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  Matthew Walker, professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and author of the new book Why We Sleep, has demonstrated that people who achieved REM sleep during a nap were better able to judge facial expressions afterward than those who'd napped without reaching REM. REM sleep (rapid eye movement sleep) is when we tend to dream more vividly. It is unique to mammals and birds. It is distinguished by the movement of the eyes and low muscle tone throughout the body.
  Several studies in recent years have suggested that REM sleep can affect how accurately people can read emotions and process external stimuli. REM sleep has been called a data dump. It is thought that much of the emotional charge of our day is released as we dream.
  The benefit of dreaming is just another reason to get plenty of rest.
  This week, set your intention to get a good night's rest. Apparently sweet dreams do matter!
  January 21st, 2018 | Tags: body, debra basham, DebraBasham.com, holistic health, Matthew Walker, mind, natural health, REM sleep, Rubin Naiman, SCS Matters, scs-matters.com, spirit, tips for well-being, wellness, Why We Sleep | Category: Debra's Wellness Tips