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.
by C.M. James April 13, 2025
Get the REM Miningmug. 
by im.freaking.killua fan August 1, 2021
Get the em0.remmug. A man that is really stinky and likes to eat ham sandwiches. Also a man who’s breathe smells like rotten smelly oysters.
by JeffreyisSTINKY April 16, 2019
Get the Rem plattmug. by Panzerknight December 26, 2020
Get the REM.mug. by Valkyeie May 1, 2018
Get the remmug.