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What Did That Dream Mean?

Do dreams really mean anything or is that just a new age concept? In fact, mainstream science does accept the idea that dreams have meaning. The meaning depends largely on the dreamer but it is believed that there are some dream symbols and situations that we all recognize.

I was sleeping in my bedroom when I suddenly opened my eyes. The room was still, my tiny nightlight gave its safe, steady glow, the radio played comforting music. I turned my head to the right, and on the other side of the bed stood our neighbor, Mrs. Rodney. She was draped in black from the neck down and standing so calm.

I felt a sudden, cold drop of fear down the middle of my back.

She seemed to realize suddenly that I was awake.

Her eyes darkened. She raised her arms, slowly. They were draped in black cloth. As she lifted them, they became hideous wings. Her teeth became fangs. I was a block of stone in my bed. I wanted to duck under the covers. I wanted to run. But I couldn’t, as her darkness enveloped my room.

Then, I woke up.

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Dreams in Which you are Naked in a Public Place

A common dream that most people have had at some time. It reveals an underlying fear of being exposed in some way, to your co-workers or to strangers. We put on an indentity when we face the world and our clothes are the physical part of that identity. Without it we feel naked, exposed. When you wake up, try to remember how you feel about being naked in front of everybody. Are you horrified?Are you pleased with yourself? Maybe being exposed is your worst nightmare, maybe it isn’t.

Dreams in Which You are Being Chased

If you dream of being stalked or chased, it might indicate that you feel stressed, hounded by a situation. It also relates to a fear of being attacked. Remember, this could mean a verbal attack, or a situation that is other than physical. Worries about the mortgage and the car note can make you dream of being chased.

Realize that your problem is not going to go away. Analyze the dream to see how you felt about the chaser.

Dreams of a New House

A home is a symbol of life itself.  If you dream you are looking for a new home, perhaps it means you are looking for a lifestyle change or that you sense one coming. If you dream of decorating a home it shows that you are amending your lifestyle- maybe losing weight or going back to school.

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  1. George W Whitehead

    On April 19, 2009 at 3:09 am


    Great article, Stephanie. I don’t know if I ever dream in my sleep, I guess I must do, but there is never any recall in the morning. I have never had one dream that I could remember the next day. Perhaps I’m just brainless!

  2. Kate Smedley

    On April 19, 2009 at 7:29 am


    Interesting article about the meaning of dreams,I do try and keep a dream journal, some are just plain weird but it’s fun trying to work out what they mean!

  3. Joie Schmidt

    On April 19, 2009 at 7:31 pm


    Very interesting – - I’m fascinated by dreams.

    Blessings.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  4. dee gold

    On April 19, 2009 at 10:45 pm


    very interesting

  5. CutestPrincess

    On May 9, 2009 at 11:11 am


    Very well written piece..you have honestly made an effort…

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