Dream Dictionary

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Obesity

As with all interpretations, the interpretation of this dream depends on you. You may be concerned about your looks and fear fat. Be realistic in regard to this area of your life. If you are very thin and can not stop worrying about your weight you should see a doctor. Psychologically speaking, obesity usually is a sign that the individual has issues with self esteem and personal power. The fat emotionally insulates us from others, and isolates us physically.

Ocean

It historically represents our great unconscious mind. Look at all of the details in this dream. Is the water clear or murky? Is it calm or turbulent? Are you catching fish or are you stranded and afraid? Look, listen and try to comprehend the messages in this dream. No one can really give meaning to your dreams, like you can. Concentrate and learn for yourself. Also See: Water

Octopus

You may say, "who dreams of an octopus?" But people do, and a friend did just the other night. If the dream makes you feel happy it may imply that the person is involved in many different activities or adventures. If there is a negative emotional reaction to the dream it suggests that unhealthy attachments and entanglements are present in daily life. Also See: Animals

Oil

Your subconscious may be sending up symbols regarding wealth, religionor sex. Seriously, the interpretation depends on the content. Traditionally oil is used in many religious sacraments. It represents wealth for people who own it, and it has also may have sexual connotations. What does it mean for you?

Old Man/Old Woman

See Aging

Oven

The obvious symbolism is that of a womb. You may be having some fears or anticipation in regard to having children. A warm oven is said to have "fruitful" or positive connotations and a cold oven the opposite. Of course, an oven may simply represent housekeeping and cooking. Also See: Kitchen

Owl

It is another symbol for the unconscious. It usually represents wisdom and virtue, and your subconscious may be giving you important massages, so pay attention to the details in the dream. In the American Indian tradition, the owl is considered to be the eagle of the night. Dreaming about owls may indicate that changes are on the way. Some older dream interpretations suggest that dreaming about an owl is a negative omen, which indicates a reversal in good fortune. An owl in the house predicts family arguments, unless you chase it away, in which case things will work out for the best.

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Packing

This dream, as all dreams, could have several different meanings. If you are packing your stuff and storing it, or packing to move you may be concerned about significant changes that are going on in your life. Otherwise, your subconscious may be organizing and letting go of emotional "baggage". Some other interpretations say that dreaming about packing is simply a hint from your subconscious that you are involved in too many activities and may need to pack some of them up and put them away.

Pain

When considering the interpretation of feeling pain in your dream first look at you physical health. If you are feeling pain in your daily life, it may carry over into your dream state. Additionally, if the pain is emotional in nature, question the painful feelings and attempt to identify their source. The dream state is usually a safe way to experience negative feelings that you may not want to deal with otherwise.

Panic

The feeling of panic suggests lack of control and confusion. If the primary emotion in your dream was panic, consider the details and try to understand why you were panicking. Do you feel fear, a sense of helplessness and confusion, or were you unable to make a quick and accurate decision? Answering these questions will enable you to understand the message in this dream.

Paralysis

Dreaming that you or someone else is paralyzed could be a very scary thing. Depending on the details of your dream and your current situation in life, there are several different, but equally, reasonable interpretations. You may be paralyzed with fear in your dream, which may be symbolic of the fear that you are experiencing in daily life. You may feel somewhat unable to change a current situation and it has manifested itself in your dream, in the form of paralysis. Also, this dream could be sending you a message of caution. It may be conveying to you to stay still and do nothing for now, in regard to a situation that is on your mind and that may be problematic for you.

Parents

In this dream you may be expressing feelings and concerns about your parents that you could not express in daily life. Some believe that this dream usually has nothing to do with your parents, but rather the male and female sides of personality. Others believe that the father represents the expressive, creative and protective side of God and the mother the receptive and nurturing side of God. See Mother, Father

Parking Lot/Garage

These are interesting symbols and many people have requested their additions to the dictionary. Traveling is very common theme for our dreams. Traveling in a car is the most common form of this type of dream. Traveling in a vehicle generally can represent our journey through life -- or a portion of our life's journey. If in your dream, you find yourself in a garage or a parking lot, two different types connotations can be made. Please consider the content of your dream, the mood in it, and your current dilemma or situation in life. The parked car could represent a period of inactivity and indecision in your life. The dream could be pointing out that you have been idle for a period of time and that it may be good time to "get a move on". The more positive interpretation of this dream may be that the parked car is symbolic of a reflective period or mood. You may be in "park" for a while so that you can rest, relax, regroup and think things over.

Pants

If putting on pants or changing your pants, was a major activity in your dream you may be questioning your role (at work or/and in private life). To better understand this, just think of the expression "who wears the pants". If your were trying to cover up your genitalia, then the dream may be bringing up sexual issues.

Peacock

We have all heard the expression "as proud as a peacock". When you are dreaming about this bird you may be conveying a message of beauty and pride. We all know that some pride may be a good thing, but too much pride is the opposite of humility, which for the most part, is not good. Consider all of the details of your dream and try to understand the message. Is the peacock in your dream beautiful., proud and unassuming, or is he noisy and flaunting his beauty to all that are willing to look?

Pen/Pencil

Having a pen or a pencil in your dream may be symbolic of your need to communicate with yourself or others. Our ability to communicate through written language is a vitally important and necessary part of life. When we take our pen and write a check to pay bills, it can still be considered a form of communication! Writing is a form of self expression and it provides as with another way to think, and to express our thoughts. Dreams with tools of writing in them, such as pens, pencils and keyboards, may be an encouragement for you to write and communicate. Whether this may be personal, professional or simply a necessity of modern life, is up to you to determine.

Penguin

The penguin is an interesting, earth bound bird that lives in and around the ocean. As a dream symbol it may represent concrete thinking, feelings of being burdened by unwanted emotions, lethargy, and a need to achieve balance. Penguins just never looked that comfortable to me, and they don't seem to have a lot of fun. Additionally, if someone called you a penguin, it would not be considered a complement. Penguins seem to give off a feeling of being stuck! Think about your dream and see if any of these ideas are relevant to you. Superstition based dream interpretation books say that the penguin indicates that your problems are not as serious as you may think them to be.

Penis

The male sex organ is symbolic of fertility, power and energy. Your gender and sexual orientation play a part when interpreting this dream. Are you dealing with issues of sexual orientation, power or aggression? Answering these questions will enable you to interpret your dream.

People

Usually our dreams are filled with people. We dream about our families, our friends, our neighbors and our classmates. We dream about strangers, colleges, famous people, teachers, and at times, about those that we consider to be our enemies. Each dream is very special and carries its own unique message. When interpreting the dream with people in it, consider all of the details and the feelings in the dream. If the person is known to you, think about your relationship with them and the issues that the dream has brought up. We learn about ourselves through others, and probably our most valuable possessions are our relationships. Some believe that the strangers in your dreams represent different parts of yourself and your personality. Many people believe that their dreams predict the future. When they have negative or scary dreams, they become anxious about the future. Alternatively , when their dreams are a form of wish fulfillment, they get very excited and are hopeful that the dream will come true. Most dreams are not prophetic. They are psychological or spiritual in nature, and their primary function may be to help us live better in the present moment, rather than telling us about what is to come. Also See: Ex-boyfriend/girlfriend, Siblings, Child, Parents, Father

Photograph/Picture

Seeing old or even unfamiliar pictures in your dreams may be a reflection of how you remember certain parts of your life. The pictures may represent longing for a time that has passes and is a matter of memory. However, there are several other type of interpretations that can be made. Generally this dream may be difficult to interpret and the dreamer may need to put significant amount of effort into understanding this dream. Some believe that since a photograph is a representation of something real, it could represent a deception of some kind. Someone may be trying to sell something to you and is covering up the truth, or you may be covering up the truth from yourself. New age thinking points out that you are dreaming of pictures because you have not learned a particular lesson in life. The dream may be pointing out the past and reminding you that you are making the same errors all over again.

Piano

The piano is a symbol of music and harmony. It represents creative expression, and all types of sounds may be uplifting symbols of spiritual awareness. Superstition based dream interpretation books say that the piano is an omen of a good financial period in your life, and that moving a piano represents solid achievements on the part of the dreamer. Also See: Music, Melody/Song

Pig

Having this animal in your dream forces you to think of negative characteristics in regard to yourself or others. There are not many positive characteristics associated with pigs. In some cultures pigs are considered to be very "dirty" animals, and unfit for human consumption. At times men are referred to as "pigs" for their sexual desires or attitudes. Some of the other characteristics which can be associated with pigs are: greed, stubbornness and gluttony. Gluttony is probably the most serious negativity and you need to consider where you (or someone important to you) are being "hoggish".. Is it with money, time, food, energy or personal possessions? Superstition based dream interpretations say that the pig in a dream suggest a frustrating time in family affairs and success in business. Also See: Animals

Pink

Pink usually symbolizes health and good feelings. It is a traditionally a feminine color, and some feel that it connotes love. Pink is soft and fuzzy, like girls!

Pockets

From a Freudian point of view, pockets may symbolize the female reproductive organs. However, for many people this dream may have an entirely different meaning. The pockets in your dreams could represent those things that you keep just for yourself, your memory, your secrecy, your valuable possessions, or your inner resources. If you were hiding your hands in the pockets, it suggests that you may feel a degree of helplessness or guilt, in regard to a some situation in daily life.

Police

Dreaming about the police could symbolize many different things, thus please consider all of the details carefully. If the police is chasing you, it suggests that you may be feeling some guilt about something that you have done, or have been thinking of doing. The police could be addressing Karmic Law as well as the laws in our physical world. If you are feeling that you can't meet all of your obligations and are fearing repercussions due to an unmet commitment, the police in your dream may be an unwelcome sight. On a more positive note and depending on the details of your dream, the police could symbolize support and protection. Your emotional response to the police will provide you with good clues to interpreting this dream accurately. Old dream interpretation books say that dreaming about police is an indication that you will obtain unexpected assistance with a current problem.

Pool

For many people swimming pools are associated with summer fun, vocations, rest and relaxation. Interpret your dream based on its content, and see if any these positive feelings are being conveyed to you. All bodies of water represent our emotions and our unconscious. The light in which they are represented depend on the dreamer and on the details of the dream. Also See: Water, Ocean, River.

Porcupine

Old dream interpretation books say the porcupine in your dreams is a omen of good news and bad news. Good things may happen to you, but they will carry with them difficulties. From a more pragmatic point of view, porcupines are cute, but untouchable animals. As a dream symbol it may represent a situation or a person in your life that fits that description.

Pregnancy

If you are afraid of being pregnant, you may dream of it often. At times woman learn about their pregnancy in their dreams. Your mind knows about everything that is going on in your body even if you are not consciously aware of it. But, don't panic! You could also be pregnant with ideas! Old dream interpretation books say that for a woman to have a dream about pregnancy is a good omen, and that an improvement in her intimate relationship is forthcoming. For a man, it is a warning against casual sex.

Priest

The priest in your dream could be representing your spiritual needs, your conscience, your desire to be virtuous, your inner guidance or your higher self. This dream could be comforting if it reassures you that there is safety and strength in spiritual forces. Please remember that dream interpretation is very, very personal. Some people may have had negative experiences with clergy and in that case the dream may have an entirely different tone. The spiritual forces represented in this dream could be intrinsic, revealing your own spiritual qualities, strengths and abilities, or they could represent the spiritual forces around you.

Puppy

Puppies may represent playfulness, dependency and carefree fun. Please look up "Dog" in order to obtain a full range of possible interpretations.

Purple

Here on Earth, purple is usually the color of royalty, high rank and dignity. It is a strong color, which can not be ignored. Likewise, most people have a strong opinion of purple, they really like it, or don't like it at all. To some people, purple has spiritual connotations. The Catholic Church uses it at funerals and around Easter time. It represents spiritual and personal transformation. Purple could also represent higher consciousness and spiritual protection. A version of purple is also the color of the crown Chakra. When interpreting this color consider all of the details in the dream and try to make connections between the above mentioned ideas and your current issues. Also See: Colors

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Quarrel

If you are quarreling or arguing in your dream you may be experiencing some inner conflict. The quarrel may reflect your own inability to decide on important issues, ideas or values. From a very pragmatic point of view, you may be experiencing difficulty with authority figures or you may have carried an argument from your daily life into your dream. Very old dream interpretation books say that quarreling is a dream of the contrary and that you will have peace and harmony with your loved ones.

Quicksand

You may be experiencing feelings of helplessness and an inability to get out of a situation in your daily life. This common sense approach can easily be applied and with some effort you can examine your feelings and actions which are symbolized in this dream.

Quilt

It is usually something warm and pretty that we cover ourselves with for comfort. The different parts of a quilt may represent many aspects of your life and indicate that there is harmony. Your subconscious may be comforting you in this dream and saying, "You are doing a good job, keep going".

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Sacrifice

Before we can nourish others we first need to nourish ourselves. Making sacrifices is human, but when we do to much for the world and not enough for ourselves, we are left feeling neglected and weak. Martyrdom is not fun, and martyrs are at times enjoying. This dream may be suggesting to you, that you need to prioritize. Eliminate things in your life that are not necessary and that continuously drag you down. Also, consider the fact that whatever is continuously requiring you to make personal sacrifices, may not be in your best interest or conducive to your health or happiness. Superstition based dream interpretations say that dreaming about sacrifice is a dream of the contrary and that you will be enriched in the near future.

Saint

Dreaming about saints usually has spiritual implications. You may have traveled to another plain and are having a wonderful and very meaningful spiritual experience. For those that can not accept this possibility, your unconscious may be relaying some feelings of pressure or possibly the need to sacrifice on some level in your daily life. Also See: Priest, God.

Salt

Is one of the most abundant chemicals on Earth. Dreaming about it suggests that you may be thinking about, or desiring those things that are dependable and at the same time exciting (salt-spice of life). If you associate an individual with the salt in your dreams you may be giving that person the attributes that were just mentioned.

Satan

Seeing or interacting with the devil in your dreams may have several different connotations, depending on the details. However, it almost always points to something negative and disturbing in your personality, daily life or environment. You may have dark thoughts or have engaged in negative actions, and now are experiencing guilt, fear and anxiety. Dream interpretations based on folklore say that seeing the Satan in your dreams may be a warning about poor health, and if the dream persist that you should get a physical checkup.

School

This dream may be interpreted on several different levels. If you are the student you may be feeling inadequate in some areas of your life, or you may lack self confidence. School has not always been a positive experience, but it is always considered necessary. Ask yourself what do you need to learn more about? If you were a teacher in your dream, you may be dealing with issues of authority. From a spiritual point of view, some believe that in the dream state an individual may travel to the inner planes, or the spiritual realm, and there attend classes which assist in spiritual growth and development.

Scorpion

Dreaming about a scorpion may be symbolic of something in your environment which is hurtful, dangerous and "stinging". It may represent bitter words and very negative attitudes. Superstition based dream interpretation books say that dreaming about a scorpion is a dream of warning. It goes further by saying that if the scorpion in your dream bit you, you will overcome your problems. However, if you killed the scorpion, be exceptionally careful around people that are not your friends, or are false friends.

Sea

Waters generally symbolize the emotions and the unconscious. They could also represent the collective unconscious or your soul experiences. All dream interpretations depend on the individuals personal belief system. See Ocean

Seed

Seeds symbolize new opportunities and new beginnings. Just like a seed is the beginning of a new life (or its earliest stage), your subconscious may be telling you that the ideas you have planted are beginning to germinate. Additionally, your past experiences and hard work may be leading to new opportunities or possibilities.

Sex

It is very difficult to name just a few possible interpretations for this dream. It is complex and complicated, and the interpretations vary with each dreamer and with the situations in the dream. A sexual dream may be about physical pleasure, but it may also be about power, control, manipulation, virility and effectiveness. It may be a form of wish fulfillment or a memory. In most cases it is not a prediction of things to come in the near future. For some more clues see Intercourse and People.

Sharks

Please remember that the water in your dreams may be a statement about your emotions and the unconscious. Sharks, water dwelling animals, could reflect some unpleasant emotion or a perceived attack on the self. You may feel some emotional upset and the shark could be the symbol of the perceived emotional danger. Old dream interpretation books say that sharks may represent dishonest friends, and reflect financial troubles. Also See: Animals

Ship

As mentioned in all relevant dream symbols, bodies of water represent your unconscious, your emotions and your accumulated soul experiences. The ship in your dream could represent you and the ways in which you navigate thought these parts of yourself. When interpreting this dream consider the kind of voyage and the type of ship. Some dream interpretation books say that if the voyage is calm you should go forward with your plans. However, if it is a very stormy voyage get ready for an emotional upset (or challenge). See: Boat

Shoe

First consider if you are currently having problems with your feet and if this is being carried over into the dream state. Otherwise, we only wear shoes that fit us well, thus you may be expressing unconscious feelings of self assurance or confidence. You may have had issues of self identify, but if the details of this dream are supporting, you may be reassuring yourself that you are on the right path and have mastered a degree of self awareness.

Shooting

Shooting someone or being shot yourself is a fearful and violent dream experience. It may reflect aggression, powerlessness, release of strong and dangerous emotions, and/or symbolize a conclusive event in a particular situation or relationship. See Gun

Shopping

For most of us, shopping is not simply a necessity, but a favorite pastime. It is a source of pain and pleasure, as well as recreation and "quality" time with family or friends. Depending on the details in the dream and its emotional background, dreaming about going shopping may have several different connotations. Generally, if shopping in your dream is not a source of great stress and confusion, it suggests that those things which you need are available to you. Your environment may have readily available emotional, psychological, spiritual or physical support. However, you may need to learn exactly where to look, how to pick out what you need and when to make a wise investment. This dream calls upon you to know yourself. Before you can ask for, or get what you need, you first need to accurately identify it.

Sibling

It is very common for us to dream about all different types of people. Siblings are a fantastic source of dream material. Our siblings are important to us emotionally and psychologically. We are bonded to them on some level throughout our lives, thus they will appear in our dreams in may different forms. We learn important lessons about ourselves through our brothers and sisters. They are a reflection on us and we can not escape their presence, or their love, hate or any other emotion . If you have many unresolved issues with your siblings, there are more likely to frequently appear in your dreams. Also See: People

Skeleton

You can't get around the fact that bones are symbols of death. If you are dreaming about a skeleton it does not necessarily mean that you are dreaming about physical death. This is a good dream because it is telling you that you may need to begin "filling up" with feelings, adventures, work and general enthusiasm for life. It may be that your style of living and relating to people has been "bare" to the bone, and your soul can't take it any more! So, lighten up psychologically, eat the fruits of life and fatten up!

Smell

At times you may experience the sense of smell in your dreams. The smell could be environmental. If there is a strong smell in your sleeping environment you may perceive it and incorporate it into your dream. Otherwise, the smell in your dreams is triggered by a memory. You may be associating your dream experience with a pleasant or unpleasant order. For example, if you are dreaming about your mother, you may smell the aroma of a food that she use to cook for you. The smell may trigger emotions and reflect the general quality of the experience in your dream.

Smoking

It is very common for ex-smokers to dream about smoking. This type of a dream could be called wish fulfillment, or a compensatory dream. The smoker misses smoking; he can not smoke during the day, thus he smokes in his dreams. If you are dreaming about being surrounded by other peoples smoke, you may be experiencing some confusion and anxiety in daily life...or in regard to a particular situation. Smoke or smoking usually depletes people of energy, and hampers ones ability to think clearly and act directly with the issues at hand. Also See: Cigarettes.

Smothering/Strangling/Choking

Dreaming that you are having difficulty breathing and are in danger of dying as a result, may carry important messages for the dreamer. This type of a dream experience is usually very frightening, and at times people are awakened from their dream due to the fear. This dream may have several different explanations, and the catalysts may be forces from either within the individuals emotional and psychological makeup, or circumstances outside the individual. The suffocation is either do to internal forces or an external situation. The dreamer may experience great difficulties when it comes to free self expression. They may have difficulties in expressing their fear, anger, love, or any other powerful emotion, and are literally choking on them in their dream. Choking in your dream suggests that you are having problems in communicating your thoughts, needs and feelings. Additionally, smothering may imply that the dreamer can not accept certain situations in their life, and is feeling suffocated by a current problem. To interpret this dream accurately consider all of the details in it; think about your daily life and those things that cause you great stress and restrict your freedom. Finally, try to connect your dream with your daily life experiences and unlock the symbolism that the dream holds for you.

Snake

The snake in your dream has the meaning that you give it. In the pre-Christian days, snakes were considered symbols of fertility, healing and nurturing. Post Adam and Eve, snakes are often considered symbols of temptation and evil. Psychologically speaking, snakes coming out of the ground may represent your unconscious or repressed materials coming to your conscious mind. Freud thought that the snake was a phallic symbol. It is almost amazing how many people have snake dreams! Most snake dreams seem to be disturbing, and they leave the dreamer feeling anxious and afraid. There are no simple interpretations to the snake dreams. Each dreamer must consider their own situation and all of the details of the dream. I find it to be true -- at times snakes are phallic symbols, at other times they represent a negativity in our lives that hampers our progress and constantly threatens us. For some the snake is a positive dream symbol, but this is uncommon.

Snow

It is water in its solid form and it symbolizes emotions. Snow suggests that your or someone else in your dream is emotionally cold, unresponsive and indifferent. Clean, white snow may represent innocence and dirty snow guilt.

Spider

The spider is usually symbolic of an unkind and sneaky individual. Are you the spider building a web, or are you being dragged into one? Spider's web represent entanglement and general complexities of life. Depending on the details of the dream, it could also be symbolic of a smothering individual in your daily life (and it doesn't always have to be your mother, just joking). Ironically, very old dream interpretations say that the spider is an omen of good luck!

Stairs

When interpreting this dream, try to remember your feelings in the dream and upon awakening. Going up and down the stairs could mean several different things. It could represent changes in consciousness, moving from one inner plane to another, or a change in understanding. More pragmatically, it could represent a rise or fall in economic or social status, and the general efforts that are required to accomplish life's "small and large" goals. Climbing may represent an achievement of your ambitions, and a movement in a positive and correct direction. Descending may symbolize you doubts, or a period following hard work and achievement of a significant goal. Also See: Climbing

Star

Old dream interpretation books say that seeing stars in your dream means that your wishes are going to be fulfilled. Even from a more pragmatic point of view, stars seem to be positive dream symbols. They could represent insight, luck, fortune and the mysteries of the universe. Stars represent those wonderful things that we aspire to, but have difficulty obtaining. To follow a star is to follow a dream, an insight or your intuition, to a more desirable location or position in life. Thus, stars in your dreams could also symbolize internal or external guidance and truth.

Stealing

People steal for two reasons; if they are poor and feel like they have no other alternative, or if they are greedy and do not want to put the time and the effort into earning what they need (this could be emotional as well as material "stuff"). Everyone knows that stealing is illegal and immoral, and it has these qualities in the dream as well as in reality. Consider all of the details of your dream and try to understand why the stealing is taking place. Are people taking form you without your permission, or are you trying to reap the benefits of that which you did not earn? The message from the unconscious may be that of self evaluation, neediness and morality. The understanding of this dream may bring you closer to understanding your deeper needs which will ultimately lead to greater happiness.

Storm

Everything in our life is a reflection of us and on us, it's no different in our dreams. The storm in your dreams may be reflective of some difficulty in your life. Consider all of the details and notice if you took shelter from the storm or were you swept away by it. Did the storm pass you by and were you safe, or did you suffer? All of us experience difficulties in life, our dreams make an attempt to bring us to awareness and out of denial. Think about the storms in your life, how you will weather them, and what you can do to make them subside.

Stranger

The interpretation of seeing and interacting with a stranger, or strangers, in your dream depends on the details of your dream and on your personal belief system. Some Eastern cultures believe that the strangers in your dreams are spirits from another dimension. These spirits may be teaching you lessons or giving you specific messages. The more modern approach to interpreting a dream with strangers in it, is that they represent different sides, or unfamiliar aspects, of our personality. The best way to tell is to "check inside" of yourself and simply try to understand the message of this dream. Whether the message is coming from your unconscious, or from a different reality, may be irrelevant. The message, or the lessons gained through a dream is far more important then where it came from. Just remember: The mind that dreamt the dream also knows its source and meaning (and that is YOUR own mind). Also See: People

Suicide

At a first glance this dream seems to be all negative. One would think that it connotes self hatred, deep depression, "giving up" and other such negative thoughts and feelings. At times this may be the interpretation, and if this is so for you, please confined in a friend or a loved one and seek professional help. However, there is a lighter and much more positive interpretation of this dream. It could suggest to the dreamer is making progress and is becoming a more "integrated" person. All of us have many aspects to our personality and our character. Dreaming that you are committing suicide may be symbolic of you "killing" of one aspect of your self. Possibly an aspect of self that is hurtful. For example if you were a smoker and you stopped smoking; in your dream you may need to "kill" the smoker in yourself. If you see a stranger committing suicide, that still might be you. You may be getting rid of an unnecessary and useless part of yourself, and you may be starting a new and better way of doing things. If you see someone that you know committing suicide, the dream may be symbolic of your perceptions and concerns about that individual. Either way, the mind that created this dream may be experiencing stress, anxiety and doubt, so lighten up and try to have more positive thoughts during the day.

Sun

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 represent a spiritual force or the light of God. Sunrise may indicate new beginnings and a new wave of energy. Sunsets suggest a period of closure and completion. Sun light in your dreams is never a negative symbol. Its presence, even in the most disturbing dreams, has reassuring quality. Old dream interpretation books say that sun shining on you is an omen of good fortune and good will.

Swimming

If you are swimming in your dream you are most likely swimming through the "ocean" of your unconscious and through the "sea" of your emotions. The ease with which you are doing this activity will give you clues as to how well you are navigating through those very complex parts of yourself. Are you out of your depth or winning a race?

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