Some people dream, while others either don’t or just don’t remember.
Do dreams have meaning? Some believe they are messages from unseen forces, while scientists think they are simply the result of brain activity.
Even though we’re asleep, our brains stay active. Dreams might reflect our daily experiences or reveal our fears. But what does it mean when we dream about someone who has passed away?
These dreams could be part of the grieving process or symbolize changes in our lives. Healthline suggests it’s more about the latter.
These dreams often happen during life changes, like starting a new job, moving, or meeting someone new.
What matters most isn’t the dream itself but how it makes you feel.
Psychologist Rubin Naiman, who has studied sleep for years, explains that interpreting dreams helps us understand them, expand our awareness, and grow mentally.
Dreaming of someone who has passed away might be connected to these life changes and how they impact you.
Many modern neuroscientists believe that during REM sleep, the brain performs maintenance tasks, and dreams are just random, meaningless visuals created in the process. However, others argue that dreams hold deep meaning and can be more significant than our waking life. For example, some cultures, like the Indigenous people of Australia, see dreaming as an important part of spiritual existence.
Experts categorize dreams about deceased people into four types:
- Processing grief: The brain may use these dreams to help us cope with the pain of losing someone.
- Unresolved guilt: If there were issues left unresolved before the person’s death, guilt might cause us to dream of them.
- Recognizing patterns: According to dream analyst Lauri Loewenberg, these dreams might reflect behaviors we associate with the deceased, such as habits or traits we see in ourselves.
- Visitation dreams: Some believe these dreams are visits from the deceased, especially if they appear happy or well-dressed. Feeling good after such a dream may suggest the person is reaching out to say hello.
No matter how we view dreams, they often hold deep meaning. They can provide insight into our inner selves and the bond we share with the deceased person who appears in them.
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