What is Daydreaming?

One of the dreams that people often talk about is daydreaming. Daydreaming is generally regarded as a form of fantasy, characterized by its ability to transcend reality, break through time and space, fulfill certain psychological needs, and even provide irreplaceable pleasure.

Scientists have found that occasional daydreaming is beneficial for mental and physical health. When people daydream, their brain activity levels are high, and if the daydreaming is properly directed, it can be beneficial for mental and physical health. Some psychologists have been using this method to help patients with psychological disorders overcome their difficulties.

So, what are the positive effects of daydreaming on mental health?

First and foremost, daydreaming brings unparalleled pleasure and a sense of relaxation. In real life, we are bound by various social rules and constraints, which are often referred to as "personality masks" in psychology, causing us great distress. However, when we daydream, we can abandon these masks and expand our thoughts. When people immerse themselves in daydreams, the real world becomes distant, and we involuntarily enter a dreamlike state of bliss.

Once our minds are open, our potential is easily stimulated. What puzzles us during the day may find answers in daydreams. It is said that Balzac often had conversations with characters from his novels, and this self-talk daydreaming state often sparked new ideas for him. Many inventions also started from daydreams.

When facing daydreaming, we need to approach it with the right attitude. Daydreaming indeed provides a broad space for reflection, helping us to observe our inner selves more carefully and comprehensively. In addition, there are times when we deceive ourselves in reality, but in daydreams, we can confront reality and force ourselves to have a more objective view of ourselves.

Of course, fantasies are not reality, and we should still restrain irrational fantasies and only let them embellish our lives. Fantasies can enhance our lives, but we should not use them to weave the blueprint of our lives.