Dream interpretation by researchers has helped in classifying dreams into different types or categories. This is a step forward in interpreting our dreams in a more professional way.

Here is a summary of different dream types for ready reference.

Dream # 1 - The Day Dream

Dream interpretation has revealed that daydream is a level of consciousness below waking state but above normal sleep. It means that daydreaming is a state between these two extremes. In this state, the mind is allowed to wander and conscious awareness is reduced.

Dream # 2 - The Lucid Dream:

Lucid dreaming is a state where a person knows that he or she is dreaming but continues. It is a state where you know that "it is just a dream", but continue to remain immersed in it.

Dream # 3 - The Nightmare Dream:

As per dream interpretation, people experiencing a horrifying or disturbing dream get into a frightening state, commonly known as nightmare.

Dream # 4 - The Recurring Dream:

In recurring dream, the same dream situation repeats itself with or without any change. Such dreams occur because the life event that triggered them has remained unresolved.

Dream # 5 - The Healing Dream:

Dream interpretation studies indicate that such dreams send message to the dreamer about his or her health and thus such can be beneficial to the dreamer.

Dream # 6 - The Prophetic Dream:

People encountering such dreams often claim the ability to use their dream experiences in foretelling the future. The scientific explanation for prophetic dream is that subconscious mind of a dreamer collects bits of information that happened during the day and then puts them together in a form which makes sense to the dreamer.

Dream # 7 - The Epic Dream:

Epic dreams are the most rare form of dreams according to dream interpretation researchers. In this situation, you remember minutest details and do not forget for many years.

Whenever you go into a dream, try to remember what you have seen or experienced in dream, and compare those details with the guidelines described above. It will help you in making your dream interpretation more effective and accurate.

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