Why It's Said That Having Nightmares Can Be Beneficial

Whether it's a one-time occurrence or recurring nightmares, they signify a warning. They urge us to pay attention to things that bring stress or trouble, reminding us of potential issues and helping us confront problems we may avoid when awake. Nightmares may appear after experiencing misfortune because our minds are in turmoil, attempting to accept catastrophic events.

Regardless of the content of nightmares, we can try the "face and conquer" technique of the Senoi indigenous people of Malaysia. When you wake up, imagine yourself facing the thing you fear the most and tell it how you want it to act or explain how it makes you feel. This gives you an opportunity to confront your fears directly and alleviate anxiety. You can also view the threatening object from its perspective.

If you switch roles and narrate the nightmare from its point of view, how do you feel?

If you're unable to comprehend the meaning of the nightmare even after a long time, set it aside and be patient. Some dreams are like episodes of a series, and after that, other dreams will continue to appear, helping you unravel the mystery.