I abandoned training as a theoretical physicist to independently study human psychology at a fundamental level. I left my position as the research director of the Minwax Co. because work at this wonderful company was seducing me away from my life’s quest. While living on my savings, I developed a theory of sleep that was ignored at the time but whose validity is being generally confirmed by current mainstream research. My early sleep research caught the attention of Dr. Joseph Weiss, who formulated the Control Mastery theory of psychotherapy and held similar views about dreams. He befriended me and mentored my understanding of his theory, leading me to join the San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group. I have authored 47 videos about Control Mastery theory that are on the ControlMastery channel of YouTube. I am currently developing a series of videos aimed at providing viewers with the psychological smarts they need to direct the trajectories of their lives. Those videos may found at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcVEWfVvZoizi88t0GnQ94A. The channel is called, The Emotional Intelligence to Live a Better Life.
This series of videos will give viewers everything they need to know about their psychological ma... more This series of videos will give viewers everything they need to know about their psychological makeup to direct the course of their lives.
My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1... more My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1970s. Thanks to intervening advances, many sleep researchers have ceased taking issue with the position I took nearly 50 years ago that adaptive learning permeates a significant portion of human sleep. I recommend a perusal of my research, despite its advanced age, because many of the predictions made back then have been verified experimentally, creating the possibility that other major predictions will prove accurate, as well, thereby providing a basis for taking sleep research in new directions. Some of these predictions are summarized in this note.
The following document offers an introduction to a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep... more The following document offers an introduction to a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the two on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances. 4. This paper then applies this general viewpoint to provide a possible explanation for the psychoanalytic finding that childhood memories actively participate in adult human behavior.
The following document offers the first part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-... more The following document offers the first part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the other on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
The following document offers the second part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep... more The following document offers the second part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the first paper on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
The following document offers a new perspective on Freud's botanical monograph dream based on the... more The following document offers a new perspective on Freud's botanical monograph dream based on the following assumptions: 1. The dream is an example of partial REM content since it probably related to only the last part of Freud's last REM dream of the night, but mostly because REM content recall was produced by conscious faculties that can unearth only explicit memories, which represent a small portion of any REM period's actual content. 2. The dream nevertheless can be seen as exemplifying parallel distributed processing, in that the dream can be examined by assuming that dream content unfolds in parallel on several thematic planes at the same time. 3. The dream can be analyzed with NO recourse to fanciful thinking. This is done by showing that the various subjects of the dream are accompanied by related past experiences that offer examples of lessons learned that bear directly on the dreamer's current life circumstances. 4. The object of the REM presentation in the motivational sphere is to build emotional support for actions to be carried out during the dreamer's subsequent waking interval. It is assumed that this emotional support acts much like post-hypnotic suggestions in guiding the dreamer during the next waking interval.
My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1... more My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1970s. I recommend a perusal of my research, despite its advanced age, because many of the predictions made back then have been verified experimentally, creating the possibility that other major predictions will prove accurate, as well, thereby providing a basis for taking sleep research in new directions. Some of these predictions are summarized in this note.
This series of videos will give viewers everything they need to know about their psychological ma... more This series of videos will give viewers everything they need to know about their psychological makeup to direct the course of their lives.
My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1... more My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1970s. Thanks to intervening advances, many sleep researchers have ceased taking issue with the position I took nearly 50 years ago that adaptive learning permeates a significant portion of human sleep. I recommend a perusal of my research, despite its advanced age, because many of the predictions made back then have been verified experimentally, creating the possibility that other major predictions will prove accurate, as well, thereby providing a basis for taking sleep research in new directions. Some of these predictions are summarized in this note.
The following document offers an introduction to a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep... more The following document offers an introduction to a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the two on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances. 4. This paper then applies this general viewpoint to provide a possible explanation for the psychoanalytic finding that childhood memories actively participate in adult human behavior.
The following document offers the first part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-... more The following document offers the first part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the other on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
The following document offers the second part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep... more The following document offers the second part of a minimally updated version of a theory of sleep-related memory processing that was essentially developed in the 1970s. Its possible pertinence to current research derives from the following circumstances. 1. This paper and the first paper on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory. 3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
The following document offers a new perspective on Freud's botanical monograph dream based on the... more The following document offers a new perspective on Freud's botanical monograph dream based on the following assumptions: 1. The dream is an example of partial REM content since it probably related to only the last part of Freud's last REM dream of the night, but mostly because REM content recall was produced by conscious faculties that can unearth only explicit memories, which represent a small portion of any REM period's actual content. 2. The dream nevertheless can be seen as exemplifying parallel distributed processing, in that the dream can be examined by assuming that dream content unfolds in parallel on several thematic planes at the same time. 3. The dream can be analyzed with NO recourse to fanciful thinking. This is done by showing that the various subjects of the dream are accompanied by related past experiences that offer examples of lessons learned that bear directly on the dreamer's current life circumstances. 4. The object of the REM presentation in the motivational sphere is to build emotional support for actions to be carried out during the dreamer's subsequent waking interval. It is assumed that this emotional support acts much like post-hypnotic suggestions in guiding the dreamer during the next waking interval.
My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1... more My documents posted on this website are mostly devoted to the sleep research I conducted in the 1970s. I recommend a perusal of my research, despite its advanced age, because many of the predictions made back then have been verified experimentally, creating the possibility that other major predictions will prove accurate, as well, thereby providing a basis for taking sleep research in new directions. Some of these predictions are summarized in this note.
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1. This paper and the two on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
4. This paper then applies this general viewpoint to provide a possible explanation for the psychoanalytic finding that childhood memories actively participate in adult human behavior.
1. This paper and the other on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
1. This paper and the first paper on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
1. The dream is an example of partial REM content since it probably related to only the last part of Freud's last REM dream of the night, but mostly because REM content recall was produced by conscious faculties that can unearth only explicit memories, which represent a small portion of any REM period's actual content.
2. The dream nevertheless can be seen as exemplifying parallel distributed processing, in that the dream can be examined by assuming that dream content unfolds in parallel on several thematic planes at the same time.
3. The dream can be analyzed with NO recourse to fanciful thinking. This is done by showing that the various subjects of the dream are accompanied by related past experiences that offer examples of lessons learned that bear directly on the dreamer's current life circumstances.
4. The object of the REM presentation in the motivational sphere is to build emotional support for actions to be carried out during the dreamer's subsequent waking interval. It is assumed that this emotional support acts much like post-hypnotic suggestions in guiding the dreamer during the next waking interval.
1. This paper and the two on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
4. This paper then applies this general viewpoint to provide a possible explanation for the psychoanalytic finding that childhood memories actively participate in adult human behavior.
1. This paper and the other on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
1. This paper and the first paper on sleep cycling (found on this website) offer substantial evidence that a comprehensive selection of sleep cycling data can interpreted in terms of sleep being a continuous memory-related process that has REM sleep as its focus. In other words, it is claimed that NREM sleep is ever a preparation for REM sleep.
2. REM sleep is seen as being fundamentally different from NREM sleep in that during REM sleep memories literally experienced, whereas during NREM sleep they are not. One important function of having memories experienced is to activate related memories so that they may become integrated with new memories. Also stressed is the notion of reality testing, in that the new memories are being experienced in the real world of the mammal's memory.
3. This view stresses the integration of new memories with their related counterparts to create memory complexes, called behavioral integrations, that will help mammals deal with the complexities of their lives when subsequently evoked by life circumstances.
1. The dream is an example of partial REM content since it probably related to only the last part of Freud's last REM dream of the night, but mostly because REM content recall was produced by conscious faculties that can unearth only explicit memories, which represent a small portion of any REM period's actual content.
2. The dream nevertheless can be seen as exemplifying parallel distributed processing, in that the dream can be examined by assuming that dream content unfolds in parallel on several thematic planes at the same time.
3. The dream can be analyzed with NO recourse to fanciful thinking. This is done by showing that the various subjects of the dream are accompanied by related past experiences that offer examples of lessons learned that bear directly on the dreamer's current life circumstances.
4. The object of the REM presentation in the motivational sphere is to build emotional support for actions to be carried out during the dreamer's subsequent waking interval. It is assumed that this emotional support acts much like post-hypnotic suggestions in guiding the dreamer during the next waking interval.