Simoron
Pavel and Tatiana Snegovich, 'Simoron'
What is Simoron?
Simoron — Grotesque, absurd, playful ritual — breaking the critic's template. Simoron is a playful system by Pavel and Tatiana Snegovich, where absurd rituals and grotesque elements break the usual neural loops of self-criticism and anxiety.
Simoron is a playful system by Pavel and Tatiana Snegovich, where absurd rituals and grotesque elements break the usual neural loops of self-criticism and anxiety. Humor and full role-playing as a 'wizard' reduce the significance of the problem. In DreamsFlow, simoron is used once per session — when removing fear or within an image.
Key facts
| Origin | Pavel and Tatiana Snegovich, 'Simoron' |
|---|---|
| Role in DreamsFlow | Woven in |
| Best for | Tendency towards self-criticism and 'stuckness' in problems; Creative and playful individuals |
Techniques and elements
- Grotesque personification of the problem (Aunt Anxiety, Uncle Procrastination)
- Absurd renaming: debts → 'letters of happiness from Uncle Fantik'
- Playful action with complete silliness — dance, hat askew
- 100% role-playing — humor dissolves importance
Pros
- Instantly reduces tension through laughter
- Suitable for those who find 'serious' meditation unhelpful
- Breaks the stagnation in negative thoughts
- Memorable — easy to apply in everyday life
Cons
- May seem unserious or silly
- Not everyone is comfortable with public 'theater' — privacy is needed
- In deep depression, humor may not work
Who it suits
Best for
- Tendency towards self-criticism and 'stuckness' in problems
- Creative and playful individuals
- Teenagers and young adults
- When 'serious' techniques are ineffective
With caution or not suitable
- Strictly rational skeptic for whom absurdity is contraindicated
- Acute depression without the resources for play
- Corporate environment where 'fooling around' is shameful
Notable followers
- Pavel Snegovich — Creator of Simoron, author of books
- Tatiana Snegovich — Co-author, ritual developer
- Simoron community — Thousands of practitioners since the 1980s
Popular exercises
Renaming the problem2 min
- Name the problem with a boring name
- Rename absurdly: 'report' → 'poem about stars'
- Pronounce the new name solemnly, like an award
Ritual with a character3 min
- Imagine fear as an annoying character with a name
- Announce 'dismissal' to them with the full seriousness of a clown
- Make a victorious gesture or dance
FAQ
What is Simoron — a method or a practice?
Simoron is a psychotechnique (method) that DreamsFlow weaves into daily personal meditations and affirmations. Simoron is a playful system by Pavel and Tatiana Snegovich, where absurd rituals and grotesque elements break the usual neural loops of self-criticism and anxiety. Humor and full role-playing as a 'wizard' reduce the significance of the problem. In DreamsFlow, simoron is used once per session — when removing fear or within an image.
Who is the “Simoron” method for?
Best for: Tendency towards self-criticism and 'stuckness' in problems; Creative and playful individuals; Teenagers and young adults; When 'serious' techniques are ineffective. Use with caution: Strictly rational skeptic for whom absurdity is contraindicated; Acute depression without the resources for play; Corporate environment where 'fooling around' is shameful
What exercises and practices does “Simoron” include?
Renaming the problem, Ritual with a character. Step-by-step instructions are on this DreamsFlow technique page.
What are the pros and cons of “Simoron”?
Pros: Instantly reduces tension through laughter; Suitable for those who find 'serious' meditation unhelpful; Breaks the stagnation in negative thoughts; Memorable — easy to apply in everyday life. Cons: May seem unserious or silly; Not everyone is comfortable with public 'theater' — privacy is needed; In deep depression, humor may not work
Is there a quiz for the “Simoron” method?
Yes. DreamsFlow has a compatibility quiz for “Simoron” — a short survey that shows how well the technique fits you and what may block practice. Take it in Tests or from this page.
Can I practice “Simoron” online?
Yes. In DreamsFlow “Simoron” is available online as part of personal evening meditations and morning affirmations — after you add goals and choose techniques in your account.