Mind-blowing Facts That Literally Nobody Has Heard Before

Dream, Dream, Dream...

So, when you dream, half of your brain projects itself onto the other. Technically speaking, one part of your brain tells a story in a language that is extremely difficult for the other side to interpret. That's why dreams can feel so outlandish and emotional. Your brain reacts to it like it would if you were watching a movie. 

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