Dreaming the Social: From 9/11 to Covid

Dreaming the Social explores the potential of social dreaming to help access things we know but are unable to think, except through the complex activity of dreaming. Based on research studies, group sessions, and mass dreaming experiments, the book discusses people's experiences of dreaming during times of change, transition, and upheaval and offers insights into the power of social dreaming.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book "Dreaming the Social" explores the power of social dreaming as a tool to address contemporary issues and heal social fragmentation and large-scale trauma. Since the events of 9/11, the world has been teetering on the brink of disaster, exacerbated by global warming, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the war in Ukraine. These global and national events have unexpectedly shaped our lives since the first edition in 2009. This new edition delves into the potential of social dreaming to access insights that we know but are unable to think through the complex process of dreaming.

Based on research studies, group sessions, and mass dreaming experiments, the book explores people's experiences of dreaming during times of change, transition, and upheaval. It discusses the insights that these dreams offer and will be of great interest to professionals in the fields of dreams, psychotherapy, and clinical psychology.

The book highlights the importance of dreaming as a means of personal and collective healing. It encourages individuals to explore their dreams and use them as a tool for self-reflection, growth, and social change. Social dreaming can help us connect with others on a deeper level, understand our collective unconscious, and address the underlying causes of social fragmentation and trauma.

The book also provides practical techniques and exercises for practicing social dreaming. It guides individuals in creating safe and supportive spaces for dreaming, exploring their dreams with others, and using dreamwork to address social and environmental issues.

In conclusion, "Dreaming the Social" offers a powerful and innovative approach to addressing contemporary challenges and promoting social healing. By exploring the power of social dreaming, we can reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the world around us and create a more compassionate and inclusive society.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032551043
Edition number: 2 ed