Unit Plan: Dreams vs. Reality
Theme Concept: When we dream, we do not have control over what our bodies do. Dreams are so strange to us because they blur the boundaries of the body and mind. We also do not have direct control over what we dream. Dreams can be unsettling to some people because of this vulnerability—we have lost control and order in our lives. During the waking day however, we are aware of our decisions and actions.
People believe that dreams (or the subconscious) and the conscious mind can overlap. In order for this to happen there is a disconnect between the body and mind. Usually when the body is unwell, our subconscious (dreams) are off; when our dreams are unsettling, our bodies may lose sleep, and in turn suffer. So, how do we find balance between the two? Is there a way to find order and balance between reality/body and the mind/dreams?
People believe that dreams (or the subconscious) and the conscious mind can overlap. In order for this to happen there is a disconnect between the body and mind. Usually when the body is unwell, our subconscious (dreams) are off; when our dreams are unsettling, our bodies may lose sleep, and in turn suffer. So, how do we find balance between the two? Is there a way to find order and balance between reality/body and the mind/dreams?