Dream Incubation: THE Complete Guide (5 Easy Steps)
Dream incubation is a way of asking your subconscious for guidance in the form of a dream. It is one of the simplest ways to connect with the deeper parts of yourself, and it can bring clarity, solutions, and direction. In this article, I will share what dream incubation is, how to incubate a dream step by step, and examples from my own life where dreams have offered guidance. You will also learn how to interpret the symbols that appear and how to strengthen your practice through respect, sincerity, and keeping a dream journal. Let’s begin with a closer look at what dream incubation is and how it works. Table of Contents What Is Dream Incubation? How to Practice Dream Incubation (Step-by-Step) Examples of Dream Incubation in Action How to Interpret Your Dreams How to Strengthen the Practice (3 Tips) What Exactly Is a Dream? FAQ Next Steps: Programming Your Subconscious What Is Dream Incubation? Dream incubation describes a method that evokes dreams from our subconscious, usually in response to a question or concern we have in our daily lives. For example, perhaps you are thinking of changing your career and are unsure of what field you should choose. Maybe you’re thinking of investing some money or moving overseas. Either way, you can use your dreams for guidance. When I have questions or a major decision to make, I always rely on my dreams for help. Just before going to sleep, while lying in bed, I will repeat to my subconscious what I need. I might say something like: “Tonight, I will dream and I will remember my dream and the dream will be about … (whatever I am looking for).” I will repeat this affirmation ten or twenty times and relax, knowing my subconscious will respond to my request - and it usually does. Our subconscious hears our every word and thought. It communicates with the web or reality and has access to information the mind cannot obtain on its own. Our subconscious is a part of us, and dreams are one it its ways of communicating with us. So, of course, I listen to them. How to Practice Dream Incubation (Step-by-Step) Step 1: Focus Immerse yourself in the area where you want answers. Go over all the information you have available, look at all the possibilities. Do not worry about finding a solution at this point. Supply your mind with as much information as you can. Your subconscious will sort through it all in its own mysterious way. You will soon see there are many different options you have, and many choices you can make. Notice which ones appeal to you and why. Do you have a good feeling about some and a bad feeling about others? Just take note of how you feel. Step 2: Assess Ask yourself two very important questions. First: "Do I really want to know the answer to the question I’m facing?" Since dream incubation can be a powerful process, don’t waste your [...]