“We are not only less reasonable and less decent in our dreams... but we are also more intelligent, wiser, and better able to judge things.”
What this quote means
Anna Freud reminds us that our dreams are not only a refuge for our most primitive impulses; they are also a space where our intelligence and wisdom can express themselves without the filters of reality. In dreams, we solve problems, explore possibilities, and access clarity we lack when awake. This quote encourages us to pay attention to our dreams as a source of guidance and creativity.
How to apply it daily
Keep a dream journal by your bedside. Each morning, jot down a dream and reflect on what it might reveal about a current decision or challenge.
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