We all dream; we do not understand our dreams, yet we act as if nothing strange goes on in our sleep minds, strange at least by comparison with the logical, purposeful doings of our minds when we are awake.
Erich FrommAbout author
- Author's profession: Psychologist, Philosopher
- Nationality: american
- Born: March 23, 1900
- Died: March 18, 1980
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