I propose to take into consideration how the semiotics of my lens in the infamous platform have tackled certain delicate questions which are determined by the tension between the need to construct human presence in public space and the need to characterise any type of textuality. Here I add purposely free verse poetry to challenge certain formalist positions of Greimas semiotics. I want to emphasise on what is contrary to transversality of meaning and specificity of visual texts. 

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Dreams Deciphered: A Journey Between Science and the Metaphysical

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Dream interpretation, encompassing the divide between scientific rigor and the colloquially termed 'hocus pocus', reveals a fascinating interplay of perspectives. This dichotomy significantly shapes the narratives we weave around our nocturnal mind wanderings.

Modern science, armed with its ever-evolving research and tools, has made considerable strides in the study of dreams. Neuroscientists use advanced techniques, such as MRI scans, to uncover the processes that generate dreams during the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep phase. Cognitive psychologists propose that dreams are an extension of our brain's daily processing of experiences and emotional occurrences.

Esteemed psychologists like Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung have presented theories that, while intriguing, tread a fine line between science and conjecture due to their subjective nature. Freud's view of dreams as expressions of suppressed desires and Jung's belief in dreams compensating for underdeveloped aspects of our psyche have stirred considerable debate, primarily due to the lack of solid empirical evidence supporting their theories.

Contrastingly, interpretations of dreams that fall outside the scientific realm typically draw from spiritual, metaphysical, or cultural beliefs. These interpretations attribute dreams to divine revelations, prophecies, or subconscious fears and desires. Individuals who engage in such practices often do so without any formal scientific training but manage to wield significant influence within their circles.

The simplicity of those who advocate and those who subscribe to such interpretations can be a contentious point. Skeptics often label these interpretations as 'hocus pocus', arguing that they are based on personal convictions and cultural traditions rather than empirical evidence. These critics assert that such approaches are not only unreliable but can also mislead those seeking solace or direction, taking advantage of their susceptibilities.

Despite this critique, there exists a segment of society that finds a profound connection with these unscientific interpretations. To them, dreams are more than neurological phenomena; they serve as a conduit to a realm beyond the physical world. Dreams become a platform for spiritual exploration and personal introspection, offering comfort, guidance, and a sense of connectedness to a reality that transcends the tangible. The adherents of these interpretations view dreams not as an artifact of brain activity but as a mystical journey into a world unbounded by physical limitations.

Therefore, dream interpretation remains a multifaceted issue, informed by a confluence of scientific understanding, cultural influences, and personal beliefs. The stark contrast between scientific and unscientific interpretations highlights the diverse ways humans seek to understand their experiences, either through the lens of empirical evidence or through a deeper connection with the metaphysical world.

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In sleep's vast domain,

A journey deep, untamed.

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Clock's beep, time's grain,

Echoes in the brain.

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Couchemare, a spectral plane,

A dance of thoughts, in chain.

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Nightmare's dance, a ghostly stain,

Hocupucus, the mystery's mane.

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Sleep, deep, beep in refrain,

Couchemare, nightmare, hocupucus' reign.