Dreamwork
Dreams offer us insights that our waking minds either cannot process or choose to ignore. They can serve as early warnings of physical illness and uncover the root causes of psychological distress.
Beyond that, dreams act as oracles, alerting us to future possibilities. By paying attention to them, we can either change our course to avoid unwanted outcomes or better prepare for what lies ahead. They also reveal how we may be sabotaging ourselves and highlight the changes needed to align with our desired lives.
“The dream, we would say, originates in an unknown part of the psyche and prepares the dreamer for the events of the following day.” C.G. Jung
Dreams function as guides in many ways, providing direction when we feel lost or uncertain. They also play a vital role in healing the mind and body—a truth the ancient Greeks deeply understood. The demi-god Asclepius, whose staff remains a symbol of medicine today, oversaw sanctuaries where dreamwork was considered essential to the healing process.
To ignore our dreams is to disregard a profound source of wisdom and restoration. Yet understanding their language takes practice. Dreams communicate through images and symbols, a mode of expression that may seem nonsensical at first but holds deep meaning for those who learn to interpret it.