Daytime mind wandering is linked to dream content while asleep, study finds

Our default waking mode (and also during dreaming phases of sleep) is not a brain at rest, but what is known as mind wandering.

Dreams feel as real as life—the primary distinction between dreaming and waking consciousness is an absence of a sense of self, insight, self-reflection. You aren't surprised that you can fly, walk through walls, or meet long-dead animal companions, lovers, parents, or siblings. You are along for the ride, watching a movie that someone else is dire

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