Nick Norman, writer and researcher
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Exploring what happens when dreams and waking life meet.

My work explores how trauma affects our dreams, with a particular interest in ways dreams and waking life influence one another.

The Story Behind the Research

How my interest in dreams began

Years of frightening and unusual dream experiences I could not explain eventually led me to research firsthand accounts and perspectives from around the world. Read My Story →

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Research & Analysis

My work focuses on identifying patterns, connections, and gaps in research surrounding dreams, sleep, trauma, and unusual experiences. This involves examining firsthand accounts, international legal cases, medical testimony, neuroscience, sleep research, and mental health literature.

The goal is to bring greater attention to underreported dream experiences, deepen public understanding, and connect individuals, researchers, and health organizations, with the knowledge, resources, and relationships needed to advance their work and support their communities.

Writing & Investigations

Articles, case observations, and investigations into dreams, trauma, and unusual experiences during sleep and waking life.

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Project Portfolio

Selected work in program development, technology, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.

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Inside the Dream Realm

A memoir manuscript documenting decades of personal dream experiences and the questions they continue to raise.

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Reflections

Short reflections on dream research, trauma, unusual sleep experiences, and findings that raise new questions.

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Interviews, speaking & collaborations

Interested in inviting me onto your podcast, arranging an interview, or discussing a collaboration? I'd be glad to hear from you.

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