rem aka thraxpaxkrem
rem aka thraxpaxkrem by thraxpaxkrem December 4, 2022
REM Mining
noun | /ˈrɛm ˌmaɪ.nɪŋ/
(REM as in “rem sleep,” Mining as in “mining for gold”)
Definition:
The intentional practice of entering the early stages of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep or the hypnagogic state with the specific goal of extracting creative ideas, insights, or inspiration. The practitioner typically awakens shortly after entering this mental state to record thoughts or concepts before they fade from memory.
(REM as in “rem sleep,” Mining as in “mining for gold”)
Definition:
The intentional practice of entering the early stages of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep or the hypnagogic state with the specific goal of extracting creative ideas, insights, or inspiration. The practitioner typically awakens shortly after entering this mental state to record thoughts or concepts before they fade from memory.
She credits REM Mining for the plot twist in her novel, having pulled it straight from the edge of sleep.
REM Mining by C.M. James April 13, 2025
REM Mining
REM Mining
noun | pronounced /rem ˈmaɪnɪŋ/
Definition of REM Mining
The intentional practice of accessing the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) stage of sleep or hypnagogic state to extract creative ideas, insights, or inspiration, especially for storytelling, writing, or artistic expression.
A creative technique developed by author C.M. James in which one consciously induces an early dreamlike state (without full sleep) to mentally "mine" or retrieve narrative elements, emotions, or visions for use in fiction or art.
noun | pronounced /rem ˈmaɪnɪŋ/
Definition of REM Mining
The intentional practice of accessing the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) stage of sleep or hypnagogic state to extract creative ideas, insights, or inspiration, especially for storytelling, writing, or artistic expression.
A creative technique developed by author C.M. James in which one consciously induces an early dreamlike state (without full sleep) to mentally "mine" or retrieve narrative elements, emotions, or visions for use in fiction or art.
Examples:
"I used REM Mining last night and came up with the next twist in my novel."
"C.M. James swears by REM Mining as the secret to building the Dreamfall universe."
"I used REM Mining last night and came up with the next twist in my novel."
"C.M. James swears by REM Mining as the secret to building the Dreamfall universe."
REM Mining by C.M. James June 26, 2025
REM Mining
A creative technique where someone intentionally enters the early REM or hypnagogic state to access heightened imagination, insight, and ideas. REM Mining involves using the mind’s dream-border zone on purpose to pull out concepts, scenes, or inspiration for writing, art, or problem solving.
REM Mining by CM James November 13, 2025
Pulling a rem
To accomplish the reaching of a whole new level of idiocy in front of strangers or the general public.
Examples:
*Idiot spaces out in public* "Dude, you're pulling a rem!"
Getting high and experiencing hallucinations under the influence of alcohol and not weed or other chronic narcotics.
Unable to communicate with a stranger when he asks you a very basic question.
Befriending those who the peers around you dislike.
*Idiot spaces out in public* "Dude, you're pulling a rem!"
Getting high and experiencing hallucinations under the influence of alcohol and not weed or other chronic narcotics.
Unable to communicate with a stranger when he asks you a very basic question.
Befriending those who the peers around you dislike.
Pulling a rem by boozi July 5, 2012
he-rem
A he-rem is a harem of dudes that an attractive woman gathers around her by rationing sexual favors. A common tactic is to be interested in a guy, sleep with him such that he is really interested in her, then say "let's just be friends". If he agrees to this he becomes a member of her he-rem. He will do things for her and give her attention when she requires it, without receiving any sex.