dreams and bonding with your kids

For those folks who are so busy that you fall asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow, then in the morning, have to "hit the ground running, it's not easy to recall your dreams. For many of us, we may remember snatches of dreams only to forget them by breakfast. A useful tool for those too busy to write them down upon waking is to share them with the first person you encounter, like your partner or roommate. For moms on the go, discussing your dreams with your children as they are getting dressed or on the way to school, is a great way to bond (age-appropriateness must be considered, of course). Sharing dreams will help you with recall (so that when you have time to journal, things are fresher in your mind) It also gives your child a sense that his/her subconscious thoughts are important too.

Now, some of you may wonder, why is dream recall even necessary in the first place. I am a strong believer that through altered states such as dreams and meditation, we are able to receive more clearly those messages that the universe has laid out to guide us though life. Sometimes those messages may come through an ancestor that appears to us in a dream or vision. Other times, a younger version of you may tell you what you need to know. For some, its the voice you recognize as that of the Creator that brings the clarity you seek. Our dreams are important tools for obtaining knowledge and for manifesting intentions for our lives.

Through remembering and analyzing your dreams you can unveil your soul's true desires and those obstacles that block them from coming into fruition. Using dream incubation, you can manifest the best things your life has to offer. By talking to your child about his/her dreams, you can give your child those same powerful tools for manifesting as well. In addition, this may allow some insight into your child's anxieties, fears, desires,etc.

Another thing that you might try with your kids is dream sharing. The ability to step into each other's dreams is a powerful bonding tool. Say, it's the middle of winter. It's cold. You and your family want to take a vacation together but time, finances, etc. may make it difficult. Make a dream appointment with your family to meet somewhere warm and fun. Talk before bed about where you want to go and what you want to do together. Be creative and be willing to commit to it. Even if it sounds or feels goofy. The more you do it, the more it will seem like a fun family ritual.