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Ayush Srivastava

6 papers in the library · publishing 2024-2026

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Are Dream Experiences Truly Novel?

Obnovljeni život January 7, 2026 Ayush Srivastava

In this paper, I will delve into Evan Thompson’s analysis of dream experiences, which has challenged philosophers and scholars in the past. Many thinkers argue that dreams are not conscious experiences; there is an opposite view in which philosophers still argue for dreams as conscious phenomena. The paper primarily focuses on the hypothesis: ‘Thompson’s explication of dreams as conscious...

Subjective and Objective: The Two Faces of Dream Experiences

Atlantika. November 10, 2025 Ayush Srivastava

In this paper, I examine the relationship between subjective and objective experiences in dreams, highlighting their psychological and philosophical significance. Dreams act as a space where personal emotions and universal symbols intersect, offering insights into human consciousness. Historical perspectives- from ancient traditions to Freudian and Jungian theories- inform our understanding of...

Reality in Sleep: Consciousness, Dreams, and the Self

Journal of Applied Consciousness Studies July 1, 2025 Ayush Srivastava

Background: Dreams have intrigued thinkers across disciplines due to their immersive and often perplexing nature. They raise fundamental questions regarding consciousness, knowledge, morality, and the self. Traditional views often reject the conscious nature of dreams, while recent developments in lucid dream research challenge these assumptions. Aims and Objectives: This paper explores whether...

An Investigation of Lucid Dreaming and Dream Yoga for Mental Health

University Library Heidelberg December 14, 2024 Ayush Srivastava

In this paper, I will explore the Tibetan Buddhist practice of dream yoga as a means of improving mental well-being through lucid dreaming. It discusses the psychological and spiritual benefits, including emotional regulation, reduced nightmares, enhanced creativity, and some difficulties with maintaining lucidity and cultural considerations involved. Key questions addressed include- ‘In what...

From Insight to Action: How Dreams Foster Self-Reliance

Vantage Journal of Thematic Analysis October 31, 2024 Ayush Srivastava

This paper explores the role of dreams in fostering self-reliance through a comprehensive examination of psychological theories and contemporary research on dream experiences. Building on the foundational work of Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung, it delves into modern perspectives from neuroscience and cognitive science that highlight the adaptive functions of dreams. Techniques such as dream...