Dream Quote by Kenneth Calhoun
““If you stay awake long enough, you have dreams whether you're sleeping or not, hallucinations. It's where we really live, and when we're awake, we're just coming up for air.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Dreaming, Kenneth Calhoun, 2015
Dreams persist whether awake or asleep, representing a deeper reality we inhabit, while waking life feels like brief respites.
In simple terms: Dreams are a constant reality; waking is brief.
Explore the insights from your dream state.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- creative work
- meditation
- problem solving
- emotional processing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your dreams inform your waking decisions?
- What does “living in dreams” mean to you?
Dreams can be misinterpreted as mere fantasy.