In the dream i am aware that they have died, so in the dream i enjoy the time i am with them. Sometimes the dreams are not joyful, but then i am aware i will wake up as this is still in the dream.
Here's another angle: "proxy" dreams, when i dream i am entirely someone else and get to experience that life in the dream. Have been a number of different people, cultures.
I used to be obsessed with dream work. Now i leave well enough alone. Even the more unusual dreams, it's like, ok and move on. It's plenty to deal with waking life. Heh.
Bonus: When you first awaken, do pay attention, for at times the issue on your mind, or some aspect of your life will be given its answer. The very first phrase you "hear" or impression that you have can bring healing and resolution.
I also dream of being other people. I've never heard anyone else talk about this. Why do you think this happens?
It's probably your brain's way of trying to rationalise you thinking with another mindset than what you'd normally think.
My take on it is that it helps me to understand and better communicate with people. I tend to geehaw with various cultures, everyone does not have to be like me to be my friend, or at least an acquaintance.
As for others and as to the rarity, i do not know. I do believe that it is not common.
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