How Do Dreams Work?

Dreaming is a natural process that occurs during the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep.

During REM sleep, the brain becomes highly active, and the body is essentially paralyzed to prevent us from physically acting out our dreams. The exact process of dreaming is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve various regions of the brain, including the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for planning and decision-making, and the amygdala, which is involved in processing emotions.

It is also thought that dreaming helps us process and consolidate memories, regulate emotions, and work through unresolved issues or conflicts. While we cannot control what we dream about, our dreams are often influenced by our experiences, thoughts, and emotions.

Factors such as stress, anxiety, and certain medications can affect the content and frequency of our dreams. Additionally, external stimuli such as noise or light can influence our dreams as well.

Overall, dreaming is a complex and fascinating process that is still not fully understood by science.

See you next time,

Nandita and Sri