The Dalai Lama once said “Sleep is the best meditation” and, looking at the meanings and interpretations behind some common dreams, he’s right. Dreaming allows you an unbiased glimpse into your subconscious mind. While human beings like to believe we’re very different from one another, these popular dreams tell another story.
Being Chased
Dreaming that you’re being pursued by a person, or animal, is very common. It’s thought that behind the terrifying feeling of being chased, the dreamer feels threatened during waking hours. This threat can be in the form of a person-maybe a co-worker, or someone you perceive as wanting to undermine you in some way- or an emotion, such as anger-that makes you uncomfortable. Try to remember your surroundings in this dream, did you feel scared? Exhilarated? Who else was present? This will help you delve deeper into the fear behind the dream.
Related blog: Why Do We Dream?
Missing Important Events
Dreaming you’ve missed, or been tardy to, an important event-a test of some sort, a ceremony, or an appointment-is your subconscious way of “crying over spilled milk”. You feel as though you’ve missed an opportunity for a career, a relationship, or something strongly desired. Examine your past and moments of regret for the answer.
Appearing Naked in Public
Dreaming you’re naked in a public venue-school, work, church, the mall-is usually brought on by feelings of vulnerability, awkwardness and exposure. Are you feeling intimidated by a situation in your waking hours? A new job? A relationship?
Falling
Do you feel isolated? Let down? A lack of support? If so, these feelings may manifest themselves in dreams of falling. Dreaming of falling, and feeling out of control, are directly associated with feelings of abandonment. Review the current situations in your life where you feel you’re lacking support.
Losing Your Teeth
One of the most popular, and recurring dream event is the dreamer losing his or her teeth. This dream conveys feelings of loss of power, sexuality, money and control. Common among menopausal women, dreams of losing your teeth can mean a fear of losing your youth, or having your children leave the nest.
Dreams are powerful harbingers of what’s bothering you, deep down. Pay attention to your dreams and you may find the key to solving an issue that’s been bothering you for a long time. A good night’s sleep can help solve a lot of problems!
