It’s bedtime! Time for you to snuggle down under your sheets and delight in the safety and comfort of your bedroom. As you close your eyes, you can feel yourself slipping into another world.

Even while you’re sleeping, you might see various things in your head. When you wake up, you either you remember them vividly or you completely forget them. This is the mystery that our dreams bring us.

A dream is said to occur when our subconscious takes over while our brain is resting. According to Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, dreams also serve as an outlet of our repressed urges, impulses and fears. Dreams always involve sounds, feelings and images, which is why when we wake up after a dream, we sometimes feel as if the dream was very real.

For many people, dreams are bewildering, sometimes even troublesome. For some people, dreams are magical and enjoyable. Often, you wake up mystified, wondering why you saw certain recurring images in your dreams. You might think that those were just random and silly thoughts that have entered your mind. You might even think that they have nothing to do with the real world whatsoever. On the contrary, your dreams can tell a lot about you. The things you dream have certain symbols in your life.

Here are the top ten dreams that people have, and their corresponding symbols and analysis. Which of these are familiar to you?

10. Physical Exposure: Being Naked

No, it does not necessarily mean you’ll be revealing your physical body to other people. Contrary to what many people think, dreaming of nakedness or nudity does not imply any sexual, racy or explicit thought. Rather, this type of dream suggests that the dreamer is vulnerable and hesitant.

If you dreamed that you were naked, it might mean that you’re afraid of exposing your true self or your actions to other people. Sometimes, being naked also symbolizes a positive concept, such as being free, open-minded and unrestrained.

9. God’s Messengers: Dreaming of Angels

There have been numerous accounts and stories of religious individuals dreaming about angels. An example of one of these people is Saint Theresa of Avila.

Today, there are still some people who dream of these winged divine creatures. Although many interpret this as a religious and holy vision, dreaming of angels has a more symbolic meaning.

Since angels are symbols of purity and goodness, dreaming of them usually means that you are being guided towards the right path in your life. Pay very close attention to what the angel is telling you, since his or her advice may make your life better, more fulfilling and happier.

8. The Free-Flowing Element: Dreaming of Water

Water can be a symbol of numerous ideas. Some say it symbolizes a person’s emotional mind, while some believe it can stand for refreshment, knowledge, spirituality and healing. Just as it comes in diverse forms, dreaming of water can have several meanings. The meaning of water depends on its appearance and usage in the dream.

For example, to dream of calm water symbolizes that you are in tune with your spirituality, while muddy water can be a sign of negative emotions and unclear thoughts. Walking on water can mean that you are in control of your emotions and that you have faith in yourself. Drowning in water can mean that you have no control over your emotions and you’re afraid that they might overcome you.

7. Running Thoughts: Chasing Dreams

Have you ever had a disturbing dream where you were being chased by an unknown pursuer who wanted to hurt you? You just kept on running until you woke up tired and exhausted from your ordeal, as if you’ve been running in real life.

Dreams like this are very common among people who often undergo extreme stress and pressure. This type of dream usually happens when a person feels anxious and tired. Since running is a natural response to physical threats, the individual manifests this action in his or her dreams. You run, hide, and even try to outwit your attacker.

6. Food in Your Subconscious Thought: Dreaming of Eating

Who doesn’t like eating? Every person has experienced dreaming of food, especially if they went to bed hungry. Even so, there are times when dreaming of eating doesn’t have anything to do with your empty tummy. This type of dream can sometimes symbolize the “ingesting” of your intellectual or emotional nourishment. It can refer to a new thought, an experience or a feeling.

The type of food being eaten also has a particular meaning. For example, eating an apple can symbolize pleasure, harmony and fertility, while eating bananas can mean that the hard work you did would be rewarded inadequately. Eating cabbage in a dream can stand for family quarrels, while eating cookies means that minor disputes and problems will annoy you.

5. Counting 1, 2, 3: Numbers in Dreams

When you dream of numbers, your first impulse would be to run and buy a lottery ticket. Many people believe that these numbers are a “sign” bringing good luck to the person who dreamt of it.

Although this can be true sometimes, it is not always the case. Some numbers in a person’s dream can stand for a personal significance in the individual’s life. These numbers can represent an address, an age, a date or even a time.

The numbers themselves have a particular meaning in dreams. For example, the number one (considered a male number) symbolizes that the dreamer is striving to develop his or her creativity or individuality. The number three represents the mind, body and the spirit, and it can mean that the person is looking for a commitment.

4. Of Death and Dying: Dreaming of Death

When you dream of your death or the death of a loved one, you’d usually end up crying or very worried when you wake up. Death is a very sad and painful concept, even if it’s just in your dreams. Even so, you shouldn’t worry too much.

Death and dying in dreams are rarely perceived as prophetic or as forewarnings. Rather, they represent a phase in your life that’s about to come to a close.

For example, if you dream of yourself dying, it might symbolize that you’re changing and moving towards a new life. On the other hand, dreaming of the death of another person can mean that there’s something special about that person that you lack in yourself.

3. Seeing Your Molars: Dreaming of Losing Teeth

It’s bad enough to experience losing a tooth in real life, but what if you also experience this in your dreams? Many people today experience this type of shocking and nerve-wracking dream.

Sometimes, the teeth fall from the mouth without any warning, sometimes they crumble into your hands, and sometimes they just fall out with a light prod. When people have this type of dream, their impulse is to panic.

If you dream about losing a tooth, don’t worry. You don’t need to go rushing to your dentist just yet. Losing a tooth or teeth in a dream might only reflect how you worry about your physical appearance and what others think of you. It can also symbolize your fear of embarrassment.

Sometimes, losing your teeth in dreams can also symbolize a lack of power. Remember, we use our teeth to chew, bite and gnaw. Dreaming of them gone might reflect your sense of powerlessness and frustration.

2. The Bottomless Pit: Falling Dreams

Have you ever had a dream where you’re falling, falling into a bottomless abyss? You can feel gravity pulling you, and the wind rushing against your body, but just when you’re about to hit the ground, you wake up and realize that you’re still lying in your comfy bed.

Falling dreams are very popular among many people. Some even say that you’ll die if you don’t wake up before you hit the ground, although this is only a myth. These dreams are said to symbolize feelings of anxiety, instability, and insecurity. If you always encounter situations in your life that fall out of your control and that overwhelm and confuse you, then you might be prone to experiencing these dreams. You lose your foothold, and since you don’t have anything to hold on to, you continue to fall downwards.

Fear of failure or failure itself can also be representations for falling dreams. When you feel a deep sense of shame, hurt, or loss of self-esteem, it’s like falling down into an endless abyss. According to Freud, falling dreams can also be indications that you are contemplating giving in to a strong sexual urge or impulse.

1. Defying Gravity: Dreaming of Flying

As soon as you close your eyes, you feel yourself being lifted off the ground. You can almost feel the rush of air around you, and as you look down, you can see the landscape below you. A rush of excitement comes over you and even if it’s all happening in your head, you feel exhilarated, as if nothing can reach you.

This is what a flying dream is like. It’s like you’re Superman, but you’re asleep. This type of dream can have numerous symbols, but it usually represents that you have risen above something in particular. A person’s ability to fly in a dream can also symbolize his or her personal sense of power, as well as gaining a new and higher perspective about a situation or emotion.

Your flying dreams can also hold different symbols within it. For example, if you encounter many hindrances on your path, such as trees and mountains that make it difficult for you to keep going, it means that you are struggling with obstacles in real life that hinder your path to success. If you’re afraid to go higher while flying, it means that you’re hesitant to try new challenges or face change.

Dreaming is an unavoidable experience, but whether you find them depressing, exciting or peculiar, remember that these are all in your head. You can learn a lot about yourself and your personality through your dreams. Maybe the next time you remember one, try to analyze it and see if it fits you and your present situations. Sleep tight!

 

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* No matter what you’re dreaming of, you may want to have some control over your night time imagination. With these tips on how to control your dreams, you can dream about the things that will lead you to a peaceful night’s sleep.