Absent – It is unusual to notice that something is absent in a dream. The dream-state suspension of disbelief is responsible for making most dream events seem normal at the time, and the dreamer often does not question things that are abnormal or missing. If you notice after you wake up that something was absent from your dream, then it was probably just not important enough to your subconscious to include it. However, if you notice during your dream that something is absent, this is highly significant. Depending on the item or person that is absent in the dream, it could indicate a feeling of betrayal or mistrust, a feeling of insecurity in a relationship, or a feeling of inadequacy on your part. Your needs are not being met in some way. Keep in mind that people in dreams can be symbolic. They are not always a simple representation of themselves in waking life.