Dream Dictionary

This is a frightening dream that may be due to anxiety and fear. It suggests feelings of frustration, anger, and powerlessness on the part of the dreamer. This dream may also be related to a radical removal of something from one's life. Some believe that you are trying to get rid of something that is no longer desirable or necessary or that the limb or the part being amputated has lost its power. According to New Age thinking, the right side of the body is usually associated with the ability to give emotionally, psychologically and physically to your self and others, while the left is linked with the ability to receive.

This dream may be pointing to one of your perceptions about life or be symbolic of life itself. You may see some parts of your life as lively, interesting, adventurous and entertaining. On the other hand, depending on the details of the dream you may see yourself as being on a wild ride, where nothing is terribly serious and life is a perpetual "roller coaster ride." If you have been dealing with a significant amount of stress in your daily life or have been overworked, this dream may be a form of compensation. The dream's message may be to encourage you to find time for fun and relaxation as well as to remind you that life is full of ups and downs and that a light-hearted attitude may be a refreshing change.

Amusement parks in dreams can also symbolize a distraction, something that is using up your attention too much and stopping you from doing what you are supposed to be doing.

If the amusement park is closed for business, or shut down, it could signify that you need to take yourself more seriously.

The anchor symbol could have varying meaning depending on what is going on in your life. It may be saying, "Stay where you are." or "This is a good place to lay down your anchor." Dreams involving anchors are hints from your unconscious and may suggest a need to reflect and economize.

Angels represent goodness, protection, and the heavenly realm. As a dream symbol they may attempt to focus the dreamer's attention on their own divine qualities and the supportive and loving aspects of life. Some say that dreaming about angels is a symbol of good luck, while others believe that you will see an angel in your dream around the time when there is a birth or death in your family, or in your close circle of friends. Angels are mystical and spiritual symbols; traditionally they have been the messengers of God. The interpretation of your dream angel depends on your own views. Generally, the message coming up from your unconscious may be of important magnitude, so record your dream and think about all of its details and implications.

This may be a carry-over from your daily life. In our dreams we can experience and express such feelings safely. Feeling great anger in your dream may be disturbing but pay attention to it and attempt to deal with all of your emotions in a more appropriate and productive manner.

The interpretation of the animal in your dream depends on your relationship with it in daily life. Animals represent the qualities in our character or specific aspects of our personalities. They could symbolise our more intuitive and instinctive parts, or they could serve as messengers for the unconscious.

There are various interpretations, for the animals you see in your dreams. Some dream researchers feel that animals appear to take on activities (in your dream) of which you are subconsciously ashamed. For example a woman who had cheated while dieting saw a farm animal eating too much of cattle feed repeatedly, in her dreams!

These apart, here are the animals, and their significance according to dream interpretation:

    * Alligator - Dangerous emotions

    * Ants- Dissatisfaction

    * Bees- hard work and organization

    * Butterfly - spiritual or emotional metamorphosis

    * Camel - endurance/financial gain

    * Dinosaurs - refers to the past

    * Donkey- humility/honor

    * Dragonfly- good news

    * Eagle- prosperity

    * Elephant- knowledge/ power/ strength

    * Horse- Power and sexual energy

    * Mice- disappointment

    * Tiger- power and beauty

See Leg

See Deer

The anus can represent childish behavior, since a child's first experience of control is control over his or her own bodily functions.

Dreaming of an anus can be a sign that someone in your waking life is anal retentive, that is, overly obsessed with small details.

Experiencing much anxiety in your dream state may be related to your current difficulties and everyday life. Gaps may exist between the way things are and the way you would like them to be. Older interpretation books suggest that when you dream about anxiety, the contrary is true and that your worries will be lessened. However, always keep the compensatory nature of dreams in mind. If you are not feeling anxiety during the day, it could be that you are ignoring it and that it will appear in your dream. Therefore, look at the details of your dream and attempt to identify the anxiety-provoking situations in your daily life.

This dream always has something to say about our relationships, the relationship that we have with ourselves and/or with others. Apologies are associated with forgiveness and honesty. Thus, consider the details of your dream and consider whether an apology is necessary in order for you to move forward in a particular relationship or with an area of your personal life.

This simple and basic fruit is a powerful symbol in religious writings, literature and in dreams. It fundamentally represents knowledge and the freedom that is associated with it. With knowledge and freedom we are in a position to make positive or negative choices. The apple should be interpreted with the consideration of all the other details in the dream. Is the apple a symbol of positive movement and spiritual and emotional liberation, or is it a symbol of runaway passions and the resulting negativity? Are you giving into temptation and making hurtful choices or are being wise and enjoying the fullness of life?

Water in all forms is a very meaningful symbol. It may represent emotions, the unconscious, sexuality, and, at times, life itself. Before interpreting this symbol first consider the other details in the dream and the overall quality of the dream experience. The aquarium could represent a portion of your life or a "slice of life." Aquariums are generally balanced and fully contained ecosystems. People enjoy aquariums because they find them soothing and relaxing. Thus, this dream's message may be a call for contemplation and relaxation. It may represent life in a small setting as compensation to the stress and, at times, overwhelming complexity of daily experiences.

If you dream about an argument, you may have conflicting feelings about something. You may be releasing negative feelings that you are unable to express in waking life. You might be remembering times during your childhood when your parents were fighting and you couldn’t do anything about it.

If you are having an argument with someone in your dream, the identity of the person you are arguing with can provide a clue as to what the dream means.  You may experience hostility toward that person in real life, or you may have an unconscious aversion to them. On the other hand, the person you are arguing with may represent an aspect of yourself. This is especially likely if you are arguing with someone you don’t know.

Arms (weapon) - see Gun

Arm (body part) -

If you dream of your arms, it can mean that you have the ability to reach out to others. However, it can also mean that you are having trouble reaching out. Your arms may represent struggles that you have endured.

How are you using your arms in your dream? Are you fighting someone, defending yourself, holding someone or being held?

If you dream that your arm has been injured or that your arms have been tied up, you may feel unable to care for yourself or to reach out to others.

Dreaming that you rip someone else's arm out is a sign that you are extremely upset with that person or with something represented by that person.