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Dreaming Quote by Neil Gaiman

“So what I want to know is, when I'm asleep, do I really remember how to fly? And forget how when I wake up? Or am I just dreaming I can fly?" "When you dream, sometimes you remember. When you wake, you always forget." "But that's not fair!" "No.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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““So what I want to know is, when I'm asleep, do I really remember how to fly? And forget how when I wake up? Or am I just dreaming I can fly?" "When you dream, sometimes you remember. When you wake, you always forget." "But that's not fair!" "No.””

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

Source Interview: Neil Gaiman discussing dreams, 2023

Dreams blur the line between memory and imagination, causing us to forget waking abilities.

In simple terms: Dreams make us forget waking skills.

Key Takeaway

Explore how dreams affect memory.

Themes

dreams memory imagination consciousness

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

philosophical contemplative

When to use this quote

  • sleep
  • creative work
  • learning
  • meditation

Key Concepts

psychology neuroscience philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you recall any dream skill upon waking?
  • How do dreams influence your waking life?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may not reflect reality.

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