Idea Dream Meaning

Getting a great idea in a dream predicts frustration, unless you recalled the idea when you woke up, in which case you can expect a stroke of unusual luck.

To dream of a taco filled with ingredients indicates a sudden new idea far removed from any idea or concept you may have contemplated before.An empty taco shell indicates that...

Sometimes this dream can be literal and tell of a real pregnancy. But more generally if you dream of being pregnant it is to do with a creative idea or...

As a symbol, an arrow has two meanings, one connected to aim and the other to how the arrow lands. You place an arrow where you desire with focus and...

To dream of a casserole indicates the forming of a wonderful, life sustaining idea.To dream that you are removing the casserole from the oven is a further indication that the...

Quality of an experience, idea: an inviting aroma or unpleasant smell.If something stinks it is a bad idea.

Feeding someone can represent: Physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual nourishment.A responsibility, or the idea of fulfilling a commitment.The action or idea of giving, especially where there is a need.Generosity, love,...

The idea of catching, intending to catch, or being caught.Being caught in a net can represent a feeling or fear of being accused, cornered, or victimized.Being in a high place...

Attention to detail, or a situation that demands such.The idea of perfection, or focusing too much on trying to achieve it.The idea of removing nuisances from your life.See Fragment, Scissors,...

A decision or decision point.The idea of making a change or a change in direction.Someone turning their head and looking at you might represent the idea of that person focusing...

To see a roadrunner in your dream represents intellectual prowess, but might suggest that you are running from idea to idea. Do you feel the need to stop and consider...

Abundant or plenty (as in a “fat” wallet).Rich or valuable.The idea of having “enough.” Stored energy or unused potential.The idea of holding on to things such as emotional baggage or...

Flying a kite may mention an uplifting thought or idea that others may notice as remarkable. It may suggest an idea that will take flight in the future. Or it...

Infinity (or something that seems infinite) can represent: The idea of no limits or no end.Freedom somewhere in your life.An extreme idea, feeling, or place (such as “the best,” “the...

A lightbulb may appear in a dream as an outstanding symbol for an important idea.A bumed-out lightbulb may represent a forgotten idea or feeling creatively blocked.’

The idea of removing, reducing, or getting rid of something (such as perceived flaws, mistakes, differences, evidence, etc.).The idea of purifying or purging.Concern about what other people think of you,...

A process, activity, or project in which something is created (such as art, music, construction, or building a relationship).The idea of making something out of nothing (or out of very...

A perceived physical, emotional, or mental threat in your life.The idea of an intrusion into your personal boundaries or space.The idea of piercing or breaking through (such as breaking through...

Comfort, reassurance, or the feeling of home (or a desire for such).A puzzle or problem that’s solved.The idea of being “well put together,” organized, or balanced.Logic or organized thinking or...

The idea of “amplifying” or “broadcasting” who you are, your expression, thoughts, or opinions.Self-expression in a big way.The idea of being heard or spotlighted by others.For more clues, consider how...

The old idea that one’s spiritual power was held in the head gives rise to the idea that a barber signifies control of spiritual strength.

A relatively new phenomenon, the flash mob is a moment of creative genius that arises out of chaos.It is a symbol of the ability of random thoughts to suddenly coalesce...

Fish are symbols of ideas that float around just below the surface of our consciousness. In the case of a goldfish, this is the simplest form of an idea that...

Something that is electric or electronic could represent: The idea of being or seeming robotic, inanimate, or inhuman.Efficiency.Intelligence, as in advanced technology.Assistance, or a tool that assists.The idea of automation...

A dream of a seed or a pip may suggest the germ of an idea that will grow into something important, if you find the determination and patience to follow...

Reaping or harvesting something (such as produce or a crop) can represent: The results of work or effort.The “effect” part of “cause and effect.” The idea of justice or getting...

Rescuing someone or something can represent: Good will toward others, compassion, or a sense of humanity.The idea that you’ve been doing too much (or not enough) helping others.The idea of...

Perfection (such as the idea of spiritual perfection or strength).The idea of luck or good fortune (or the desire for such).A feeling that something in your life is reaching its...

Psychological / emotional perspective: Conventionally pictured in long flowing robes with a long beard, he tends to be seen as somewhat otherworldly. In dreams he appears when we are struggling...

Flow, such as of time or a process.Control of flow, including stopping, starting, or regulating when and how fast something is allowed to proceed.The idea of abundance or an endless...

To eat meatballs in a dream is to feel comforted and close to home.To make meatballs in a dream is to collect your thoughts. You may be forming a new...

Spiritually the idea of a theatre in a dream highlights the idea of the microcosm within the macrocosm – the small within a larger framework.A stage is a representation of...

Biting into food to take it into your body might represent: The idea of taking what you want or need from the world around you (or the idea of taking...

Native to Australia, this marsupial’s appearance in a dream can represent the mothering aspect when carrying its baby in a pouch. It can represent the need to incubate an idea...

The idea of open and honest communication.The idea of revealing information, feelings, truths, or something else about yourself.Willingness to take an emotional risk or make yourself vulnerable in a beneficial...

Physical organization or appearance.A system or method.A logical way of thinking.Mental organization or neatness (such as of your thoughts or your life).The idea of storing memories.Filing something away can represent...

A real or feared threat in your life.The idea of someone taking advantage of you or taking something from you (such as your time, energy, effort, attention, personal space, or...

Vision: Receiving a patent: you have a good idea and need to put it into action. Seeing an unfamiliar patent: you have reacted much too late in a certain matter.Depth...

An emphasis or focus on whatever you’re repeating.Correcting a mistake, or a desire to do so.The idea of trying again or getting another chance.Something repeated over and over can represent:...

To dream of a demolition suggests that an experience of complete deconstruction of a strongly held idea may be occurring in your waking life. Although there may be a sense...

A feeling or fear of needing help or needing to be rescued (physically, emotionally, or mentally).Receiving good will or support, or a desire for such.The idea of letting others rescue...

Material aspects: In dreams the fish tends to represent anything – an idea or project – that is taking on form but at this point has not yet become conscious....

1. If adopting a child, dreamer is accepting some proposal made in waking life, such as a new idea.2. If child is rejected, a new idea is rejected.3. If dreamer...

Self-defense.Fear or anxiety (of attack, judgment, criticism, “stinging words,” etc.).The advantage of being quick.The idea of hiding or not drawing attention to yourself.The idea of having a “hidden gift” (as...

Confiding in someone can represent: The idea of trust or feeling comfortable with that person.A particular matter that you’d like to share, vent about, get guidance on, or ask for...

The idea of lack or of having to do without something (or a fear of such).Simplicity.A sparse environment can represent: a perceived lack of abundance somewhere in your life, a...

Self-protection.A hidden strength or means of self-defense.Self-confidence or feeling self-secure.The idea of “making a stink” (such as standing up for yourself or others, or bringing attention to something).Suppressed anger, or...

A fetus is a developmental stage in the life of any animal whose young are gestated inside the mother’s body. In this stage, all creatures resemble one another, so one...

Announcement or alert.The heralding of a change.An interruption or surprise.Being present in the current moment.The idea of time, or awareness of the passage of time.Isolation, whether or not by choice.The...

A piece, sliver, or other fragment can represent: Part of a whole (such as one member of a group, or one event in a series).The idea of small.The idea of...

A bond or feeling of closeness (emotional, mental, familial, marital, friendship, etc.), or a desire for it.A perceived similarity between two people or things (similar qualities, situations, etc.).The idea of...

A dance is a gathering of people, and in the dream world those people should be considered as thoughts within your consciousness gathered around a common idea.The idea in this...

Gives gender-specific: In a woman’s dream being shot or shot at can symbolize the sexual act and all that goes along with the idea of penetration. She might wish to...

The idea of covering up, blanketing, hiding, or obscuring what lies beneath.A fresh or new appearance (at least temporarily).The idea of the whole being comprised of many unique elements (such...

The idea of time in general.The passage of time.Being late or early, short of time, or having too much time (or a fear of such).The idea of adhering to a...

Getting rid of unwanted things (problems, worries, guilt, unpleasant memories, self-defeating beliefs or habits, etc.), or a desire to do so.The idea of renewal or starting fresh.Someone or something that...

A “sticky” or “dirty” mess, such as a challenge or problem.Feeling stuck, or feeling the potential to get stuck somehow in your life (as in “stuck in the mud”).The idea...

The idea of keeping spiritual records is quite a powerful one. These may range from the akashic records, an accounting of our personal thoughts words and actions in a cosmic...

The idea of lots of attention being focused on one thing or in one direction (such as on a person, event, or story).Demand, or the idea of “popular demand.” Performing...

The “work” aspect of your life.Your real-life work or job (even if the dream workplace doesn’t resemble your actual workplace).The idea of working or being productive.The idea of your job...

A hook is a tool used to keep something hanging in one place. As such, hooks represent anything inside your consciousness that an outside idea can be hung on. In...

The past.Things from your past that are preserved or still lingering (memories, emotions, judgments, etc.).The importance of whatever is represented by the museum’s contents.The idea of being unused, untouched, untouchable,...

Time, the passage of time, or a concern about time.The idea of limited time or not enough time.The idea of having to wait or having too much time on your...

A deformity, or the idea of something that has mutated, can represent: Someone or something that’s different or unexpected (or a fear of such).The idea of being different, or of...

The mind and communication. Mercury is the light in the ever-changing consciousness within us that moves from idea to idea. The Mercury archetype is associated with the Greek mythic figure...

A perceived force or energy of some kind.Attraction.The idea that “opposites attract” or “opposites repel each other.” Polarities (such as right and wrong, black and white, good and bad).The electromagnetic...

A container or dispenser for liquid (such as a bottle, jug, or pitcher) can represent: Drinking, quenching, or satisfying.Containment or control.Abundance.The idea of generosity or something else “pouring forth.” The...

A rocket or spacecraft can represent: Power (such as to make progress toward a goal).Achievement, perhaps despite overwhelming challenges (as a rocket overcoming the force of gravity).Something that’s complicated, hard...

Making progress or moving onward to what’s ahead in your life.The specific path that you feel will lead you where you want to go, or to whatever’s next for you.The...

The threshold of something new (real or imagined).Preparing for a transition or change.Your feelings (optimism, dread, etc.) about a certain aspect of your life or about what’s coming next in...

The idea of an addiction or a nervous habit (possibly to different substance, activity, habit, or way of thinking).A source of physical, emotional, or mental toxicity in your life.Self-sabotage.Rebellion.A desire...

1- A raft is a place of safety; often amid turbulcnce. While it mav not be overly secure, it has the ability to support us. This is the kind of...

The idea of resurrection may initially be thought of as a religious symbol, as it has great significance in the world of depth psychology and the concept of the archetypal...

A garage sale or yard sale can represent clearing out, cleaning out, or letting go (of things, outdated beliefs, self-defeating patterns, or other things that are no longer working for...

The idea of something “going down the drain,” being wasted, flowing out, or disappearing.Something being lost or gone (such as time or energy) like “water down the drain.” The idea...

In a woven object (such as fabric or a tapestry), the weaving can represent: Something organized or regular in your life.Taking an organized or systematic approach in a particular task...

Consider the motivation for crouching.Crouching to get past an obstacle (such as a tree branch) can represent the idea of handling a challenge in order to continue making progress in...

Attack or aggression.Strength.Tenacity.Acting with stealth or anonymity.The unknown.The subconscious mind or something within it.The idea of something “suddenly coming out of nowhere,” or your ability to react to unpredictable events.A...

Making a speech has two perspectives, because on the one hand it has a universal meaning that connects to the projecting of a single focused thought in an effort to...

The idea that something is missing or something has been lost.A flaw, irregularity, or the idea that something is not quite right.An opening or opportunity for something to pass from...

Any symbol of salvation in a dream probably refers to one of two things:(1) The religious idea of being rescued from one’s sins and their consequences.If this is the ‘feel’...

A drawer (such as in a dresser or cabinet) can represent: The idea of keeping or holding on to things.The way you organize things in your life or in your...

A feeling or fear of losing a sense of security or control.A sudden lack of foundation in your life, such as a situation in which “the rug is pulled out...

A feeling or fear of losing your quality of life, security, social support, personal or financial well-being, or something else.The idea of losing an aspect of your personal foundation or...

Descending or going downhill could represent: A feeling of losing progress, moving backward or downward in life, or the idea of things getting worse (as in a “downward spiral”).Things getting...

1- Tobacco appearing in dreams will have different meanings depending on whether the dreamer is a smoker or not.If he or she is a smoker, then tobacco, in the dream,...

Wearing or trying on a wedding dress (or veil) can represent: The idea of your own wedding (such as remembering or imagining your real wedding, or exploring the idea of...

Makeup such as foundation, lipstick, or eye shadow can represent: Feeling the need to enhance or change yourself somehow to increase acceptance by others or yourself.An issue regarding perfection, judging...

Using inaction or pretending as a self-defense strategy, or in a wise way (as opossums pretend to be asleep when threatened).The idea of faking, hiding the truth, hiding your feelings,...

A lottery particularly in today’s climate suggests the idea of gaining through taking a risk.To dream of winning a lottery would suggest that one has either been lucky or clever...

An actual birthday.The idea of celebrating or honoring a person, or giving them positive attention or good will.The idea of giving or receiving tangible or intangible gifts (things that are...

You are looking under the surface of things, at the hidden structure of an idea. Skeletons support the physical body and are not readily visible to the outside world. They...

A specific real-life place where you interact with or work alongside others (such as your workplace or school).An environment with a characteristic of a library (such as quiet, authority figures...

The idea of meeting that person or someone they represent in your life, whether a real or imagined meeting (for example, meeting your mother for lunch might represent yesterday’s meeting...

also see Religious Imagery1- Dreaming of being in a situation where we arc worshipping something such as an idea, a person, a concept or an object is to be opening...

A head or skull can represent: A person’s identity, self, personality, life, mood, or state of mind.Authority over yourself, or the authority figure of a group (such as the president...

According to Jung, the graves of kings who were honored as gods are a symbol of the idea of resurrection. Egypt is not the only place with pyramids; they have...