The Sour Cream Makes It Supreme | The History of Nightmares and The Legend of Mare

Episode 103 | "Some days I can be a goddess, some days I can be a demon." When dreams take a darker turn, Brooke and Mindy are here to explore and explain. In this power-packed episode, Brooke kicks off with a chilling recount of a shared dream from Gina. What starts as a mundane morning run swiftly becomes the stuff of horror films as Gina finds herself pursued by a relentless axe-wielding maniac. The dream offers an unsettling look into the depths of nighttime fears. However, the episode takes a more positive turn as Gina opens up about how therapy has played a crucial role in helping her overcome her own nighttime trauma, offering a glimmer of hope for those who've experienced their own sleep-related horrors. But it's not all shivers and scares. Mindy and Brooke interlace the episode with lighter (yet equally puzzling) 'catnaps'. Dive deep into these snippets of subconsciousness that range from sophisticated luncheons interrupted by unexpected shark guests to unexpected elementary school lunch, as well the President celebrating with a birthday with musical legends, and a whimsical musical themed birthday cake. And if that's not enough, brace yourselves for a string of pregnancy dreams that will leave you scratching your heads. Is there something in the water? And why are these dream babies so...odd? Mindy then shifts the focus to October and the history of nightmares. She delves into the centuries-old legend of the "Mare," exploring how these mythical creatures were believed to invade people's dreams and turn them into nightmarish experiences. Mindy also shares some old-time tips on how to protect oneself from the influence of these menacing entities, providing a fascinating insight into folklore and superstitions. In Episode 103 of REMelations, listeners traverse a spectrum of dreams, from Gina's unsettling nightmares to quirky lunch escapades. The episode peaks with Mindy's exploration of the ancient "Mare" myths, blending history with the enigmatic world of dreams. A captivating journey not to be missed! Help spread the word with this week's Celebrity Hashtag - #WhatDoesMarshallMathersDream   Support the Show Have a dream or listener story you want to share? Email: [email protected] Enjoying what you hear? Don't forget to join our sleepover squad for behind-the-scenes and extra content: https://www.REMelations.com/support Want to discuss dreams with besties just like you? Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/REMelationsBesties Ready to swag up your life? Shop our Merch store: https://remelations.com/store   Time Stamps & Content Warnings 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:18 - Quick Chat 00:01:47 - Gina's Morning Run Axe Murderer Dream 00:11:56 - Gina's Dream Interpretation 00:21:14 - Promo | Support the Show 00:21:46 - Catnap Intro 00:22:24 - Pizza Premonition Dream 00:28:40 - Ramen Baby Dream 00:30:17 - Bread Baby Dream 00:32:01 - Pickle Baby Dream 00:34:12 - Interrupted Luncheon Dream 00:39:38 - Unique School Lunch Dream 00:40:48 - Car Have and Have Nots Dream 00:42:23 - Musical Legends Dream 00:47:27 - Thank you 00:47:46 - Topic | History of Nightmares and The Legend of Mare 01:09:19 - Request for Nightmares 01:10:15 - Chitchat 01:17:03 - Wrap up 01:18:42 - End   Show Links Nightmares and Nightmare Disorders in Adults - https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nightmares-and-nightmare-disorder-in-adults/ The World's Oldest Nightmare Came From Egypt - https://www.nationalgeographic.com/premium/article/worlds-oldest-nightmare-ancient-egypt-dreams-sleep The Old Norse Myth of Mare: The Demon of Evil Nightmares - https://www.scarystudies.com/mare-demon-mythology/