Does lucid dreaming have any effect?

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Have you ever woken up confused, or even worried about why your dream is full of steamy sex scenes and you are the protagonist of this dream? In fact, nightmares are a normal part of life, and so is dreaming about sexual activity with your partner or someone other than your partner.

1. What can dreams tell us?

We are all curious and want to know the meaning of our dreams. Especially when they make us confused and wonder why such a sensitive subject comes up while we sleep.
Information in dreams is often related to what is happening in your waking life. So if you are overwhelmed with stress and anxiety that day, you are likely to experience some unpleasant dreams. But if things are going well and you feel satisfied with your life right now, your dreams may be the opposite.
Dr. Janet Brito - psychologist explains that dreams are a way to reveal invisible things that are related to your life. They act as an internal guide system, providing you with explanations of how you are living and revealing iconic images that pique your exploratory curiosity.
She believes that symbols and images in dreams are associated with your feelings, your desires or something that you are trying to solve.

2. Meaning of sexual dreams (nightmares)

Decoding the meaning behind lucid dreams is not a universal formula that works for everyone. While you may have a need to interpret your sexual dreams literally, psychologist Brito says that in order to capture the essence of the dream, it's best to focus on the sexual representation. Icon.
“ When sex appears in your dream, break it down into a story with a beginning, a body and an end, and focus on experiencing the sensations in your dream and curious to see where the power of dreams will take you,” explains Brito. "This will reveal to you the emotional need your sexual dreams are trying to make you fulfill when you're awake," she adds.
This is also why you should not be too sensitive about a dream last night that showed you doing things you never thought you would do with someone. Even nightmares that could be considered taboo are nothing to worry about. You just need to dig a little deeper to see what your subconscious is saying about your waking life.
Again, it is important to emphasize that deciphering the meaning behind sexual dreams is not a formula that works for everyone. All these dreams have different meanings. However, there will be some common themes that come up in sexual dreams.

2.1. Having sex with strangers or acquaintances

When this dream appeared, it could suggest something like: Maybe your sex drive is high and your needs are not being met.
Dream interpretation:
Do not focus too much on the content of this dream. It could be just a hint of your active sex drive or excessive sex drive. If that's the case, you should initiate more open communications with your partner. Let them know how you are feeling and what more you want. But be aware of the fact that they may not feel the same way as you do.

2.2. Sexual dreams that keep happening to ex-lovers

When this dream appeared, it could suggest a few things like: Depending on how often you have these dreams and how long you have broken up with your ex. This dream shows that you meet a new life partner to forget unresolved sadness with your ex.
Dream interpretation:
If you have just broken up with your lover, give yourself time to adjust to having sex with your new partner. However, if the breakup has been going on for months or even years and you still have sexual dreams with your ex, then you may need professional advice to deal with a problem. number of issues surrounding the current relationship.

2.3. Sexual dreams related to sexual violence

When appearing in this dream, it could suggest something like: BDSM stands for 4 words: Bondage (slavery), Discipline (discipline), Sadism (masochism) and Masochism. “This dream could indicate that you live in a family with an overly domineering mother or father, you are familiar with the idea of ​​being tied down and overcoming that by finding a lover.” , explains Dr. Fran Walfish - psychotherapist. Other interpretations of this may include: A desire to control or a desire for initiative.
Dream Interpretation:
“There is nothing perverted, wrong or unnatural when this happens. Our sexual experience is personal and private,” explains Dr. Walfish.
When your partner wants to try BDSM or use a toy but you don't, gently tell your partner about the things you want to try.

2.4. Oral sex

When this dream appeared, it could suggest something like: Maybe you were raised with implicit messages that oral sex is disgusting and you don't want to do it. But deep down, you still want to do it.
Dream Interpretation:
Many people don't like oral sex, although some of them prefer to receive it. That's why it's best to have an open discussion with your partner about what's causing the aversion and what can be done to make the relationship more comfortable.

2.5. Having sex with a student or teacher

When this dream appeared, it could suggest something like: Maybe you have a charming, narcissistic father who has unknowingly stripped you of all your attractiveness. And you fantasize about the complete feeling of being completely loved by an authority figure.
Dream Interpretation:
If you have this dream just because you crave the attention of an authority figure, take the time to find out who you really want to love and be loved.

2.6. Make love in the bath

When this dream appeared, it could suggest something like: It is not uncommon for people to be aroused by visual stimulation when viewing an inanimate object.
For example, psychologists point out that the shape of the faucet in a bathtub can resemble a man's penis, or that nude sculptures can be intensely arousing. Many people keep these images in their mind and then, masturbate to a creative fantasy of having sex with an inanimate object.
Dream Interpretation:
There is nothing wrong or unnatural about doing this. However, if you do, make sure you don't hurt yourself or others in the process.

2.7. Sexual dreams related to dirty talk

When this dream appeared, it could suggest some things such as: You can be a decent person, always "closed the gate" but want to break your limits and want to feel confident about your child. own person. Subconsciously, you may wish to be free from self-judgment and worries about how others see you.
Dream Interpretation:
You can give up on this dream and write it down as if there is no problem or use it as a way to probe dirty talk with your partner. However, psychologists warn that lying can be risky if your partner finds it uncomfortable or stigmatizes it.

3. How to Communicate More with Your Emotions

Nightmares are not necessarily rooted in deep feelings or past trauma, they can simply be a tool to help you get more in touch with your desires and emotions. Even if your dreams are lighthearted, consider them carefully and, at the same time, exploit their meanings to help you become more aware of your inner feelings and desires.

3.1. Write diary

To better understand repeated sexual dreams, keep a bedside diary and write down the details from your dream. Then review the dreams and check what they have in common. If these may indicate a need for more intimacy, you may want to talk to your partner about your feelings.
Psychologists also remind us that dreams are just a way to communicate with emotions. Other ways to get in touch with your emotions are to take time for yourself, unplug from digital devices, and focus your attention on your body.

3.2. Take care of your body

Psychologists also recommend taking the time to journal about your day. Allow yourself to schedule a “soul date” so that you create space to connect with the depths of your heart.
To get started, you can take 20 to 60 minutes out of your daily schedule, turn off your phone and computer, make some tea, and take 5 deep breaths before “chatting” with my body.
Being mindful of your body encourages you to notice what's going on inside of you, at the same time, to identify where your emotions are located in your body and then, to learn how to name those emotions correctly his real.
Nightmares are considered a normal part of life. Generally, these dreams are activities of your subconscious mind during the past few days. If dreams are bothering you and they happen frequently, you can see a mental health professional to help you decipher what's going on. If not, take a deep breath, consider embracing sexual dreams and using them as a way to learn more about yourself.

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Reference source: healthline.com