8 Signs of Visitation Dreams and How to Interpret Them

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Andreea Vaduva, B.Sc. (Hons)

So-called visitation dreams or dreams in which we meet with our deceased friends or relatives could make us particularly nervous.

Some people claim that whenever visitation dreams occur, we will notice that the appearance of our deceased loved ones in our dream is not accidental.

The encounter with a deceased relative has a precise meaning. It can be a warning, news, or very important information for the person who dreams.

Psychics claim that if we have a seriously ill person in the family and a deceased relative speaks to us, the received message needs to be carefully considered as the spirit of a deceased person comes to convey a message.

Often, business people who are in financial trouble claim to receive a warning or a solution from their dead relatives or friends.

Also, spiritual people believe that those who have gone out into eternity may appear in the dream of the people they have loved in earthly life to help them escape tribulation.

Possible Interpretations

Dream interpretation from a religious perspective may stir you up. It suggests that the appearance of a deceased person in the dream means that s/he has not yet found peace. Moreover, religious books encourage additional rituals to satisfy the deceased’s desire.

From a psychological point of view, to dream of a deceased person can signify the end of one stage of your life. It can be “dead” feelings and interpersonal relationships that have been lost.

However, if the person you are dreaming of has recently died, you do not have to worry. It means that you still suffer, which is perfectly normal.

You may feel unmotivated, and you may feel as though you are not able to advance in life, no matter how hard you strive. So the deceased person in the dream can be part of you that you wish to leave behind.

Depending on the circumstances in which the deceased person appears in the dream, there are two further interpretations:

1) If the person participates in the action as if nothing had happened, but without having a leading role, then the dream is related to a latent sense of longing for the person, without causing you disturbing or intense feelings.

2) If the deceased person tries to advise you on something, it means that in real life, you need guidance, protection, and comfort. You may feel lonely and this is reflected in what you dream about. Such a dream, in which a spirit shows you the way, can be very refreshing in difficult times.

8 Signs of Visitation Dreams

Yet, it does not mean that dreaming of a person who has occupied an important place in your life is always an attempt at reconnection or a direct message from them. This is why there are a few characteristics of visitation dreams, according to psychics.

1. It Feels Real

Perhaps the most distinguishable characteristic of a visitation dream is that it feels vivid and real.

2. A Sensation of Comfort

When a loved person appears in our dream, you will wake up relaxed, reassured, and peaceful. If the dream makes you feel uncomfortable, worried, or scared, then it is unlikely that you have been visited by good spirits.

3. Clarity

The dream is not confusing. Whether the person communicates with you through words or actions, the message is clear. Symbolistic dreams that will leave you guessing are not visitation dreams.

4. Positive Behaviour

The person who visits our dreams is healthy, positive, calm, and never sad, sick, or injured. Furthermore, their behavior or message will not cause you distress.

5. The Deceased Person Appears Younger

Although this may not be a common characteristic, you may notice that the person visiting you appears younger than they looked when they passed away. This may mean that they felt at their best at a particular age.

6. Physical Experience

Since the dream feels real, every contact with the person will intensify the experience. For example, if you held hands, it is most likely that the feeling will be intense.

7. Sequences of the Dream

The action of the dream will not be made of pieces that you will have to connect in order to make sense of the spiritual message. The sequence of the events or words flow and follow an order.

8. Easy to Remember

Since the action, the message, and the overall experience feel real, it will be easier for you to remember and describe every aspect and sensation you experienced even in a few years’ time.

According to the spiritual perspective, the appearance of a deceased loved person in our dreams is a sign of love; that they are by our side, watching over us. You will certainly feel reassured and comfortable after they visit, even if it is for a brief moment.

If the dream makes you feel uncertain about the message or you experience fear, you could seek spiritual guidance from a priest or medium (depending on your beliefs) and find out how you can keep negative vibrational energy at a distance.

References:

  1. https://www.psychologytoday.com
  2. https://www.huffingtonpost.com

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  • I had a close friend of mine passed away he came to me in a dream a couple of weeks after his death and was crying and apologizing to me I knew in the dream that I was in a dream and I knew that my time with him was very limited I was so very happy to be talking with him and I told him it's okay don't worry about that he was crying and apologizing I said it's okay don't worry please laugh for me one more time. He and I used to laugh together all the time and I wanted to hear his laugh one more time because again I knew that we were in a dream in our time together was very short what does this mean? Please email me

  • Can you help me to find out what this dream means, my grandma passed away ang i keep dreaming that shes at our gate and forcing to get inside the house. I dreamed about it again and again

  • My mother passed away three years ago. Today I had a visit from her. I awoke this morning around 4 am looked up at the top of the stairs and saw her standing there. She looked younger and her hair was darker. She looked so real, and didn't move, except it appeared she turned and looked directly at me. I waved and motioned for her to come down stairs. I don't think I was sleep walking or dreaming. I called my brother in Texas to tell him about my experience. I am sure he didn't know what to make of it. Nor do I. She has never visited me before. What does this mean?

  • My father-in-law passed away a month ago. He came to me last night in my dreams but scared me witless. He was being aggressive trying to get my attention. He told me he couldn't find his mom. I'm worried he hasn't crossed over. We were close, he lived with us and my husband is having a hard time letting go, so it may be my husband keeping him here, but he's already so distraught that I don't want to tell him his dad is giving me nightmares! What can I do?

  • Hi im Nqobi i lost my boyfriend in 18 june 2020 he was brutalised in murder he keeps on visiting me in my dreams telling he loves me and miss me and expains what happed to him he showed me his grave yard on a dream please reply what does it means thank you

Published by
Andreea Vaduva, B.Sc. (Hons)