What does it mean when you dream of a dead parent that was mean to you?

Answer 1

Such dreams represent the dreamer's irrational fears. Some cultures maintain belief in the animosity of ghosts and continuing malevolent influence from the dead. If the dreamer comes from such a culture, then dreams of such evil intentions would not be unusual. In any case, the dream represents only the parent's fear and does not pose any real threat to the son. If the son is not well, the parent should seek medical attention regardless of any dream.

Answer 2

Dreams are commonly your subconscious mind trying to sort out things from your waking life or situations.

If your parent was mean to you in life, and now they are dead you have no way to resolve the emotional issues between you. We are taught not to speak illofthe dead, however it sounds to me like there are some deep issues here.

If you can "talk" to your parent in your dreams and tell them what their treatment of you means to you, perhaps the dreams will stop. In some cases if you feel you can not direct your dreams well enough, you may find that sitting down with a pen and paper and writing out what you would like to say can be of help.

If the dreams continue, you may want to seek out someone to talk to. A member of the clergy, a trusted, friend, your doctor, or a professional councilor are all good ideas.

Answer 3

Dreaming of the beloved deceased is a normal part of the mourning process. The dreams mean that your subconscious mind (soul) is struggling to accept the reality and finality of the loss. The emotional tone of such dreams tends to change as you move through grief and begin to accept the possibility of living without the loved one. The pain, sorrow and longing felt after the death may gradually ease into a calm acceptance and recognition that the loved one is at peace. Dreams may also provide reassurance of the continuing bonds of love and caring that survive beyond the boundaries of this life.