7 Common Dreams And Their Meanings

Do you ever dream of something that is strange? Don’t be alarmed, you’re not alone. There are some types of dreams like falling, being chased, or flying that are shared by most people. But, the greater question lies in whether these dreams have a deeper meaning?

Some dreams, according to psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, have a specific meaning and are linked to our minds. Our dreams are simply a reflection of what is going on in our heads. They are manifestations of subconscious desires and depending on where we are in life, we all have a wide range of dreams.

Knowing the meaning of your dreams can help you discover what is going on in your unconscious mind. Don’t you want to know if your dreams have an underlying message or deeper meanings? 

Here Are 7 Common Dreams and Their Meanings

1. Dreams About Falling

Have you ever had a strange dream in which you see yourself falling? You try to move but you’re helpless and you wake up being startled. According to researchers, this kind of dream is the most common of all. It tells you about your current situation in life.

When things don’t go as planned, you tend to dream about falling. You feel like you’re stumbling, and this reflects your emotional distress, anxiety, or failure. Perhaps you want to make a significant life change, start a new business, or relocate to another state, but you are afraid to take risks.

Dreaming of falling now indicates that you need to reconsider your choices and seek guidance in some areas of your life. You fall because you are afraid of obstacles in your path. You must overcome your fear and move forward.

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2. Dreams About Showing Up Late

Showing up late is a common theme in dreams and if you’ve experienced it, then don’t worry it doesn’t have an extremely complicated meaning. It is basically a manifestation of you finding it difficult to live up to your own expectations and others.

Have you been stressed out with your work or career lately? We get how everyone has several expectations from us, our parents, our spouse and friends to our work, and last but not least we also have expectations from ourselves. When we dream that we are late or that we are about to be late, it is often because we are having a tough time achieving our goals.

While the interpretation of each dream differs from person to person, on a general note running late in a dream can also be related to anxiety or stress. You may also experience FOMO (fear of missing out) in relationships, opportunities, or anything important. No matter how hard you try, there are things you can’t control or things you will miss because you can’t possibly be everywhere. So, give yourself some time and calmness, and you will be able to meet your goals in no time. 

3. Dreams About Meeting A Celeb

We all dream about meeting our favorite celebrities, but what if it’s just not a simple dream and it may have hidden meanings?

Well, when you dream of meeting a celeb it could be that you desire to either be with them or be like them. You are in awe of that celeb’s personality, charm, and looks that you wish you could see in real life. 

Another way of interpreting this is that it could be a reflection of an unbalanced relationship in your life. Maybe with your spouse, siblings or parents. Chances are that you might want to seek their attention and don’t know how to carry it forward. If this is the case then make an attempt of making things better than them.

You usually dream like this when a charismatic personality seems better than the people in your life.

4. Dream About Being Naked

In many culture, being naked is a sign of shame or awkwardness. The dream of being naked is one of the most common and embarrassing dreams of all. When your subconscious mind sends you a signal that you are afraid of revealing your flaws and imperfections, you tend to dream in this manner.

The term naked is frequently associated with vulnerability and reflects a person’s fears and anxieties. When a person sees themselves naked in a dream, they are afraid that their insecurities will be revealed. You don’t want your shortcomings or weaknesses to be exposed.

If you have such dreams, it is time to make a change and stop being afraid. Just try to be true to yourself and you will achieve great things. 

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5. Dream About Being Chased

It’s terrifying to dream of being chased by creepy creatures, animals, or strangers. You wake up feeling out of breath. This type of dream can only mean one thing: that you are trying to escape from something or someone in your life that you are avoiding.

It could be a confrontation, or you’re avoiding a person for the wrong/right reasons. Someone who is related to your past relationships. Sometimes we also want to from non-human aspects like our fears, emotions, and desires.

The solution to this dream is simple: you need to be confident and face the challenge and pursue your dreams or call that person you have been avoiding… trust me, you will stop the thought from haunting your dreams.

6. Dream Of Flying

At some point in life, we all have wished to fly like birds in the sky. But when you dream of flying it doesn’t mean that you want to become a Superhero. It is related to your ambitions, goals, and something that we want to seek desperately. Flying is also a symbolism of success.

Another interpretation of flying in your dream is a desire to escape from the stresses of life. This usually happens when you wish to take a break and enjoy the little things in life without having to worry about your job, rent, or kids.

Finally, dreaming of flying represents an opportunity for making things better between you and your old lover. It could also mean that a potential love interest is on its way to you and it is your time to make the move.

7. Dream Of Pregnancy

Dreaming of pregnancy can either be a worrisome topic or a long wish for most women. The dream mostly represents everything from creativity to fear. They are commonly associated with something that is in the growing and development phase and presages difficult times. 

Sometimes our dreams are symbolic or a metaphor for how we feel. Dreaming of pregnancy doesn’t mean you are actually pregnant. If you are single and dreaming of pregnancy then it is an indication that it is something you have been thinking about for a while and it has manifested in your dreams. And those who are married may be yearning to have children or fear being an inadequate mother.

Dreaming of becoming pregnant can often represent a new beginning or something life-changing. Again, this could refer to a creative process, but it could also refer to any kind of new beginning that begins internally and manifests externally later.

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Wrapping up 

If you are facing such dreams, then you need to consider reflecting on your life. What we do and don’t do affects our minds. When we fear or think about something too much we end up manifesting and dreaming about it.

If you were able to find some answers, then now is the time for you to work on them.

Tell us some of your most common dreams in the comments below!

References:

Freud, S., & Strachey, J. (1996). The interpretation of dreams (p. 217). New York: Gramercy Books.

McPhee, C. (2008). Ask the Dream Doctor: An AZ Guide to Deciphering the Hidden Symbols of Your Dreams. Dell.

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