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What does it mean to dream a deceased loved one?

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The meaning of this particular dream depends on the time of the loved one's death as well as on the emotional tone of the dream and any other details, actions or communications that took place in the dream. It is very normal and common to dream about loved ones shortly after their death and throughout the mourning period. Often the subconscious mind struggles to accept the reality of death, so such dream might represent attempts to bring the loved one back to life, or to provide an opportunity to say "goodbye" or resolve unfinished business. See the link attached below for further discussion and more examples of similar dreams.

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