Is it normal to pretend you're talking to someone?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes—pretending to talk to someone is usually a normal way to daydream, sort through feelings, or rehearse a conversation. It’s worth getting support if it feels frightening, hard to control, or difficult to distinguish from a real conversation.
Lots of people have imaginary conversations: you might replay something that happened, practice what you want to say, or just let your mind wander. Some people even speak the words out loud. It doesn’t automatically mean anything is wrong with you.
People may see it as ordinary self-talk, especially when you’re alone. If it starts upsetting you, disrupting everyday life, or you can’t tell whether the person is actually there, consider talking it over with a mental health professional.