Method for altering recurring dreams including nightmares

A method of altering a recurring dream comprising the steps of:

• i. identifying an individual that has a recurring dream in need of alteration;
• ii. gathering data from the individual, wherein the data comprises a map of the dream in a timeline form;
• iii. inputting the gathered data into a Dream Alteration System (“DAS”) plan, wherein the DAS plan is presented in a form selected from the group consisting of a computer, book, CD, patent, patent application publication, and DVD;
• iv. identifying a key decision point in the recurring dream by eliciting a response from the individual and referencing the DAS for suggestions;
• v. identifying alternative paths from the key decision point by eliciting a response from the individual;
• vi. choosing a specific path from among the alternative paths;
• vii. determining a phrase to initiate the specific path by referencing the DAS plan for suggestions and eliciting a response from the individual;
• viii. inputting the selected path and word or phrase into the DAS plan;
• ix. creating an actionable dream strategy for modifying the outcome of the recurring dream, wherein the strategy includes the individual placing a physical copy of the DAS plan, or a representation of the plan on a device such as a computer or tablet, in proximity to a place where the individual sleeps;
• x. repeating the selected word or phrase directly prior to sleep to initiate the specific path;
• xi. transcribing the outcome of the altered dream into the DAS plan;
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• xii. comparing the gathered data of the recurring dream in need of alteration and the outcome of the altered dream with the DAS plan and with the DAS.