The Ultimate Resource for Exploring the World of DreamsAs the very first contemporary all-in-one dream handbook, "All About Dreams" is a must-have for every curious dreamer who has ever wondered at the real meaning of dreams, why we have them, how to interpret them, why they are important, and how to actively use them in waking life.Dipping into the ancient well of dream history, internationally renowned dreamwork pioneer Gayle Delaney whisks us along on a brief and fascinating tour of the roots of our thinking about dreams--from Aristotle's empirical thinking to Freud's sex-centric worldview; from Egyptian and Greek perspectives to Jewish beliefs drawn from the Old Testament; from Hindu and Chinese traditions to modern Western ideas--and merges these historical, philosophical, religious, and psychological threads with today's newest thinking about dream interpretation and the latest techniques being used around the world. A masterful survey of the fact and fiction surrounding dreams, as well as a hands-on guide to working directly with your own powerful dream images, "All About Dreams" shows you how to: Master Delaney's amazingly effective self-interviewing technique for dream interpretation Direct your dreaming to solve problems Organize your own dream study group or find a dream specialist Put your dreams to work in all areas in your lifeComplete with a resource list of the best dream books, tapes, videos, study groups, and Web sites, this lively and thorough volume is the ultimate guide to the mysterious and alluring realm of nocturnal fantasies, nightmares, and visions.