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    Navigating the Wild World of WT* Dreams

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    Ever wondered why your brain treats you to the weirdest, most surreal movies during your slumber? You know, the kind of dreams that leave you so bewildered, that you consider texting your therapist? Well, welcome to the world of nocturnal cinema!

    Meet Dr Wendy Troxel, a clinical psychologist and the mastermind behind “Sharing the Covers: Every Couple’s Guide to Better Sleep.” She’s here to reassure you that those bizarre, unsettling dreams are perfectly normal. In fact, they might even be your brain’s way of dealing with the emotional rollercoaster of your waking life.

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    So, what triggers these oddball dreams? Dr. Troxel spills the beans on the top three culprits:

    1. The Sleep Scarcity Spectacle

    You might think that an extra hour of social media scrolling or a late-night group chat session is a fabulous idea, but it comes with consequences. Dr. Troxel reveals that a chronic lack of sleep or consistently poor-quality shut-eye is the prime suspect behind your dreamy oddities. “After a sleepless night, your brain cranks up the drama with extra intense dream sequences,” she explains. That means more brain action, resulting in vivid or downright bizarre dreams.

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    2. The Hormone Hijinks

    Ladies, your hormones are like mischievous shapeshifters, especially during that time of the month or when you’re expecting a bundle of joy. According to Dr. Troxel, these hormonal acrobatics affect both your body and mind. “Hormonal rollercoasters, coupled with the pre-baby stress, can take your dreams on a wild ride,” she notes.

    3. The Booze Beast

    You might believe that a nightcap or two can guarantee sweet dreams, but it’s all a myth. “Alcohol throws a wrench into your rapid eye movement sleep (REM sleep), the phase where most of your dreams unfold,” Dr. Troxel clarifies. This means that if you’re a regular drinker who decides to go alcohol-free, you’re in for a rebound of REM sleep and an increased chance of technicolour dream extravaganzas.

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    Now, if you’re keen on escaping the land of the bizarre dreamers, Dr. Troxel has a few extra tricks up her pyjama sleeve:

    Medication Check

    Peek at your pill bottles and see if those intense dreams are a listed side effect.

    Seek Professional Dream Guidance

    If you find yourself trapped in a never-ending loop of distressing dreams that venture into your daytime life or sabotage your sleep, Dr. Troxel suggests reaching out to dream whisperers for some expert guidance.

    So, there you have it, fellow dream adventurers! Embrace the surreal symphony of your slumber, and remember, even the wackiest dreams have their own kind of wisdom. 🌌😴✨

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