![]() ![]() Empirical research has also supported findings that resolution of a recurrent dream is associated with improved well-being (Zadra, 1996). Resolution of this theme over time is a good sign that the trauma has been confronted and adaptively integrated into the psyche. The Tidal Wave dream is a common dream to experience following trauma or abuse, and often becomes a recurrent theme that reflects a person’s struggling with integrating and accepting the trauma. The Tidal Wave dream is an example of a Central Image that represents overwhelming emotions such as helplessness and fear. In a previous post, I discussed the idea that dreams often portray a Central Image, a powerful dream image that contextualizes a certain emotion or conflict for the dreamer. Theorists suggest that these themes may be considered “scripts” (Spoormaker, 2008) or perhaps “complexes” ( Freud 1950) as soon as your dream touches any aspect of the theme, the full script unfolds in completion.ĭream theorists generally agree that recurring dreams are connected to unresolved problems in the life of the dreamer.
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