In this conversation, we explore the spiritual meaning of dreams—why they feel so real, what they’re trying to tell us, and how they can help us heal and grow after loss.
Internationally renowned author and spiritual researcher Theresa Cheung joins me to unpack the mysterious world of dreams, nightmares, and even afterlife dream visits. We talk about why so many of our dreams are anxiety-filled, how nightmares are actually a form of tough love from the soul, and how your dreams may be offering you a powerful snapshot of your current mindset—and your potential future.
🌙 In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why Theresa believes we sleep to dream
How your dreams mirror your subconscious beliefs and spiritual path
Why being “lost” in a dream might mean you’re right where you need to be
How to invite more meaningful dreams and increase dream recall
The difference between symbolic dreams and true afterlife dream visits
How lucid dreams can help you experience your highest potential before it shows up in waking life
Why nightmares are not punishments—but urgent invitations to course-correct
📘 We also dive into Theresa’s debut novel Nightborn, a fast-paced spiritual thriller about a Jungian psychology professor who suddenly becomes the subject of global nightmares. As Theresa explains, the story is designed so you not only enjoy the plot—but also get a hidden masterclass in dream decoding as you read.
If you’ve ever:
Woken up from a dream that shook you to your core
Longed for a dream visit from a loved one in spirit
Or wondered whether your dreams are “just the brain” or something more…
…this conversation is for you. 💛
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00:00 ⏳ Introduction — Why Dreams Matter
A warm welcome and overview of Theresa Cheung’s work, including how dreams guide healing and spiritual growth.
02:15 🌙 Why We Sleep: Theresa’s Core Philosophy
Theresa explains why she believes we sleep in order to dream and how dreams mirror our spiritual evolution.
06:42 🧠 Real vs. Symbolic Dreams
How to tell whether a dream is symbolic, psychological, or a genuine spiritual communication.
12:10 💛 Afterlife Dream Visits
Signs of authentic dream visits from loved ones in spirit—and how they differ from ordinary dreams.
16:55 🌑 Nightmares as “Tough Love”
Why nightmares aren’t punishments but urgent messages from the subconscious calling you to pay attention.
22:18 🌀 Feeling Lost in Dreams
The deeper meaning behind dreams where you’re confused, wandering, or searching for something.
28:02 📚 Theresa’s Novel Nightborne
A look at how her fictional thriller doubles as a hidden dream-decoding masterclass.
33:40 🌟 Lucid Dreaming & Higher Potential
How lucid dreams can help you rehearse your future and embody your spiritual purpose.
38:56 ✨ Inviting Meaningful Dreams
Theresa shares simple practices to increase dream recall and invite life-changing dreams.
44:20 🙏 Final Reflections & How Dreams Heal Grief
We close with a discussion on dream messages during grief and how they help us transform loss into growth.
