People may have recurring dreams that occur due to stress, according to Psychology Today. Recurrent dreams usually occur due to unresolved stressors in one’s life. This is verified by findings that recurrent dreams are usually accompanied by negative dream content which shows lower psychological well-being.
However, studies show even negative recurrent dreams aren’t maladaptive, according to Psychology Today. Recent research shows how some students who dream of failing an exam tend to have a better performance on their test. Researchers collected dream reports from medical students on several nights prior to their exam and found that dreams concerning the exam on the night before, or multiple nights before, predicted proportionally higher scores, even though the dreams generally were negative and ended poorly.
What are some recurring dreams?
Not being able to speak
One recurrent dream is of being unable to speak, states Psychology Today. A common theme that usually occurs is teeth falling out or lips being glued shut. The reason why this is usually captured is that it may reflect shyness or difficulty expressing yourself when you’re awake.
Falling
Many people have the shared dream of falling in your sleep. The information website Mental Floss discusses how it would be called the “red flag from your subconscious.” This dream is common amongst people who are having a major life problem with work, relationships, or elsewhere.
Naked in public
Mental Floss states that this dream represents vulnerability and anxiety. Research has revealed that these dreams are common amongst those who have a new job or has gotten a promotion.
Meeting a celebrity
Meeting a celebrity seems to be a common dream people may have, according to Mental Floss. The actual celebrity in the dream may reveal what kind of talents the dreamer values, whether it be a music artist, actor, or author. Another idea is that celebrities are a symbol of a personal need for recognition.
Being chased
Despite how frightening it may be, this dream is actually considered positive. This dream is supposed to encourage the dreamer to finally face a problem that has been hanging over his or her head.
Flying
According to the psychology and mental health website VeryWell Mind, dreams about flying often represent two very different sides. It can represent feelings of freedom and independence. However, it can also represent wanting to escape from what is going on currently in your life.
Sources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dream-factory/201411/whats-behind-your-recurring-dreams
http://mentalfloss.com/article/55442/12-common-dreams-and-what-they-supposedly-mean
https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-your-dreams-2795935
