Hey there people! Now tell me have you ever woken up after a wild dream and thought, "What on earth was that?" Perhaps you were in the sky, being followed by a strange person, or studying for an exam while at school. Dreams can be humorous, strange, or even terrifying. In my field of mental health , I frequently get these questions on the meaning and purpose of dreams. Together, let's explore this fascinating topic. First lets know what is REM (Rapid Eye Movement) phase of sleep: Our brains are extremely busy when we sleep via REM ( Rapid Eye movement) , almost as when we are awake. REM sleep typically starts within 90 minutes of falling asleep. The majority of our dreams occur around this time. It is as though we are witnessing a fast-moving movie in our minds behind closed eyelids. These dreams aid in our emotional processing, improve our memory, and occasionally even assist us solve difficulties. That means that while you dream during REM sleep, your brain is conti...
Hey everyone! I’m Mahika Maru, a rehabilitation counsellor passionate about making psychology real, relatable, and easy to understand. Through The InnerSphere Journal, I explore how psychology shapes our daily lives, relationships, mental health, career confusion, and everything in between. This space is about breaking down real struggles, patterns, and mindsets of our generation in a way that actually makes sense. Grab a coffee and let’s dive in