Sleep is another form of cognition that can unlock other problem solving capabilities. See "The Committee of Sleep" by Deidre Barrett https://www.amazon.com/Com

Sleep is another form of cognition that can unlock other problem solving capabilities. See "The Committee of Sleep" by Deidre Barrett https://www.amazon.com/Committee-Sleep-Scientists-Athletes-Solving/dp/0982869509 https://www.amazon.com/Committee-Sleep-Scientists-Athletes-S... for a number of well documented examples of scientists, engineers, artists, and others solving problems or unlocking design insights from dream experiences.