Never heard of [Maladaptive Daydreaming](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23336-maladaptive-daydreaming) until now. Glad it's not just me; I've had a hell of a time explaining this sensation over the years. > People who do this tend to “lose themselves” in extremely vivid and detailed daydreams. Research also shows this kind of daydreaming might be compulsive. That means it’s difficult — if not impossible — to control that you’re doing it.