Let’s face it, the dreams they are often complex and mysterious. You might wake up one morning and realize you just had a vivid dream with someone you didn’t expect. Especially if it’s a colleague, an old acquaintance or, even more embarrassingly, your ex.

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It is easy to assume that these dreams hide some deeper meaning. However, science shows that dreams may simply be the brain’s way of processing information and emotions accumulated during the day.

What does it mean when you dream about specific people?

Colleague

If you dream of a colleague, this may be related to your professional life. Perhaps you work together on an important project or see him often, which makes him a frequent “visitor” in your dreams.

Friend

Dreams about friends may reflect the quality of your social relationships. If the dream is positive, it may indicate support and companionship. If it’s darker or more stressful, there may be some unresolved issues that need to be resolved.

Former partner

Dreams about exes do not necessarily mean that you want to get back into the relationship. They may indicate unresolved feelings or memories that come back up for processing.

Group of people

When you dream of a group, it can relate to social acceptance, cooperation, or your need to belong somewhere. Pay attention to how you felt in the dream to better understand its message.

Celebrity

Dreams about celebrities are often associated with aspirations or qualities you admire. They may also indicate your need for recognition or affirmation.

A member of the family

Dreams of family members, whether living or deceased, usually carry emotional weight. They may reflect family ties, your need for support or the grieving process.

What do our dreams teach us?

Dreams are not always as literal as they seem. It doesn’t necessarily mean that your relationship with the person you dreamed about has to change. Instead, it may be your brain’s way of processing emotions that are indirectly related to that person or a certain situation in your life.

Keep a dream journal and note the feelings, faces and events that appear frequently. It can help you better understand your inner world and find meanings you hadn’t imagined.