Aunt b

Date: 5/30/2024

I’ve been looking after an 82 yo aunt with Alzheimer’s in my waking life. I lived with her for a little over a year. She recently got so bad that I had to put her into long-term care for her own health and safety. Dreamed that the home said Aunt blondie has to spend 1 day per month at my house. Dropped her off with me. She’s Acting crazy. Can’t reason with her. Won’t lay down. Wont sit down. Won’t be still (aka safe). Won’t sleep. She’s running around the house like the crazy little engine that could. I’m feeling very panicked.

AI generated interpretation Your dream reflects the emotional impact of the care-taking role you have assumed for your aunt with Alzheimer's in your waking life. Your subconscious mind is processing the stress and challenges you have faced in caring for your aunt, as well as the difficult decision to transition her into long-term care for her own well-being. The dream setting where the home mandates Aunt Blondie to spend a day per month at your house may symbolize your ongoing sense of responsibility and duty towards your aunt, even after she has been placed in long-term care. The portrayal of your aunt's behavior in the dream as acting crazy, unable to be reasoned with, and constantly moving may be a reflection of the unpredictability and difficulty in managing someone with Alzheimer's. This can also highlight your feelings of helplessness and frustration in the face of her condition. Your feelings of panic in the dream suggest that you may be experiencing anxiety and overwhelm in your waking life related to your aunt's care, as well as guilt over not being able to provide the level of care she needs on your own. It is important to acknowledge and address these emotions to prevent burnout and prioritize your own well-being. Overall, your dream is a reflection of the emotional strain and complexity of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. It may be helpful to seek support from others, such as a therapist or support group, to process your emotions and develop coping strategies for managing the challenges you are facing.