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Back to EpisodesWhy the Brain Dreams
Season 1
Episode 40
Published 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Description
This episode explores the science of dreaming based on chapters 9 and 10 of Why We Sleep by sleep researcher Matthew Walker. We break down what REM sleep is, why the brain dreams, and how dreaming helps process emotions, reduce stress, and support creativity—using simple language and clear science.