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Re: Vivid dreams

by in Grief and loss
November 2015
November 2015
To both people who left a reply, thank you :) Since putting this post up I've had no more dreams that have left me feeling lost and distressed upon waking. My dad still visits me in my dreams but now the dreams are a whole lot nicer, and even though I do say goodbye at the end, I'm not distressed about it. This is exactly what I was seeking, I love seeing him in my dreams, being able to hug him again, but when I return to the waking world it feels nice. Maybe all I needed was to share my experience, and in doing so has released what was making me so distressed. I hope everyone finds their way, whatever that way is. Love and Light always. Mon. ... View more

Vivid dreams

by in Grief and loss
July 2015
July 2015
My dad passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2013. Despite chemo treatment he only lasted 18 months. I was in my late 20's when he passed. I think I've managed ok so far, what really hits me for 6 is every now and then I'll have a very vivid dream with my father in it. These dreams no matter what is happening, eventually will lead to me having to say good bye to him all over again. It is very distressing, I wake up feeling lost and anxious. This feeling can last a day or two, but just deflates me and my day never goes well. I'm wondering if other people have experienced this phenomena. If so, did it eventually pass? Is it something you needed to work with a counsellor to help shift? Do you have any strategies to help me either when I'm asleep or when I wake up in that acute phase of anxiety, distress and loss. There's no real support groups out there for bereaved families (not that I've managed to find) and thought this an avenue that at least might help find others who have experienced this. Love and Light, ~Mon. ... View more
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