Crying over imaginary sister, what is wrong with me?

[gtzhh]

First of all I'm M/17. Yesterday I had a dream in which I was sad that I didn't have a sister, but then I realized in the dream that I have one. In reality I have no sister so since I woke up I can't stop crying about the fact that I never had a younger sister and I feel like I miss her even though she does not exist but In my heart she exists and I just wish she was real. I know it sounds really weird but I always wanted a little sister and now I don't know what to feel anymore. Is this normal or am I mentally ill? Thank You

[rabbitzzz]

It's completely normal to have emotional reactions to dreams, even if they are unusual or unexpected. Dreams can tap into our deepest desires and fears, and they can sometimes reveal hidden aspects of our personalities or unresolved feelings.

In your case, it sounds like you have a strong desire for a sister and that this desire was brought to the surface by your dream. This doesn't necessarily mean that you are mentally ill or that there is something wrong with you. Many people have fantasies or daydreams about having a sibling or a different family situation than the one they currently have.

Dreams are not always literal, and that they can be symbolic or metaphorical. So even though you don't have a sister in reality, your dream may have been expressing a deeper longing for a close, supportive relationship with someone who is like a sister to you.

[gtzhh]

Thank you so much

[NamerOfStars]

Well said!

[NamerOfStars]

As rabbitzzz eloquently said, I don't think anything's necessarily wrong with you- you just feel lonely, and long for a close relationship with someone. When people hear the word "relationship", they usually think first and foremost of romantic ones, which is understandable, but those aren't the only social needs people have.

[SomeRandomGuy89]

Everyone should have a physiologist whether they believe they need one or not. Even healthy individuals stand to benefit immensely from having one. This would definitely be in the realm of something you would discuss with a professional.

[Guy13]

Sounds like a few moments with your school counselor can give you professional insights. It is seemingly odd to the layman.

[Tyrael]

Seems a bit odd to me. Might be worth discussing with a professional if it keeps up.

[Anonymous]

I used to have an imaginary friend growing up. I believe now that she was my older sister who died before I was born.