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16: Déjà Vu Dreams – Why Do They Feel So Familiar

16: Déjà Vu Dreams – Why Do They Feel So Familiar

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 This episode explores the mysterious phenomenon of dream déjà vu—the sense of reliving a dream or experiencing something in waking life that feels like it already happened in a dream. Science explains it as a memory glitch, where feelings of familiarity are triggered without full recollection, or as the brain recycling and reshaping memories during sleep. Dream déjà vu may also reflect emotional themes that repeat in the unconscious, much like recurring dreams. While cultural and spiritual traditions sometimes see it as proof of prophecy, past lives, or parallel realities, psychologists view it as a way the brain processes patterns. Ultimately, dream déjà vu may not predict the future, but it can still hold personal meaning—inviting us to reflect on emotions, memories, and unresolved issues.
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