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...

Snake dreams, much like serpent dreams, occur when we are coming to terms with our more instinctive self. These dreams often relate to the recognition and harnessing of energies th...

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...

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 ...

Our comprehensive guide helps you make sense of your dreams, increase creativity, solve problems, find life purpose, and gain personal guidance. By interpreting dream symbols, you ...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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...

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....

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

The Power of Dreams as a Personal Resource Your dream world is an invisible but extremely powerful inner resource, one that you can learn to access freely. By learning to command a...

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...

General MeaningDreaming about a wooden building often connects to the dreamer\'s perspectives on stability, security, or sense of self. Wood, as a symbol, is a raw, natural materia...

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...

General MeaningThe tall skinny man and the short fat man represent two contrasting elements or forces in your life. The tall man could symbolize lofty ambitions, higher goals, inte...

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...

General MeaningDreaming about a performing full body show girl often reflects the dreamer\'s internalized perceptions of femininity or female sexuality. The appearance and performa...

(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...

General MeaningDriving a fire engine in a dream generally represents that you have taken it upon yourself to control the chaos in your personal or professional life. A fire engine ...

(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...

General MeaningDreams of snakes are some of the most prevalent across the globe, and they hold varying meanings across different cultures. In the context of this dream where a snak...

(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...

General MeaningThe dream of five baked scones is a dream that reflects symbolism about nourishment, comfort, and your relationship with your environment. Food in dreams often point...

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...

General MeaningThe knight in your dream represents an obstacle or challenge that exists in your life. Fighting this knight could be symbolic of your current struggle towards overco...

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...

General MeaningA \'Snow Apple\' in a dream symbolizes opportunities, fresh starts, and self-discovery. This is a classic representation of hope, purity, and peacefulness, similar t...

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...

General MeaningDreaming of a snake often signifies transformation, change, or personal growth. It can represent the shedding of old habits or beliefs, much like a snake sheds its s...

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 ...

Dreams revolving around the concept of life expectancy or pondering how long one will live can be deeply introspective and often reflect our subconscious concerns or curiosities ab...

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...

Dreams involving bugs in your eyelashes can be quite unsettling, but rest assured, they are rich with symbolic meaning and potential insights. This dream may be a reflection of you...

**Dream Interpretation: Ludo**Dreaming about Ludo, a classic board game, can evoke feelings of nostalgia and playfulness, but it also carries deeper meanings that reflect your curr...

Aesculapius (or Asclepius) was one of the most popular healing deities in the Hellenistic world. A mortal son of Apollo, he was slain by Zeus for daring to bring people back from t...

Dreaming about flying is a powerful and exhilarating experience, often symbolizing freedom, transcendence, and a higher perspective on life. When combined with the intriguing eleme...

Dreams can often feel like windows into our subconscious, revealing hidden thoughts, emotions, and even glimpses of our future. When you have a recurring dream, it’s especially i...

Dreaming of climbing castle stairs can evoke a sense of adventure, aspiration, and the pursuit of personal goals. Castles often symbolize strength, protection, and the realization ...

Dreaming of being chased by Nosferatu, the iconic vampire from the classic 1922 silent film, can evoke a range of emotions and meanings. This dream taps into deep-seated fears, anx...

Dreams can often leave us feeling confused or unsettled, especially when they involve unusual or unpleasant scenarios. The dream of falling into an unclean toilet after slipping on...