Dreams about having sex with a family member

3.01.2013 | By: T. B.

Has it ever happened to you that you woke from a dream in which you had sexual intercourse with a family member? Are you afraid of being abnormal?

Erotic dreams about family members often indicate a desire for greater intimacy with them. (PhotoXpress)

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Erotic dreams

Women most often start having erotic dreams in their 20s. Men start having them sooner, but they become less frequent with age. Only about a hundred years ago erotic dreams were, of course, considered a sign of immorality, so people tried to suppress them. The methods used to prevent people from having these dreams were appropriate for that time. One of the interesting devices functioned so as to wake a man by tugging his hair if his penis hardened during sleep.

The symbolism of erotic dreams about family members

The actions that take place in dreams often symbolise something completely different as opposed to the obvious explanation. Erotic dreams about family members most often indicate a desire for greater (asexual) intimacy with them. Recurring dreams are upsetting and reflect an inner struggle of great dimensions that you have to resolve, but it probably has nothing to do with the fact that you’re sexually attracted to a member of your family. Thus, don’t try to suppress these dreams forcefully in you head. Instead, try to determine their meaning.

How to react if you often have recurring sexual dreams about family members?

If this is happening on a regular basis and it upsets you, it would probably be advisable to see a therapist. Recurring erotic dreams about family members can be the reason that you become angry, frustrated, frightened and hurt. In that case, you should also decide to see a professional; not because you would be abnormal due to your dreams. If you see a professional, this can help you overcome all fears and frustrations and regain restful sleep. More you’ll burden yourself with your dreams, worse you’ll feel about them. Maybe you can try to unravel their meaning by keeping a diary about them.