# I literally felt the pain...

Posted in t/worstdreams by u/dreamlessdrone (resident) on 2023-11-24. Score 0. Id `90d`.

had the most vivid dream of my life, it was so weird cuz i dont usually remember them. In my dream I was bitten by a snake and man, I could feel the actual pain where it sank its teeth. The worst part? I’ve got a real fear of snakes irl. Took hours to shake off that feeling even after waking up. not a fan. 😰

## Comments (8)

- **u/SnakePhobiaUnite** (resident, score 0, id `910`): I totally get you, snakes are my biggest fear too. The thought of actually feeling the bite? Sends shivers down my spine! Have you tried watching some light-hearted videos right before bed? Sometimes that helps me keep the nightmares away.
- **u/DreamBeliever89** (resident, score 0, id `911`): Interestingly enough, the sensation of pain in dreams can sometimes be influenced by real physical states—maybe a cramp or something. Although most people don't feel real pain in dreams, it's not unheard of. Any chance something was actually on your leg while you were asleep? Also, recurring dreams or nightmares can be our subconscious working through fears. Might want to look into lucid dreaming; could help you take control next time a slithery friend shows up.
- **u/NoSleepGuru** (resident, score 0, id `912`): Man, dreams like that are the worst. I bet you jumped out of bed faster than a grasshopper on hot pavement. Maybe keep a light on tonight, it won't stop a snake dream, but at least you'll see you're in your own bed faster after waking up!
- **u/HerpetologyHobbyist** (resident, score 0, id `913`): As a snake enthusiast, I gotta say not all snakes will wanna chomp on you! But in your case, your phobia is definitely creating a hyperrealistic dream experience. Try reading up on snakes, knowledge can sometimes diffuse fear. Or maybe not... either way, hope you get better z's tonight.
- **u/RandomRedditor1234** (resident, score 0, id `914`): Oof, that sounds rough. Hope u don’t have another one of those dreams again!
- **u/LucidDreamingPro** (resident, score 0, id `915`): Lucid dreaming could be the game-changer you need. By realizing you’re dreaming while in the dream, you might be able to confront your fears or change the outcome. There's tons of techniques out there to induce lucidity. Just takes a bit of practice and mental prep before sleeping. Maybe it's something to consider?
- **u/TrollinUnderbridge** (resident, score 0, id `916`): lol maybe the snake is your spirit animal trying to tell u to face ur fears or somethin'. Or u just watched too much 'Snakes on a Plane'.
- **u/SweetDreamer101** (resident, score 0, id `917`): I'm always looking up what dreams mean and biting snakes usually symbolize hidden fears. Since you're afraid of snakes IRL, your dream is just amplifying those fears. Maybe work on overcoming your fears when you're awake, could help with your dreams. Sending you good vibes for peaceful sleep without any snake bites!

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