What sex dreams really mean

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October 21, 2025 What sex dreams really mean By Angela Haupt Editor, Health and Wellness If you wake up feeling hot and bothered—or super confused—following an intimate dream, you're not alone. It's a common experience, and it doesn't necessarily mean what you think it does. TIME contributor Stacey Colino talked to experts about common themes in these dreams, plus how to make sense of them. READ MORE » If you have a minute, please take our quick survey to help us better understand who you are and which health topics interest you most. Take the Survey WHAT ELSE TO READ In Defense of Spoiling the End of the TV Show Some people (like me) need to know how books, movies, and TV shows end when they're at the beginning.   Should You Work Out If Your Muscles Are Sore? How to tell when to push it, and when to back off.   How to Break 8 Toxic Communication Habits Plus, what to do if your friend monopolizes the conversation or constantly one-ups you.   If you were forwarded this and want to sign up to receive it daily, click here. Today's newsletter was written by Angela Haupt and edited by Mandy Oaklander.   Want more from TIME? Sign up for our other newsletters.         Subscribe to TIME TIME may receive compensation for some links to products and services in this email. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Connect with TIME via Facebook | Twitter | Newsletters PRIVACY POLICY | YOUR CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS Questions? Contact newsletters@time.com Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here © 2025 TIME USA, LLC. All rights reserved. TIME Customer Service, P.O. Box 37508 Boone, IA 50037-0508, United States of America Terms of Service