Subjective and Objective: The Two Faces of Dream Experiences
Atlantika. November 10, 2025 DOI: 10.69577/2965-6257.2025.44 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Keywords | Freudian slip Dream Existentialism Consciousness Identity music Subconscious Bridge graph theory Qualia Self Aesthetics Psychoanalysis Epistemology Space punctuation Meaning existential Jungian analytical psychology |
| Key points | Argues that dreams bridge personal identity and universal human experience, revealing internal conflicts and offering insights into consciousness and reality. |
Abstract
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 dreams’ meanings. Subjective elements reveal the dreamer’s inner world, while objective aspects reflect shared symbols and archetypes, hinting at a collective unconscious. This dynamic reveals internal conflicts and moments of clarity, bearing therapeutic and existential relevance. Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and cultural studies, the paper explores how dreams bridge personal identity and universal human experience, deepening our understanding of consciousness and reality.