Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself #418 Dream Interpretation with JM DeBord
This week on The Less Stressed Life, JM DeBord joins me to talk about decoding dreams, what they really mean, why they matter, and how they can guide us toward more awareness in our waking life. We dig into why violent or embarrassing dreams are not what they seem, why exes keep showing up, what it means when you smell things in dreams, and how dream journaling can be the “eighth habit” of highly effective people.
If you have ever woken up from a dream wondering “what the heck was that,” this conversation will help you understand the patterns, symbols, and stories your night brain is trying to tell you.
Find JM DeBord's new book, The Science of Paranormal here: https://jmdebord.com/
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Dreams are stories told in symbols, not literal predictions
- Violent dreams often point to boundaries or inner conflict, not hidden violence
- Ex dreams usually highlight patterns or feelings in current relationships
- Smells in dreams can reinforce the message of the story such as flowers, sewage, or food
- Journaling dreams improves recall and helps you recognize repeating themes
ABOUT GUEST:
JM DeBord, known online as “RadOwl,” is the author of several books on dreams, including the bestselling Dream Interpretation Dictionary. As moderator of Reddit’s r/Dreams forum, he has helped thousands make sense of their dream life with a blend of Jungian psychology and practical insight. Through his website Dreams123.com, courses, and trainings, JM makes dream interpretation accessible, showing how our night stories can guide healing, growth, and self-understanding.
WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://jmdebord.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/interpretdreams
Website: https://www.dreamschool.net/
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🍽️ Over restriction is dead
🥑 Whole food is soul food and fed is best
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🤝 You don’t have to figure it out alone
❤️ Do your best and leave the rest
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