OK, I understand. I just thought that if one wasn't ready to face the trauma they could work on the nightmares because in that way the subconscious feeds you a little at a time, as the mind can only take so much.

Also, even now that the nightmares stopped, I sometimes have a really bizarre dreams. It used to bother me, but now it doesn't bother me because I understand it even if it has nothing to do with the trauma.

I suppose trying to learn dream interpretation is too time consuming. I just felt it is worth the while for peace of mind, when a dream bothers a person even though it has nothing to do with their trauma.

I won't bother with it anymore unless some one specifically asks for help.

Evie, I apologize for posting this thread. I didn't mean to discredit the hard work you put forth in healing. I was just frustrated because I felt that my work at healing was discredited.

Tammy