Meaning of Dreams About Death; and Interpretation of Other Dreams

Thursday, February 01, 2018 0
Having dreams about death? Expert explains meaning of this and other common nightmares. The scenes that play out in your sleep can give you an insight into your waking mind - dream specialist Delphi Ellis explains how


If you've ever had a dream in which you or someone you love died, you'll know it can be a somewhat unsettling experience.
Dreams can be mundane, surreal, or even verge on terrifying. It is thought that we typically have several a night, each lasting between five and 20 minutes, although we tend to forget most of them.


Dreaming of a death might leave you worrying that something is seriously wrong with your body - but before you go running to the doctor, have a read of what dream specialist Delphi Ellis has to say on the subject.


Below she explains what could be going through your head if you're dreaming of death, having affairs, falling, losing teeth, being chased and houses.

1. Death

"We know, from years of research, that all dreams mean something. Everybody is different, so dreams of death will mean something unique to the dreamer.
"In some traditions, people come together and discuss their dreams each morning - dreaming of death was a good sign , with the prospect that this was news predicting a birth.
"Death in dreams can also reflect change we see in others or ourselves . If someone we love is behaving differently, this can manifest as a death in a dream.
"Young mums often dream about the death of their babies, recognizing the responsibility they feel for the safety of their child and the worry that something bad may happen.
"Parents may also have death dreams as children grow older, acknowledging that the vulnerable young person who depended on them is no longer there.


"Some people fear dreams of death are an omen that something bad is about to happen ; I've met many people who have described predictive dreams, so it's understandable why some people worry it will come true when they dream that someone passes away.
"Thankfully though, dreams of death - whilst disturbing - mainly serve to remind us how precious life is and that we should make the most of every moment with the people we love and care about.
" Death dreams can be caused by anxiety , particularly if we have heard news of a passing or there is someone precious on our mind; as we start to consider our own mortality we may be thoughtful about how time could be running out.
"It's important to address anxiety and set yourself up for a good night sleep, by dealing with stress positively during the day and ensuring your bedroom environment is relaxing and calm."

2. Falling

"Do you remember the story of Alice falling down the rabbit hole in Wonderland? Your dreams take you on a journey every night, and to dream of falling depends very much on how you experience it.
"If you're enjoying the sensation of falling, you're most likely relishing the feeling of not knowing where the latest adventure in your life takes you."



"If you dislike it, chances are you're feeling out of control and don't know what's next.
"Either way, the dream can highlight that changes are ahead and the future to some extent is unknown."

3. Being chased

"This dream usually represents anxiety that something is catching up with you. If you know what's chasing you in the dream, this gives you a clue as to where the problem lies; however many people just know they're being chased or sense a presence coming to get them.
"It may be that you have some unfinished business with someone or you're worried that the past is somehow influencing your present."



"This doesn't mean you've done anything wrong; many people today feel they're not 'good enough' in many areas of their life.
"If you're having this dream, perhaps you worry you'll be replaced by someone or something 'better' at work or at home."

4. Having affairs

"I'm often approached by people who have dreamt their partner is cheating and are worried their subconscious is trying to communicate this to them.
"Whilst it's fair to say we receive messages from our subconscious on many levels, this dream usually suggests a fear a partner will cheat, rather than evidence they're actually doing that." 


"This is particularly the case where someone has been unfaithful in the past in real life, reflecting an insecurity it could happen again. The dream is most common, ironically, when the relationship is going well.
"If in doubt, put the elephant in the room and talk with your partner about it. If nothing is going on, they'll gladly reassure you that you have nothing to worry about."

5. Losing teeth

"This is a really common dream, the interpretation of which is steeped in traditional meaning.
"For some cultures the teeth represent people, so to dream of losing a tooth may symbolise a fear of losing someone close to you.
"Today, teeth can also represent status and wealth - so, again, to dream of one (or several) falling out can suggest that money is an issue."



"Lots of people dream that the teeth are crumbling into the mouth.
"Anything in the mouth in a dream can symbolise a problem with communication, so have a think about with whom you're struggling to get your point across."

6. Houses

"A common dream is that you're in a house, perhaps one you don't recognise.
"Houses in dreams often mirror our view of our place in the world; the outside of the house reflects what you're prepared to let the outside world see.
"If the windows are neatly dressed and the garden well kept, you could be trying to show people that you're organised and that everything is under control.
"What's going on inside the house, though, can give away your authentic emotional state."


"So, if the house is run down, you may have been overdoing it and need some time out.
"Rooms in houses are also important. A lot of important conversations take place in the kitchen, so pay attention to the rooms which appear in your dreams and what message they're trying to convey.


"Some houses have hidden rooms, which suggests that an opportunity has been presented to you and is waiting to be explored."
 

Culled From Mirror


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