Oh, this is perfect, as one of my recurring themes came up in my dream last night.
I - since I was younger - when I'd dream of being underwater, it was typically dreams of drowning. This was strange because I never had any experiences of drowning in my youth, and, in fact, love being in the water - I grew up in it, always in the pool or o…
Oh, this is perfect, as one of my recurring themes came up in my dream last night.
I - since I was younger - when I'd dream of being underwater, it was typically dreams of drowning. This was strange because I never had any experiences of drowning in my youth, and, in fact, love being in the water - I grew up in it, always in the pool or ocean. What was curious about my dreams of drowning, however, is that I'd jerk awake from them with a feeling that I was taking my first gasp of air - for, while having the dream of being underwater, I was also holding my breath in real life. So the feeling of having been "drowned" would also come through into my waking. It wasn't a case of sleep apnea (I have no other symptoms), and it happened irregularly.
Unrelated to this, I did a past life regression in which I discovered I - unsurprisingly - died by drowning in a past life. However, after reliving that experience, the drowning dreams never happened again. Dreams of me being in the water, or underwater, continued - but now in "dream logic" I never worried about whether I could breathe or not - I'll just breathe underwater.
Last night's dream is fragmented, and I don't remember much, but what I do remember is swimming in crystal blue water, diving under it to explore the coral reefs, and in general, just playing in and under the water with the people I was with. It was a dream that had me feeling light and joyous when I woke.
It's so interesting how physical dynamics show up in the dreamscape as well? I wonder what may be causing you to hold your breath...and why does the psyche image that as drowning vs something else? Swimming in/going under the water can sometimes speak to being within the unconscious, which is also what dreams are, submergence in that space. Were you perhaps touching into something deeper that caused the body to tense, and now that you've processed it, you have a greater sense of ease, breathing where before you struggled?
Water dreams are deeply complex, I've written about them a few times on my Substack. Not only is it submergence in the unconscious, but touches us into the fluidity of psyche, the mercurial depths of our being, it helps us dissolve what is rigid, tune into where currents are forming and moving.
Sounds like a beautiful soul evolution 🌊 from fear to joy. I'm a mermaid who adores water; I swim in open waters and sing for her daily. I used to dream of boats sinking, etc. For me, it was an invitation to dive into the depths of my emotions and heal my trauma. My dreambody sometimes flies over the water. But most dreams are about co-creating with others, which often gets messy! I'd love to play in coral reefs 🐠
Fellow mermaid! Yes, I've always been drawn to the ocean and just resting in the waters.
It does seem it was some unresolved trauma that carried over into this life, something I likely still have to alchemise as I journey through, as you said, from fear to joy.
It must be beautiful to fly over the water in your dreamscape 🌊
I've not heard of dreams being of co-creating with others, now I'm curious....
Funny 😁 we’re watching a show “The Regime” that features a couple who have shared dreams. I’ve not experienced that. My dreams are about collaborations; I should ask my dream co-creators if they recall our wild events. 👍🏼
When dreamers begin working together in gathering circles, sometimes the same dream appears to multiple members. It can also happen to those who are closely linked. Although it is quite rare :)
Interesting, thank you, Alyssa. 🙏🏼 I played with lucid dreaming techniques a few years back, and share dreams with a few devoted dreamers. I recently had a nightmare about one beloved soul sister. Haven't told her yet. 🤪
PS. I've journaled my dreams for 50 years. When I break out my teenage dream journals, It's crazy how similar the themes are to current dreams. Thank you for such an excellent topic and invitation to growth.
Hmm 🤔 Dad’s a retired minister and Jungian psych; Jung’s “Man and His Symbols” was among my fave childhood books. Dreams & cultures, illustrated. I’ve always soaked up mystical knowledge like a sponge (first novel series planned title was “mystic wisdom.”) Why I enjoy your Stack 🥰
Oh, this is perfect, as one of my recurring themes came up in my dream last night.
I - since I was younger - when I'd dream of being underwater, it was typically dreams of drowning. This was strange because I never had any experiences of drowning in my youth, and, in fact, love being in the water - I grew up in it, always in the pool or ocean. What was curious about my dreams of drowning, however, is that I'd jerk awake from them with a feeling that I was taking my first gasp of air - for, while having the dream of being underwater, I was also holding my breath in real life. So the feeling of having been "drowned" would also come through into my waking. It wasn't a case of sleep apnea (I have no other symptoms), and it happened irregularly.
Unrelated to this, I did a past life regression in which I discovered I - unsurprisingly - died by drowning in a past life. However, after reliving that experience, the drowning dreams never happened again. Dreams of me being in the water, or underwater, continued - but now in "dream logic" I never worried about whether I could breathe or not - I'll just breathe underwater.
Last night's dream is fragmented, and I don't remember much, but what I do remember is swimming in crystal blue water, diving under it to explore the coral reefs, and in general, just playing in and under the water with the people I was with. It was a dream that had me feeling light and joyous when I woke.
It's so interesting how physical dynamics show up in the dreamscape as well? I wonder what may be causing you to hold your breath...and why does the psyche image that as drowning vs something else? Swimming in/going under the water can sometimes speak to being within the unconscious, which is also what dreams are, submergence in that space. Were you perhaps touching into something deeper that caused the body to tense, and now that you've processed it, you have a greater sense of ease, breathing where before you struggled?
Water dreams are deeply complex, I've written about them a few times on my Substack. Not only is it submergence in the unconscious, but touches us into the fluidity of psyche, the mercurial depths of our being, it helps us dissolve what is rigid, tune into where currents are forming and moving.
Wow, this is beautiful, and definitely something for me to dive into more - I'll begin by going through your substack on water dreams!
Thank you for introducing such a fascinating topic.
You're welcome! Hope you enjoy the other articles and offerings :)
Sounds like a beautiful soul evolution 🌊 from fear to joy. I'm a mermaid who adores water; I swim in open waters and sing for her daily. I used to dream of boats sinking, etc. For me, it was an invitation to dive into the depths of my emotions and heal my trauma. My dreambody sometimes flies over the water. But most dreams are about co-creating with others, which often gets messy! I'd love to play in coral reefs 🐠
Your dream sounds beautiful, Christine!
Fellow mermaid! Yes, I've always been drawn to the ocean and just resting in the waters.
It does seem it was some unresolved trauma that carried over into this life, something I likely still have to alchemise as I journey through, as you said, from fear to joy.
It must be beautiful to fly over the water in your dreamscape 🌊
I've not heard of dreams being of co-creating with others, now I'm curious....
Funny 😁 we’re watching a show “The Regime” that features a couple who have shared dreams. I’ve not experienced that. My dreams are about collaborations; I should ask my dream co-creators if they recall our wild events. 👍🏼
When dreamers begin working together in gathering circles, sometimes the same dream appears to multiple members. It can also happen to those who are closely linked. Although it is quite rare :)
Interesting, thank you, Alyssa. 🙏🏼 I played with lucid dreaming techniques a few years back, and share dreams with a few devoted dreamers. I recently had a nightmare about one beloved soul sister. Haven't told her yet. 🤪
PS. I've journaled my dreams for 50 years. When I break out my teenage dream journals, It's crazy how similar the themes are to current dreams. Thank you for such an excellent topic and invitation to growth.
Wow, 50 years, that's amazing! What urged you to track your dreams at a young age?
I wish I had been more diligent about that. I only have some from my childhood, one's that stood out or recurred quite often.
Hmm 🤔 Dad’s a retired minister and Jungian psych; Jung’s “Man and His Symbols” was among my fave childhood books. Dreams & cultures, illustrated. I’ve always soaked up mystical knowledge like a sponge (first novel series planned title was “mystic wisdom.”) Why I enjoy your Stack 🥰