Like, I get that dreams are probably a way for the brain to sort and store its recent experiences, but why/how do we even remember those dreams? I can’t think of what purpose that could serve, other than to make me question my sanity.

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    8 days ago

    Additionaly, there is wide variance between individuals. Some folks can control dreams, making up the story as they go with deliberate decisions. I’ve had this several times. Also, some medications have significant effects on dreaming. Overall, the various states of consciousness and the functioning of memory are poorly understood.