I woke up with nightmares again today. My T says I should put less pressure on myself to remember whatever this recurring nightmare is. From the little I can tell him about the dream, he says it sounds more like a memory than just a run-of-the-mill nightmare, and blocking it out of my conscious mind is not a sign of weakness, but a "normal" response to trauma.

I think that the sooner I remember whatever this is and address it, the sooner the nightmares stop. What do you guys think? Any tips on remembering the dream? I have a notepad next to the bed, but by the time I stop gasping for air and realize I'm awake, the dream is gone. I'll still be shaking, but have no memory of the dream.