What if dreams could help us grieve? In this powerful episode of the Dream Hub Podcast, Melissa is joined by grief and bereavement researcher Dr. Joshua Black, host of the Grief Dreams Podcast and keynote speaker at the IASD 2025 Online Conference. Together, they explore the phenomenon of dreaming about those we’ve lost—what these dreams mean, how they support emotional healing, and why they’re more common (and transformative) than most of us realise.
Dr. Black shares his personal story of loss, the dream that brought colour back into his life, and the science behind “continuing bonds” — the ways we stay connected to loved ones who have passed. Whether you've experienced a comforting dream visitation or a difficult dream that left you unsettled, this episode offers deep insight, compassion, and guidance.
You'll also hear why grief dreams aren’t just random—they’re a form of inner intelligence. From love as medicine to attachment styles and dream recall tips, this is a soul-nourishing, research-informed conversation for anyone navigating loss.
🔗 Resources mentioned: • Register for the IASD 2025 Online Conference: asdreams.org • Explore Dr. Black’s work: griefdreams.ca • Listen to the Grief Dreams Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/0YcEuzo8RTxkryqFaXs3bk?si=a8f1bd875b7f4a36 • Download Melissa’s free Dream Recall eBook: https://dreamhub.au/pages/ebook
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