Some individuals experience dreams, while others may not, or perhaps they simply don't recall them.
The question arises: Do dreams carry significance? While some are convinced that dreams are messages from unseen forces, others, notably scientists, argue that dreams are merely the outcome of neuronal processes occurring in our brains.
Even during our slumber, our brains remain active.
Dreams can manifest as reflections of the events of the preceding day or as expressions of our fears. Yet, what does it signify when our dreams feature someone who has passed away?
These dreams might be viewed as part of the grieving process or as a transitional phase within our own lives. According to Healthline, it is more closely related to the latter.
Such dreams often occur during significant life changes, such as starting a new job, relocating, or forming new connections.
The crucial aspect is not the dream itself but the emotions it elicits.
Rubin Naiman, a Ph.D. holder in psychology, devoted years to studying sleep patterns. He suggests, "Dream interpretation is about decoding the dream. It enlightens us and expands our awareness psychologically, [offering an] expansion of consciousness."
Dreaming of a deceased person may be linked to the aforementioned changes and their impact on us.
"Some contemporary neuroscientists believe during REM sleep, the brain is involved in maintenance tasks, and it accidentally ‘kicks up dust,’ visually. At that end, dreaming is considered totally meaningless," Naiman explains. Conversely, he posits, "The other end is that dreaming is more substantial than waking. And we see this in ‘dream cultures,’ such as the indigenous people of Australia, who believe dreaming is intrinsic to our spiritual existence."
Experts categorize these dreams into four types.
1. Initially, dreaming of a deceased person could be seen as the brain attempting to process the pain of loss.
2. Unresolved issues with the deceased may induce feelings of guilt, possibly prompting their appearance in our dreams.
3. Dream analyst Lauri Loewenberg suggests that dreaming of a deceased person may occur if we notice their behaviors, like substance abuse, mirrored in ourselves.
4. Some experts propose that these dreams may signify a visitation from the deceased, particularly if they appear content in our dreams, well-dressed, or happy. A positive emotional response may imply a greeting from the departed.
Regardless of our sentiments toward dreams, they undeniably offer profound and meaningful insights. Often, they provide a glimpse into our souls and our connection with the departed individuals who visit our dreams.
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