Misconceptions About Dreams | Mental Floss

What happens if you die in your dream? How does one have a "lucid dream"? And was my mom right when she told me not to eat cheese before bed or I would have some really funky dreams? In this episode of Misconceptions, we're talking about those strange (and sometimes scary) movies that play in our heads at night. Let's debunk all of those dream myths you've heard throughout your life. Join host Justin Dodd in an endless pursuit of the truth. Mental Floss is the home for all things curious. Subscribe here for new Mental Floss videos every Wednesday at 3pm (and don't forget the bell!):    / @mentalfloss   Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW:    / @mentalfloss   About Mental Floss: Mental Floss is where curious people come for trivia-tastic information. Mental Floss produces lists of fun facts, debunks common misconceptions, and tells untold stories from history, science, culture and more. Website: http://www.mentalfloss.com Twitter:   / mental_floss   Facebook:   / mentalflossmagazine   Copyright Notice: This video and YouTube channel contain dialog, music, and images that are property of Mental Floss. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 Mental Floss Misconceptions About Dreams | Mental Floss    / @mentalfloss