You are dreaming about unconditional love in the feminine principle. Cats of all types represent powerful feminine energy, which includes receptivity, creativity, sensuality, and s...

The hero is a classic figure in ancient Greek and Roman literature, often portrayed as one who must confront an increasingly difficult path of obstacles in order to mature into adu...

Freud suggested that all such objects have phallic implications. However, all types of food bring up issues of nourishment. In the world of classic or superstition-based dream inte...

Our journey through the seas of life and how we meet the rough and smooth experiences, as with following example.The dream occurred a few weeks before a break­down centering on th...

Satisfying one’s needs or hunger’. This can be any area of need, such as emotional, mental, sexual, depending on dream context. Example: I am putting four of our puppies under ...

Symbol for direction and order. It appears in classic dreams, where it is the cross of the victor, the cross of God’s praise and honor, and also a sign of victory. According to J...

Strange experiences with the opposite sex may be expected by Those who dream of attending a school for dancing. Social or ballroom dancing instruction is connected with private aff...

The classic daddy of obstacle dreams with a classic simplicity of meaning.If you failed the examination, the dream is telling you that your ambitions are beyond your ability and yo...

This classic sym- bol of gay romance is, un- happily, a dream of con- trary and signifies roman- tic boredom; you could do with either a change of partner or a vacation....

A dream featuring the classic concept of hell is a forecast of an increase in income and/or material wealth but a decrease in social popularity; to dream of returning from hell ind...

This is a classic example of a contrary omen; whether you took it or dished it out it signifies loyalty from your friends and/or esteem from your associates....

This dream is a classic example of the “good news-bad news” joke; the good news is that if you dreamed of being lucky you will be, and the bad news is that the dream also conta...

Sometimes in the practice of deep relaxation, meditation or sensory deprivation, our being enters into a state akin to sleep, yet we maintain a personal waking awareness. This is l...

Insightful intellect that reflects reality.A common allegory for self-observation. We are looking into a mirror in our dreams in order to confirm our identity. If, in a dream, we a...

Refers to intuition and intellect (also in the sense of awareness). Symbol for the color of the sun.Yellow also stands for irritable feelings. It may also be a sign of mental illne...

The labyrinth represents obsessions without solution and vicious circles that often weigh us down.If you dream of this figure, it means that you have doubts and indecision. It coul...

If a specific tarot card appears in your dream the following abbreviated list of the classic meanings of each card might help with your interpretation: The Major Arcana 0- The Fo...

The subject of dreams and change has often been portrayed in art and culture. For example, in his classic novella Metamorphosis, Franz Kafka used this notion of change when Gregor ...

To dream of a balcony suggests a need for an objective viewpoint. You need to take a step back, move away from involvement and try to see the bigger picture; it may also suggest a ...

For men, a visit to the barber may be a classic Freudian symbol of castration anxiety. Going to a dream hairdresser, however, suggests improvements to your image.If you were the ha...

Dreams of members of the medical professions—such as doctors, nurses, surgeons—may suggest that you need to take better care of yourself in waking life; nurses, in particular, ...

Jung pointed out that one of the dangers for the person embarking on a journey to psychological wholeness is that they can fall victim to what the Greeks call ‘hubris’. This de...

Dream Interpretation & an A to Z dictionary of symbols and their meanings helps you make sense of your dreams and harness them to increase your creativity, solve problems, find lif...

Another classic obstacle dream.The forecast depends on the outcome of the dream action and other elements which must be correlated, but the interpretation is substantially the same...

This is a classic ex- ample of contrary omen; the worse the news in your dream the better will be the news you get, and vice versa....

A classic example of contrary omen.If you dreamed of being on relief, you can be sure that better times are just around the comer....

The windmill is one of the classic symbols of constant, disciplined work.If it is still, the dream is warning you that you are being dragged down by laziness.To see many women in a...

Maggots are flies in the larval stage that feed on decomposing flesh and therefore have a connection to disgust and decay. This is a classic example of a symbol that has a disgusti...

Animals in dreams represent primitive drives and desires, such as fear, lust and anger that can only be really understood on an instinctual level.Thus, to dream of a certain animal...

[DREAM IMAGES: AMAZON; CRIME FIGHTER; GUNSLINGER; MERCENARY; SOLDIER OF FORTUNE; SAMURAI; SOLDIER]The warrior archetype represents loyalty, physical strength and the ability to pro...

Your dream world is an invisible but extremely powerful inner resouce, one that you can learn to access freely. You can learn to command and control your dreams, thereby enriching ...

1. The meaning of music will depend on what it is—from rock and roll to classical—and what it means in particular in the dreamer’s life.2. Sexual activity.3. Inspiration.4. R...

Classical example in psychology of a disturbed nervous system.It is necessary to reevaluate your obligation to the community. Become more actively involved. There are tendencies to...

Funeral, Death. Longing for rest and relaxation in times of overwork and stress.A classical place for ghosts....

The cheek that receives the kiss of friendship as well as the slap in the face. In classical Greek dream interpretation, red, round cheeks meant a full cash register, while pale, w...

See Snake.The eel appears often as a dream symbol when you are feeling numb and lethargic.The eel symbolizes activity, and expresses the desire to be like a Fish, in Water, able to...

Dreams in which machinery or tools feature, or in which we are using an implement, can relate to you in a number of ways. For example, you may be the bulldozer in your dream, clear...

Now and again your dreaming mind may conjure up powerful images of notoriously evil people to warn you against the destructive effects of negative forces in yourself, or in some as...

Tibetan Buddhists call these‘dreams of clarity’ because such dreams go beyond everyday situations and concerns into a space of‘the divine’. You may wake up from such a drea...

Vigor and human endeavor, as in Hammer. Loss or injury to a hand means you’re not active enough. According to classical psychoanalysis, the right hand is masculine, the left hand...

Vitality, energy, mobility, and honor. It may mean speed, power, potency, and drive. Dynamism. According to 2nd century dream interpreter Artemidorus, luck in love. Other classical...

Dreams which relate to sporting activities in general are usually positive but they can also reveal your competitive spirit. They should not be taken literally, as they rarely rela...

Dreams in which you woke up crying or feeling sad because you have had a dream in which you were bereaved can be a cathartic experience, helping you work through grief towards acce...

Dreams in which you are lost link with feelings of confusion, lack of direction or conflict. The dream environment in which you are lost will define what the confusion or conflict ...

First try to establish if, in your sleep, you are really thirsty—see Drink, Water. That which is giving, that which is mysterious. But also zest for life, advances, and luxury, a...

Luxury, social advancement. Desire for material excess. According to classical depth psychology a symbol of female sexuality, and often seen as an aphrodisiac.Folklore: Troubles....

The dreamer wants to impress others through power and strength—or may be intimidated by it. Fantasies of omnipotence are a symbol for aggression. It may also be an expression of ...

Dreams in which you are being chased or pursued show that you feel threatened by someone or something in life. The key to such dreams is to discover the identity of your pursuer.If...

Dreams in which you are inappropriately dressed or underdressed when everyone else is appropriately dressed for the occasion are classic metaphors for feelings of frustration and u...

Dreams in which you are late for a train, bus, plane, appointment, interview or date despite your best efforts to be on time often signify your anger and frustration at having miss...

There may be areas of your waking life in which you feel insecure or unsure of yourself. You may be aware of some of these areas but in other cases you may be repressing your anxie...

In a sense, this image represents two different situations:1. Out of the “starting gate” like a shot.2. Fear of wars, as in Helmet, or more generally, fear of aggression.See Ex...

Music, relaxation, enjoying art, but also screaming silently. In most cases, it is an expression of great vitality.According to classical depth psychology, a phallic symbol....

If you dream of being hunted by a savage and terrible monster of any kind, you might want to try and face it if the dream recurs. Mystery is not so terrifying once it is identified...

Night terrors are not nightmares. In fact they are not even dreams. Also known as sleep terrors, night terrors occur during non-REM sleep, not during REM sleep when the majority of...

If your life is particularly difficult, you may have a dream in which you feel blissfully carefree and happy.If you are feeling lonely and unloved, you may have a dream in which yo...

Material aspects: The fairylike appearance of the classical ballerina within a dream shows we are making a connection with the creative energy within. Also we are searching for bal...

In a spiritual sense, because horns are associated with the head, they represent intellectual as well as supernatural power. Because they rise above the head, they also symbolize d...

The Scientific Literature of Dream-Problems I shall begin by giving a short account of the views of earlier writers on this subject and of the status of the dream-problem in conte...

Toy balloons signify trivial disappointments; however, passenger balloons follow the classical interpretation, and ascending is favorable while descending portends setbacks....

Freud believed that all dreams were wish-fulfillment dreams about sexual activity.According to Freud, virtually every dream topic—from the phallic symbolism of a clenched fist or...

Flying dreams were declared by Freud to be one of the classic examples of sexually inspired dreams. Other symbols associated with sexual intercourse according to Freud include hamm...

On occasion your dream may select a fabulous and fabled place to add weight to its message. For example, if you dream of visiting the legendary place of Atlantis or the sacred real...

The path is a classic symbol of the direction your life is taking. A rocky path suggests obstacles in your way. When a path suddenly inclines uphill, Freudians would interpret the ...

Classical music played on this instrument predicts happy love affairs, but swing, jazz, or pop tunes played on it signifies an interesting new experience in the offing.See also Mus...

Air was one of the four elements of classical Greek philosophy (the others were earth, fire, and water).As such it is a complex symbol, and interpreting the meaning of air depends ...

Beans often have individual meanings that depend on the dreamer’s personal associations with this particular legume. Beans may, for instance, be tied to memories of being nurture...

Walking is a classic symbol of your thought processes or progress in life; the surrounding landscape will give you a clue as to the meaning of the dream.If you shake dust away from...

Sigmund Freud actually called dreams the “royal road to the unconscious,” That statement will probably remain true in psychology forever. Freud’s classic text, The Interpreta...

“I can never decide whether my dreams are a result of my thoughts, or my thoughts the result of my dreams. It is very queer. But my dreams make conclusions for me. They ...

To dream of a birdhouse suggests that you see your home as your own spiritual haven. You may need to pay more attention to your spiritual side and work on developing it. Classicall...

Universal Landscape: Destructive force of opposing energies.Dreaming Lens: Where was the tornado in your dream? What happened before and after its appearance? Was it fearful or exc...

What Does It Mean to Dream About Becoming Dizzy and Collapsing?Dreams of becoming dizzy and collapsing often evoke feelings of vulnerability and loss of control. This type of dream...

What Does It Mean to Dream About Duck Eggs?Dreaming about duck eggs can evoke a range of emotions and interpretations. In many cultures, eggs symbolize potential, new beginnings, a...

What Does It Mean to Dream About Losing Luggage?Dreams about luggage often reflect our emotional burdens and the experiences we carry with us. In your dream, the act of arriving at...

The sun sustains all life on Earth. When you see it in your dreams, it suggests that you are being nurtured and sustained by your environment and your life choices. It could also r...

Many experiments have been done using hypnosis in connection with dreams. In the early pan of this century Carl Schroetter hypnotised Miss E, a pharmacist, in an attempt to test Fr...

Bottle, Box, Vase. These containers symbolize the body of the woman and female sexuality, at least in men’s dreams.The male body and male sexuality is seldom, if ever, represente...

First of all, the fruit of the life of the soul. Erotic sexual needs.A ripe fruit means being sexually balanced and enjoying life.A rotten fruit means an inferiority complex. Eat m...

(see Flying, bisects, Wings)Personal growth, especially spiritual. In classical Greek and Roman philosophy, the butterfly’s transformation mirrored that of the ever evolving soul...

(see Games)A deck of cards: Is the deck complete with 52 cards? If not, you may have fragmentary information about a person or situation.Playing cards: Consider if you’re gamblin...

(see Body, Hand, Rings)Pointing at someone or something represents an accusation. Alternatively, in a magical setting this may symbolize directing power toward an intended goal.A f...

Bloodshed symbolizes the sacrifice. All liquid materials that ancients offered to the dead, spirits, and to the gods (milk, honey, wine) were images or allegories of blood. This wa...

Bees represent productivity and the importance of group energy but they can also indicate frantic internal chatter. The noise and sting of bees can represent a cycle of worry and c...

In Hinduism and its spiritual systems of yoga, in some related Eastern cultures, as well as in some segments of the New Age movement—and to some degree, the distinctly different ...

Hearing music in your dreams generally has positive connotations. Music is a healing balm to the soul, and as you are listening to it in your dream, you may be connected to the won...

Aesculapius (or Asclepius) was the most popular healing divinity of the Hellenistic world. He was a mortal son of Apollo, who was slain by Zeus for daring to bring people back from...

Universal Landscape: Creative mastery and potential.Dreaming Lens: What size and style piano was in your dream: upright, grand, concert grand, or spinet? Was it being played? Were ...

This overview will provide a brief account of earlier views on dreams and the current status of the dream-problem in contemporary science. Despite thousands of years of study, litt...

Introduction Dreams hold a special place in Islamic tradition, seen as a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms. Historically, schola...

What Does It Mean to Dream About Being Chased by a Snake?Dreaming of being chased by a snake can evoke a potent mix of fear and anxiety. Such dreams often symbolize deep-seated fea...

What Does It Mean to Dream About a Man Asking for Advice?Dreams often serve as a mirror to our subconscious, reflecting our emotions, experiences, and aspirations. When you dream o...

What Does It Mean to Dream About an Ex Having a Baby with an Old Friend?Dreaming of an ex having a baby with an old friend can evoke a whirlwind of emotions. This dream may stir fe...

What Does It Mean to Dream About Family Members?Dreaming about family members often taps into our deepest emotions and connections. Family dreams can serve as a mirror reflecting o...