tool for creative thought, and allows the brain to make new associations and connections. It can spawn new ideas or methods; the daydreaming mind is free to engage in abstract thought and imaginative ramblings, and as a result, we’re able to imagine things that don’t actually exist.
Nightmares and Night Terrors: Chances are everyone here has experienced a nightmare. A horrible dream, complete with emotional turmoil, which causes the dreamer to wake and stay awake, nightmares are fairly common occurrences. The main purpose of a nightmare is to wake the conscious mind – usually to change sleeping position. They can also be caused by stress or over-exhaustion. Surprisingly, children under the age of five do not experience nightmares at the same rate as older children, while children over five seem to have nightmares at a rate of once per week.
10 REASONS TO SMILE.
- It makes you attractive.
- It changes your mood.
- It is contagious.
- It relieves stress.
- It boosts your immune system.
- It lowers your blood pressure.
- It releases endorphins, natural pain killers and serotonin - natural antidepressant.
- It lifts the face and makes you look younger.
- It makes you seem successful.
- It helps you stay positive.
(Source: amateurdreamer)



