Aboriginal People
Accident
of their race if they are experiencing race related issues.
People who are only half Native may dream about Native
people if they don’t feel accepted by other Native people.
Abortion
To dream of an abortion represents developing situations
in your life that have been rejected or abandoned. You or
someone else has changed their mind. An abortion may be a
sign that you are hesitant about pursuing a new direction
in your life due to fear, pressure, personal conflict or
moral obligations.
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Above
To dream that something is above you indicates that that
you have goals that seem out of reach. It may also reflect
something you perceive to be ideal. Feelings about things
you aspire to in life., Feeling that you have challenging
obstacle ahead of you. To dream of moving towards a high
place represents your progress towards a goal. Negatively,
it may reflect feelings about a problem that is looming in
your future. Alternatively, the dream may indicate that
something is making you feel inferior or inadequate.
Abroad
To dream of being or going abroad represents your state
of mind that is changing. Moods, attitudes, or motivating
factors are different. An area of your life or belief system
is transforming or experiencing a temporary change. The
country you visit symbolizes how your mental state may be
changing. Refer to the themes section for countries for a
more in depth look at country symbolism.
Abscess
To dream of an abscess represents a problem that has
been accumulating. You either need to take action or get
something out into the open
Absence
To dream that someone is absent represents something that
you feel is missing from your life. It may also reflect a sense
of loss. Alternatively, you may be looking to fill a void in
your life.
Absorbed
To dream of something being absorbed represents ideas or
feelings that are being integrated into your own. Absorption
may reflect adaptation to other people or your surroundings.
A merger or blending of separate aspects of yourself. A
stronger aspect of yourself taking over a less developed
aspect. To dream of being absorbed may represent giving up
free will.
Abstinence
To dream that you practice abstinence represents habits or
negative thinking patterns that you are refraining from.
You might be taking things more slowly.
Abundance
To dream of having an abundance of a certain item
represents an area of your life that is very active or powerful.
You are thinking about something a lot or noticing that
something in your life is very resourceful.
Negatively, you feel overwhelmed by negative emotions or
negative situations. You might be thinking about something
too much.
Abuse
To dream you are abusing someone represents your
hostility to a person or situation. It may also reflect a lack
of appreci ation or respect for other people or some area
of your life. Abuse may point to self-defeating thinking
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patterns such as regret, guilt, or feeling depressed. To
dream of being abused represents issues that you perceive
to be hostile to your well-being. A reaction from a
person or situation in real life that you feel is too harsh or
overcompensated. If you were abused in real life then the
dream may be a sign that you need to begin to confront
your past by speaking to someone.
Abyss
To dream of an abyss represents a situation that feels endless
or pointless. You may feel that a potential consequence
will last forever or never allow you to do what you want
again. You may be experiencing a crisis or critical situation.
Alternatively, dreaming about an abyss may reflect feelings
about the emptiness or eternal nature
of death.
Acacia Tree
To dream of an acacia tree represents you or someone
else that is noticing nothing wrong during an unbearable
situation. Negatively, an acacia tree may be a sign that you
or someone else is going to extreme lengths to ignore a
problem or other people’s feelings. Refusing to give in even
though a situation is beyond terrible. Positively, an acacia
tree represents holding your ground when nobody else cares
any more.
Academy
To dream of an academy represents being self-conscious
about a single passion or serious interest. You are very
concerned about one thing that you wish to be very
successful with. You may be doing everything you can to be
the best at something.
Accelerator
To dream of stepping on an accelerator represents a decision
to pursue a goal in full force. You are “speeding” towards a
goal. Alternatively, the an accelerator dream may point to a
need to slow down.
Accent
To dream of speaking with an accent represents the
manner in which thoughts or feelings are being conveyed.
The ethnicity of the accent symbolizes how you perceive
yourself. To dream of someone else speaking with an
accent represents how an aspect of your personality that
is conveying itself to you. Negatively, it may reflect self-
deception. Positively, it may point to higher standards of
thinking. Accents that stand out in a negative way may
represent insecurities or self-deception. Accents that
stand out in a positive way may represent confidence or a
heightened sense of importance.
Acceptance
To dream about acceptance represents issues of self-esteem
or measuring up to the expectations of others. You may
feel a need for approval. It may also reflect a need to prove
yourself in some manner. There may be situation or group of
people with higher standards that you wish to be a part of.
Accessory
To dream of accessorizing yourself represents feelings of
being incomplete. You may feel that something is missing
in your life. An accessory may also reflect a dependency.
Alternatively, an accessory may represent accentuation.
Something in your life that makes everything feel better.
Accident
To dream of being in an accident represents waking life
errors of judgement or mistakes you’ve made. Feelings about
an oversight you’ve made or weren’t thinking about actions.
Accomplice
To dream that you are an accomplice to a crime represents
negative influences that you are enabling or approving.
Accordion
To dream of an accordion represents making others feel
that you are trying too hard or overcompensating. You or
someone else that is putting too much effort into something.
An accordion may reflect a failed attempt to impress or
convince someone. Positively, an accordion may symbolize
your attempt to show someone how hard you are trying.
Accountant
To dream of an accountant represents objectivity toward
a situation that you feel needs to make sense. A serious
examination of a situation to determine if it’s winning or
losing. You or someone you know is carefully looking at
the facts or making sure something make sense. Anxiety
or serious concern about about a situation making sense
from a standpoint of winning versus losing. Making sure all
factors have been considered your attempt to maintain a
sound situation. Alternatively, an accountant in a dream
may reflect your awareness of yourself trying to responsibly
manage finances. Negatively, dreaming about an accountant
may reflect your awareness of financial problems that you
are hiding from other people. Cleverly manipulating financial
information to disguise or put off confronting your problems
in the current moment.
Accounts
To dream about your bank accounts represents self-
consciousness about personal resources or power. What it
and what isn’t possible for you. Negatively, it may reflect
self-consciousness about things you unable to do. Goals you
“can’t afford” in life. Positively, it may reflect confidence
about goals you are planning or future possibilities.
Alternatively, a bank account may indicate financial worries.
Accuse
To dream of being accused of something, may represent
feelings of guilt or blaming yourself. Self-defeating thinking
patterns. It may also reflect doubts you have about yourself
or choices you are making.
Ace
To dream of the ace in the deck of cards represents a
conforming advantage in a strategic situation. Good luck or
an upper hand that conforms to your benefit when you take
a chance.
Aches
To dream of having aches may represent emotional pain or
psychological exhaustion. You might also have been exposed
to a person or situation for too long. Aches may reflect a
need for a break or time
to yourself.
Achievement
To dream of an achievement represents satisfaction with the
outcome of a situation, plan, or project. A difficult problem
may have been solved or you’ve reached a milestone in your
life.
Acid
To dream of acid represents an aspect of your personality
that scathing or harsh. Possibly a reflection of hatred, rage,
and/or a desire for revenge. You or someone else that is
purposely hurtful. Acid may also represent something or
someone that is eating away at you. Alternatively, acid may
represent a corrosive or negative influence. To dream of
throwing acid in someone’s face represents harsh personal
actions to make sure someone doesn’t get to feel good
about themselves ever again. Actions towards others that
are so terrible it permanently destroys their self-esteem,
reputation, or confident attitude. Making sure someone
never gets to feel good again and always remembers you
for it.
Acorn
To dream of an acorn represents a personal reaping or
personal windfall. Unexpected good fortune or benefits
that are just for you. Surprise at how fortunate you were
to be in the right place at the right time. Negatively, an
acorn may reflect exploiting loopholes or good luck that
you don’t deserve. Using a lucky opportunity to get away
with something wrong. Not having to pay your bills or be
obligated to a responsibility because a lucky opportunity
allows you to escape it.
Acquaintance
To dream of an acquaintance represents an aspect of
yourself that you’re still trying to get to know. Possibly
a reflection of limited experience with certain people or
situations. Alternatively, an acquaintance may symbolize
an aspect of yourself based on your most honest feelings or
thoughts of that person. Ask yourself what stands out the
most about that person.
Acquit
To dream of being acquitted of a crime represents a situation
or problem that you no longer feel responsible for. You may
feel vindicated. Being acquitted in a dream may also reflect
feelings of forgiveness. Negatively, dreaming about being
acquitted may reflect feelings about getting away with
dishonest behavior. Feeling that there is not enough proof
to place blame or responsibility on you. Feeling that guilty
people in your life at getting away with dishonest behavior.
Acrobat
To dream of an acrobat represents an aspect of yourself
that is maintaining balance under chaotic conditions. You
may have a lot of pressure or demands being put on you. An
acrobat may be a sign that you need to ask for some help or
may benefit from a slower pace. It may also be a sign that
your creativity is being stretched too thin.
Alternatively, dreaming of acrobatics may be a metaphor for
sexual intercourse.
Acting
To dream that you are acting represents putting up a front
or pretending to be someone you are not. Posing, posturing,
or not being yourself. Putting on a fake persona. It may even
reflect deceptive interactions with others.
Acrobat
To dream of an acrobat represents an aspect of yourself
that is maintaining balance under chaotic conditions. You
may have a lot of pressure or demands being put on you. An
acrobat may be a sign that you need to ask for some help or
may benefit from a slower pace. It may also be a sign that
your creativity is being stretched too thin. Alternatively,
dreaming of acrobatics may be a metaphor for sexual
intercourse.
Acting
To dream that you are acting represents putting up a front
or pretending to be someone you are not. Posing, posturing,
or not being yourself. Putting on a fake persona. It may even
reflect deceptive interactions with others.
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