Dream Meanings

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Sabotage
Dreaming that you have been sabotaged, represents waking conflicts. An overwhelming anxiety is threatening the boundary between your unconscious and your ego. You need to get rid of your old attitudes and former ways of thinking.

Sacrifice
Dreaming that you are being sacrificed, indicates your tendency to punish yourself. You may also feel that others do not appreciate your talents and efforts. Alternatively, you may need to eliminate certain conditions to make time and space for more productive and rewarding experiences.

Sad
Dreaming that you are sad, indicates a positive turn of events. It is generally a good dream foretelling good things are about to happen in your near future.

Saddle
Seeing a saddle in your dream suggests that you need to freely pursue your goals. Do not let anyone hold you back from achieving goals. Dreaming that you are sitting on a saddle, indicates that you will rise to a position of prominence and power.

Safe
Seeing a safe in your dream indicates that you are hiding your sense of self worth and self value. It may also symbolize security or a keeping of a secret. Seeing an empty safe, indicates loss or lack.

Sailor
Seeing a sailor in your dream indicates your desires for adventure and exploration. You may be ready to venture into deeper waters, particularly in personal relationships. For a woman Dreaming that you are attracted to a sailor, indicates that your lover's jealousy will doom the relationship.

Saint
Seeing a saint in your dream demonstrates that a special message is being given to you from the spiritual realm.

Salad
Seeing or eat a salad in your dream suggests that you need to express your feelings and take in the positive influences in your life in order to create personal growth. Alternatively, it demonstrates that you are longing for nature and good heath.

Salon
Dreaming that you are at the salon, demonstrates your consciousness of your appearance and beauty. You may be trying too hard to impress others. It may also suggest deception and cover-up of some situation. Alternatively, it may denote a new outlook toward life.

Salt
Seeing salt in your dream represents added flavour and a new found flare in the experience of life. You may be experiencing and elevated sense of individual worthiness and increased zest and vigour in your life. Your efforts are paying off. Alternatively, salt also symbolizes dependability, truth, dedication and longevity. Dreaming that you are salting meat, indicates piling debt and as a result you will be constantly harassed by bill collectors.

Sand
Seeing sand in your dream indicates a shift in perspective or a change in your attitude. Consider also the familiar phrase, "the sands of time" in which it may be suggesting that you are wasting your time or letting time pass you by. Seeing wet sand in your dream demonstrates that you are lacking a sense of balance in your life.

Sand Dunes
Seeing a sand dune in your dream indicate your desires to be sheltered from the bitterness of reality.

Sandpaper
Seeing sandpaper in your dream suggests that you need to smooth over some rough spots in your situation or relationship.

Sandwich
Seeing a sandwich in your dream suggests that a lot of pressure and stress is being put on you. It also reflects your ability to do two things at once. However, sometimes a sandwich is just a sandwich. Seeing or eat a fish sandwich in your dream demonstrates conflict between your spiritual beliefs and what is practical.

Santa Claus
Seeing Santa Claus in your dream demonstrates that you need to be more giving, accepting, and/or forgiving. You need to acknowledge and tend to some aspect of yourself. Dreaming that you or someone is dressed as Santa Claus, suggests that you need to treat others as you would like to be treated. Put yourself in someone else's shoe and determine how they might feel.

Sap
Seeing sap in your dream indicates physical health and vigour. It may also represent someone who is excessively gullible or sentimental.

Saw
Seeing or use a saw in your dream demonstrates that you need to quit doing something. The dream may also be a pun on something you saw or are seeing. Seeing an electric saw in your dream indicates your ability to get down to the core of the problem. You know how to get to the point quickly.

Sawdust
Seeing sawdust in your dream suggests that you need to clear up emotional wound that was recently opened.

Saxophone
Seeing or play a saxophone in your dream demonstrates that there is something you need to express from deep within your soul. Perhaps you have made a deep connection with someone.

Scales
Seeing scales in your dream indicates a decision that you need to make. Alternatively, the scales may suggest your need to take a balanced view of a situation and not get so emotional. Don't be so black and white and consider the grey in the situation.

Scar
Seeing a scar in your dream symbolizes struggles and/or painful memories and bad feelings which may have never entirely healed and still continue to linger in your mind. It suggests that your past still has some influence or effect on your life. Alternatively, a scar may represent deep-seeded insecurities which may be holding you back from accomplishing your goals.


Scarecrow
Seeing a scarecrow in your dream demonstrates depression. You are going through some crisis in your life.

Scared
Dreaming that you are scared, demonstrates that you are experiencing self-doubt and feelings of incompetence. You may be feeling a lack of control. Anger often masquerades as fear, so also consider issues about which you are angry about in your waking life.

Scarf
Seeing a scarf in your dream symbolizes self-restrictions. You may be too controlling of your emotions instead of expressing them. Or you may feel that your voice is being muffled. Dreaming that you are wearing a scarf, suggests that you are separating your mind from your body. You may be relying too much on how you think, rather than how you feel or vice versa. Alternatively, you need to tell yourself that it is mind over matter.

School
Dreaming that you are in school, indicates feelings of inadequacy and childhood insecurities that have never been resolved. It may relate to anxieties about performance and abilities. You may also be going through a "spiritual learning" experience. Alternatively, a dream that takes place in school may be a metaphor for the lessons that you are learning from your waking life..

Scissors
Dreaming that you are using scissors means decisiveness and control in your waking life. Alternatively, it may suggest that you need to get rid of something in your life. It also represents your ability to cut things or people out of your life.

Scorpion
Seeing a scorpion in your dream represents a situation in your waking life which may have been painful or hurtful. It is also indicative of destructive feelings, "stinging" remarks, bitter words and/or negative thoughts being expressed by or aimed against you. Your dream forewarns of a self-destructive and self-defeating path.
Scratch
Dreaming that you are scratching yourself, symbolizes a minor irritation or frustration. Perhaps something that began as minor may have the potential to become worse. Or that somebody may have hit a sore spot in you. Seeing a scratch in your dream suggests that you are feeling anxiety about having to start over or begin something "from scratch".

Scream
Dreaming that you are screaming, symbolizes anger and fear. It is an expression of your powerful emotions which you have kept pent up inside. If you try to scream, but no sound comes out, then is suggests that you need to immediately confront some situation. Perhaps you are unable to pinpoint your fears or feelings.

Screw
Seeing a screw in your dream represents your feelings of being taken advantaged or that you are messing things up. It may also mean that you have overlooked the little details that keeps and holds everything together. Alternatively, it may be a metaphor for having sex.

Screwdriver
Seeing a screwdriver in your dream demonstrates the need to hold some situation or relationship together. Consider also if there someone in your life who is "all screwed up" or whom you would like to "put the screws on"?

Sea
Seeing the sea in your dream represents your unconscious and your transition between your unconscious and conscious. It also often represents your emotions. The dream may also be a pun on your understanding and perception of a situation. "I see" or perhaps there is something you need to "see" more clearly. Alternatively, the dream may indicate a need to reassure yourself or offer reassurance to someone.

Seafood
Seeing or eat seafood in your dream demonstrates recognition and a merging of your spirituality with your conscious being. You are acknowledging and fulfilling the needs of your unconscious. The dream may also be a pun on "seeing food" and thus the symbolism of "food" is also applicable. *Please See Also Food.

Seal
Seeing a seal in your dream demonstrates your playfulness and your ability to use and incorporate differing ideas and thoughts into a situation. Seals are a symbol of good luck, success, and spiritual understanding. It also indicates prosperity, faithful friends, and security in love. The dream symbol may also be a pun and indicate you need to put closure on some situation.

Search
Dreaming that you are searching for something, indicates the need to find something that is missing or needed in your life. You may be searching for a solution to a problem.

Seashells
Seeing seashells in your dream represents security and protection. You are not showing your true self or real feelings. In protecting yourself from getting hurt and as a result, you are emotionally closed off.

Secret
Dreaming that you or someone has a secret, represents hidden power. It suggests that something needs to emerge from your unconscious.

Seduction
Dreaming of seduction, is an expression of your sexual desires. Alternatively, you may be feeling lured into doing something you might not otherwise have done. You may be giving up your power of choice.

Seed
Seeing seeds in you dream symbolizes fertility, heritage, and potential. It also represents the continuity of life. Alternatively, it relates to the human psyche and soul. An idea has been planted in your mind and new experiences are created.

Separation
Dreaming of a separation represents a waking situation or relationship that is breaking apart. You may be experiencing separation anxiety. Alternatively, it demonstrates that you are feeling torn apart and divided. Your feelings are pulling you in opposite directions.

Sewer
Seeing a sewer in your dream indicates putrid conditions and old relationships. It suggests that something needs to be cleaned up or immediately changed.

Sewing
Dreaming that you are sewing, suggests that you are trying to make amends with others. There may be a situation or relationship that needs to be repaired. Perhaps you are creating a new self-image and taking on a new attitude. Alternatively, it represents fertility, growth, and emotional maturity.

Sex
Dreaming about sex, may be your libido's way of telling you that it's been too long since you have had sex. It may indicate repressed sexual desires and your needs for physical and emotional love. Alternatively, it represents the finding of your Self through opening yourself. Dreaming about sex with someone other than your spouse or significant other, suggests dissatisfaction with the physical side of your relationship. On the other hand, it may be harmless fantasy. In such situations, you may find that you are less inhibited sexually and you can even bring that sense of adventure to your existing relationship. Dreaming that you are having sex with an ex, means your reservations about embarking in a new relationship or situation. You may feel nervous about exposing yourself or currently feel a resurgence of those old emotions and feelings that you felt back when you and your ex were together. If you are heterosexual and you dream that you are having sex with someone of the same sex, indicates not necessarily homosexual desire, but an expression of greater self love and acceptance.

Shaking
Dreaming that you are shaking, suggests that you are getting rid of your old habits and former ways of thinking. You need to get rid of the old in order to welcome in the new and better. Shake things up a bit. Alternatively, shaking is symbolic of fear.

Shampoo
Seeing or use shampoo in your dream demonstrates that you need clear out your old attitudes and old ways of thinking. You may also need to take a different approach toward some situation or relationship. Alternatively, it represents self-growth and you desire to present a new image of yourself to others.

Shark
Seeing a shark in your dream represents a person whom you see as greedy and unscrupulous. This person goes after what he or she wants with no regards to the well-being and sensitivity of others. The shark may also be an aspect of your own personality which exhibits these qualities. Alternatively, you may be going through a difficult, painful, or unpleasant emotional period. The shark symbolizes feelings of anger, hostility, and fierceness. You may be an emotional threat to yourself or to others.

Sharpen
To sharpen an object in your dream suggests that you need to flexible in your thinking. Sometimes you need to adapt or yield to the requests of others. Consider the overall picture instead of just thinking about yourself.

Shave
Dreaming that you are shaving, suggests that you are making a minor life-changing decision. Some aspect of your daily routine is being altered. Alternatively, it may represent your severe attitude or self-punishment. Dreaming that someone is shaving your leg, represents a lost of your independence. You are relying on others to get you through some difficult times. You need to build up your self-confidence and self-esteem.

Sheep
Seeing sheep in your dream demonstrates that you lack initiative to venture out on your own. You feel uncreative and just conforming or going along with the flow.

Shell
Seeing a shell in your dream indicates your inner desire to be sheltered, nourished and protected from life's problems.

Shelter
Seeing or dream that you are at a shelter, represents the difficulties and sense of helplessness that you are going through. You are seeking for some sort of security alternatively; it suggests your fear of things that are different from you.

Shepherd
Seeing a shepherd in your dream symbolizes the nurturing aspect of yourself. It represents guidance, direction, and unification.

Shield
Seeing a shield in your dream symbolizes emotional and spiritual protection, as well as physical protection. You may be feeling vulnerable and are in need of comfort.

Ship
Seeing a ship in your dream means that you are exploring aspects of your emotions and unconscious mind. The state and condition of the ship is indicative of your emotional state. If it is a cruise ship, then it suggests pleasant moods. If it is a warship, then you are experiencing feelings of aggression. Dreaming that you are sailing the high seas in a ship, means that you are standing tall in times emotional turmoil.

Shoes
In general, shoes represent your approach to life. It suggests that you are well-grounded or that you are down to earth. It also represents your convictions about your beliefs. If you are changing your shoes, then it refers to your changing roles. You are taking a new approach to life. If your forget your shoes, then it suggests that you are leaving restraints behind you. You are refusing to conform to some idea or attitude. Seeing old and worn shoes in your dream indicates that through diligence and hard work, you will find success. It may also mean that you have come to grips with accepting who you are. Seeing new shoes in your dream suggests that you are overconfident in your success. Alternatively you may be on a life path that is unfamiliar to you.
Shooting
Seeing a shooting in your dream demonstrates that you have a set goal and know what you are aiming for in life. Your plans are right on target! Dreaming that you shoot a person with a gun, means your aggressive feelings and hidden anger toward that particular person. Dreaming that someone is shooting you with a gun, suggests that you are experiencing some confrontation in your waking life. You may feel victimized in some situation.

Shooting Star
Seeing a shooting star in your dream is a sign of self-fulfilment and advancement. A shooting star is also symbolic of a new birth and changes in your life.

Shopping
Dreaming that you are shopping, demonstrates your needs and desires. Consider what you are shopping for and what needs you are try to fulfil. In particular, Dreaming that you are shopping for food and groceries, indicates your hidden attempt to buy the attention of others.

Shorts
Dreaming that you are wearing shorts, demonstrates that you readiness to be more open and expose yourself. Alternatively, it refers to your youthful image and playful attitude.. The dream may also be a metaphor suggesting that you are selling yourself short.

Shovel
Seeing a shovel in your dream suggests that you are seeking your self-identity, knowledge, insight, and inner intellect. You are on a quest for a new understanding of your waking life and true Self. Alternatively, you may be trying too hard in finding the truth to a problem.

Shower
Dreaming that you are taking a shower in clear, fresh water, means spiritual or physical renewal or the need to wash a burden out of your life. It is also symbolic of forgiveness. Dreaming that you are taking a shower in muddy, dirty water, indicates misfortune and minor losses. Dreaming that you (or someone) is showering with their clothes on, suggests that even though you (or someone) change your outer appearances, it does not change who you are on the inside. Alternatively, your dream may indicate that you are unwilling to let your guard down. You are still keeping up a protective barrier between you and others.

Shrimp
Seeing shrimp in your dream suggests that you are feeling overpowered and insignificant.

Shrink
Dreaming that you are shrinking, suggests that you lack self-confidence and self-esteem. You may also feel embarrassed about some situation. Alternatively, the dream may refer to your childhood. Seeing others shrink in your dream demonstrates their insignificance. This may also be a pun on a psychologist and your need to consult one. Seeing objects shrinking in your dream demonstrates that they are not as important as they once were
Sick
Dreaming that you or others are sick, means discordance and trouble in your life. It may also signal a part of you that needs to be healed, either physically or mentally. Perhaps you are wallowing in your own self-pity. You need to quit feeling sorry for yourself.

Sidewalk
Dreaming that you are walking on a sidewalk, your steady progress and direction in life. You may be moving on to new walks of life. If the sidewalk is cracked, then it indicates minor and temporary setbacks that are keeping you from getting to your destination. Your dream may suggest that you need to alter your course and make some changes in your life.

Sign
Seeing a sign in your dream demonstrates that you need assistance you need some direction and guidance in your life. Pay attention to what the sign says and what it is pointing you to do.

Singer
Seeing a famous singer in your dream represents harmony and some divine influence or vibrations. It demonstrates glorification of the human spirit. Consider also your general impression of this singer and how those specific qualities may be triggered by someone or some situation in your waking life.

Singing
To sing in your dream represents happiness, harmony and joy. You are uplifting others with your positive attitude and cheerful disposition. Singing is a way to celebrate, communicate and express your feelings.

Sink
Seeing a sink in your dream. Represents your feelings and how you control your emotions. You may need to cleanse yourself of past feelings and start fresh. Consider also the common phrase "everything but the kitchen sinks" which refers to a situation where you have almost everything that you can possible want or need.
Sinking
Dreaming that you or something is sinking, suggests that you are feeling overwhelmed and that someone or something is pulling your down. You may be experiencing lowered self-esteem and confidence. Alternatively, some important and significant stage in your life may be coming to an end. Consider what is sinking and its significance.

Sirens
To hear sirens in your dream indicates a situation or problem that is giving you much stress. The sirens may serve to get your attention and focus on the problem at hand.

Sister
Seeing your sister in your dream symbolizes some aspect of your relationship with her, whether it one of sibling rivalry, caring, protectiveness, etc. Your sister may draw attention to your family role and sense of belonging. It may also serve to remind you that someone in your waking life has characteristics similar to your sister. Alternatively, your sister may be a metaphor and actually refer to a nun. In this case, she may represent spiritual issues. If you do not have a sister and dream that you have one, then it indicates some qualities that you need to activate or acknowledge within your own self. Pay attention to the actions and behaviour of your dream sister.

Sitting
Dreaming that you are sitting, demonstrates your indecision and not knowing what you want to do with yourself in the near future. It may also suggest that you are just being idle and doing nothing.

Size
Dreaming about the size of something, represents the importance we attach to objects and person. It also relates to the degree of power you are exerting and the power others have on you. According to Freudian school of thought, the size of an object, indicates the size of someone's penis, perhaps you're own or your lover.

Skateboard
Seeing or ride a skateboard in your dream demonstrates that you have the gift of making any difficult situation look easy. You carry yourself with style and great composure in the hardest of situations . Alternatively, the dream indicates your free and fun-loving side.

Skating
Dreaming that are skating, symbolizes your ability to maintain a balance in your life. You are utilizing your own energy, determination, and will to progress through your life's path and working toward your goal. Dreaming that you are skating on ice, demonstrates satisfaction with current project. Consider also the phrase "skating on thin ice" to suggest that you may be on the verge of overstepping your boundaries in some situation.

Skeleton
Seeing a skeleton in your dream represents something that is not fully developed. You may still in be the planning stages of some situation or project. Alternatively, it may suggest that you need to get to the bottom of some matter. You need to stand up for yourself and your rights. Seeing someone depicted as a skeleton, indicates that your relationship with them is long dead.

Sketch
Seeing or draw a sketch of yourself in your dream suggests that you need to view a situation from a different perspective. The dream may also be a pun on "drawing out" or recognizing some aspect of you.

Skiing
Dreaming that you are skiing, suggests that you are pushing yourself and putting your mental and/or physical ability to the test. You are your own fiercest competitor.
Skin
Dreaming of your skin, represents protection or shield of your inner self. It serves as a physical boundary and how close you let others get to you. Alternatively, it may indicate that you are being too superficial or shallow. Dreaming that your skin is covered with rashes or other skin deformity, indicates your fear in facing a harsh reality. This may also be a pun to indicate that you are making a rash decision.

Skinless
Dreaming that you or someone else is skinless, suggests that you are having difficulties in sensing your emotional and psychological world. You are experiencing anxieties about how you are being perceived by others. You need to look beyond the superficial and find the sensitive truth about yourself and about others.

Skipping
Dreaming that you are skipping, suggests your need to be more light-hearted. You may need to take a friendlier approach toward a situation. Alternatively, the dream may indicate that you have skipped something important.

Skull
Seeing a skull in your dream symbolizes danger, evil and death. Alternatively, it represents the secrets of the mind. You may be keeping things hidden.

Skunk
Seeing a skunk in your dream suggests that you may be driving people or turning people off. Alternatively, it demonstrates that all is calm about a certain situation but you do not necessarily like it or agree with it.

Sky
To look up at the clear blue sky in your dream means peace and freedom of expression. If the sky is cloudy and overcast, then it foretells of sadness and trouble.

Skydiving
Dreaming that you are skydiving, represents your high ideals. Sometimes you may need to compromise these ideals and be more realistic of your expectations.

Skyscraper

Seeing a skyscraper in your dream represents your high ideals, creativity and imagination. You always aim high at whatever you do. It also suggests that you have great foresight.

Skywriting
Seeing skywriting in your dream represents a spiritual message. It indicates a connection and union between the spiritual realm and the physical realm. You are looking for some reassurance.

Slap
Dreaming that you are slapped, demonstrates carelessness. You either feel unappreciated or betrayed. Dreaming that you slapped someone, suggests that you are harbouring some deep anger and repressed rage.

Sled
Seeing a sled in your dream indicates childishness. Dreaming that you are sledding, represents your fun-loving personality and open-minded perspectives on life.

Sleeping
Dreaming that you are sleeping, means peace of mind. Alternatively, it may also mean that you are ignorant and not fully aware of the conditions and circumstances around you. Seeing others sleeping, is often a reflection of yourself and your own unconscious mind. It is indicative of how you may not be alert or informed about a particular situation. Sleeping may also be synonymous with death in that it beckons renewal and new beginnings.

Slide
Dreaming that you or somebody is on a slide, demonstrates that you are experiencing some instability in your waking life. You may have lost your grip on a situation or relationship.

Slip
Dreaming that you slip on something, indicates that you are forcing yourself to do things that you do not really want to do.

Slippers
Seeing or wear slippers in your dream suggests that you are feeling sluggish and/or insecure. You feel that you do not have a strong foothold in some situation. Alternatively, it represents domesticity, ease, comfort, and/or relaxation. This dream symbol may mean that you need to relax. Or you are relaxing too much and are being lazy.

Sloth
Seeing a sloth in your dream demonstrates your passivity in a situation. You need to assert yourself and make your presence known. The sloth is also symbolic of gentleness, laziness or lack of ambition.

Slow Motion
Dreaming that you are moving in slow motion, indicates that you are presently going through a hard time and experiencing great stress in your waking life.

Slugs
Seeing slugs in your dream demonstrates that you are progressing through life in a slow, steady, and persistent manner. You may be moving painfully slowly toward a goal.
Smell
To smell something in your dream demonstrates your past experiences and feelings with that particular smell. Your dream is trying to convey a feeling by associating it with a familiar smell or scent. Alternatively, the scent may be part of your real environment which you have incorporated into your dream.

Smile
Dreaming that you or others are smiling, indicates that you are pleased with your achievements and approve of the decisions you have made. You will be rewarded for the good things you've done for others. Alternatively, you may be seeking for something or someone that will make you happy.

Smoke
Seeing smoke in your dream indicates that some trouble will be entering your life. You are suffering from confusion and anxiety. You are not seeing things clearly.

Smoking
Dreaming that you are smoking, demonstrates that you are trying to shield yourself and others against your emotions. You have trouble letting others in.

Snails
Seeing a snail in your dream suggests that you are being overly sensitive. You may feel inhibited but desire to be more outgoing and energetic. Alternatively, it suggests that you are making steady progress toward a goal. You need to go at your own pace.

Snake
Seeing a snake or be bitten by one in your dream indicates hidden fears and worries that are threatening you. Your dream may be alerting you to something in your waking life that you are not aware of or that has not yet surfaced. The snake may also be seen as phallic and thus symbolize dangerous and forbidden sexuality. The snake may also refer to a person around you who is callous, ruthless, and can't be trusted. As a positive symbol, snakes represent knowledge and wisdom. Dreaming that you escape from or kill a snake, means that you will overcome your struggles and come out a blazing winner. This is a great opportunity for renewal and to make changes.

Sneakers
Seeing or wear sneakers in your dream suggests that you are approaching through life with ease and little obstacles. It also means comfort and satisfaction with yourself and who you are. Alternatively, the dream demonstrates that you lead an active life and is always on the go.

Sneeze
Dreaming that you sneeze, demonstrates a life of ease and joy.

Snow
Seeing snow in your dream indicates your inhibitions, repressed/unexpressed emotions and feelings of frigidity. You need to release and express these emotions and inhibitions. You may also be feeling indifferent, alone and neglected. If the snow is melting then it suggests that you are acknowledging and releasing those emotions you have repressed. You are overcoming your fears and obstacles. Seeing dirty snow in your dream refers to a loss in innocence, impurity and uncleanness. Some aspect of yourself or situation has been tainted.
Soap
Seeing soap in your dream demonstrates that you need to wash away some of your emotions or past memories. You may also be feeling emotionally dirty or guilty and are trying to wash away the shame. Perhaps you need to confess something.

Soaring
Dreaming that you are soaring through the air, symbolizes freedom from restrictions. You may have escaped or gotten out from a burdening situation or relationship. Please see also Common Dreams: Flying.

Socks
Dreaming that you are only wearing socks, demonstrates your warmth and your flexibility of understanding. You tend to yield to other's wishes. Seeing a single sock in your dream may be a pun for hitting someone or being hit. Alternatively, you may have been hit with some surprising information or news.

Softball
Dreaming that you are playing or watching softball, demonstrates that you need to go back to you basic beliefs. Also, you need to stay within your own limits and capabilities. Alternatively, softball can symbolize relationship and how the masculine aspects (shape of the bat) are in opposition to the feminine aspects (ball).

Soil
Seeing or be in contact with soil in your dream symbolizes growth and fertility. It also represents a solid foundation for life. You need to approach your goals with practicality.

Soldier
Seeing a soldier in your dream indicates your staunch attitudes and how you may impose your opinions and feelings on others. Alternatively, you may be preparing yourself do battle over an issue and defend your values and opinions.

Son
Seeing your son in your dream indicates your ideal, hopes, potential, and the youthful part of yourself. On the other hand, Seeing your son in your dream might not have any significance and is simply mirroring you are waking life.
Songs
To hear or write songs in your dream demonstrates that you are looking at things from a spiritual viewpoint. Your future path is a happy one with good health and much wealth. Consider the words to the song that you are dreaming about for additional messages.

Sores
Dreaming that you have sores on your body, suggests that you are keeping in some negative emotions and attitudes that need to be released and expressed. Consider the symbolism of the body area where the sores are located. Perhaps the dream is an indication that you are still feeling sore and resentful about some situation or relationship.

Soup
Similarly to food, Dreaming about soup, represents emotional hunger or nourishment. In addition, it also indicates comfort and healing. Consider the contents inside the soup and its symbolism.

South
Dreaming of the direction south, demonstrates life, expectations, and questions. Alternatively, it may symbolize love, passion and warmth. Or it is an indication that a plan has gone awry.

Spa
Dreaming that you are at a spa, suggests that you need to take time out and pamper yourself. Perhaps you need to come clean and wash away old secrets, pains, or guilt. It is time to let your emotions out and begin the healing process. Start fresh.

Space
Seeing or dream that you are in space, represents exploration. You are an independent thinker.

Spaceship
Seeing a spaceship in your dream symbolizes your creative mind. It means a spiritual journey of self-development and self-awareness. You may need to take a different perspective, no matter how bizarre or unusual it may be.

Spades
Seeing the ace of spades in your dream symbolizes spontaneity, mischievous, and/or heartlessness. It also represents authority and extreme competitiveness. You are afraid of losing.

Spaghetti
Seeing or eat spaghetti in your dream demonstrates that you are feeling entangled in some messy relationship. Perhaps you are not sure how to end a relationship or situation. You may find yourself in an uncomfortable position.

Sparrow
Seeing a sparrow in your dream represents inner dignity. Never underestimate the small or those that do not appear powerful.

Spear
Dreaming that you are throwing spear, demonstrates that you are thrusting forth your will and power into a situation at hand. It is a statement of your strength and commitment.

Speech
To give a speech in your dream demonstrates that you need to vocalize your feelings and thoughts. You need to communicate something important and/or urgent. Alternatively, it may highlight your fear and nervousness of speaking in public. To hear a speech in your dream suggests that your inner feelings are being made conscious to those around you. Consider what is said in the speech. If you hear a politician give a speech, then it represents egotism and deceit.

Speeding
Dreaming that you are speeding, demonstrates that you are feeling compelled and driven to complete something. You may be moving too fast in some relationship or situation.

Sperm
Seeing sperm in your dream symbolizes masculinity and/or fertility. It also demonstrates the potential for growth and development.

Sphinx
Seeing a sphinx in your dream indicates fear of the unknown.

Spice
Dreaming of spice, suggests your need for variety in your life. You need to look at a situation/relationship from a different perspective/angle.

Spiders
Seeing a spider in your dream demonstrates that you are feeling like an outsider in some situation. Or that you may want to keep your distance and stay away from an alluring and tempting situation. The spider is also symbolic of feminine power. Alternatively, a spider may refer to a powerful force protecting you against your self-destructive behaviour. If you kill a spider, it symbolizes misfortune and general bad luck. Seeing a spider spinning a web in your dream indicates that you will be rewarded for your hard work. You will soon find yourself promoted in your job or recognized for your achievement in a difficult task. Spiders are a symbol of creativity due to the intricate webs they spin. On a negative note, spiders may indicate a feeling of being entangled or trapped in a sticky or clingy relationship. It represents some ensnaring and controlling force. You may feel that someone or some situation is sucking the life right out of you. Seeing a spider climbing up a wall in your dream means that your desires will be soon being realized. Dreaming that you are bitten by a spider, represents a conflict with your mother or some dominant female figure in your life. The dream may be a metaphor for a devouring mother or the feminine power to possess and entrap.

Spill
Dreaming that you spill something on someone, represents your carelessness and inconsideration for the feelings of others. You may be offending and upsetting others. Dreaming that you spill some food, is an indication that you need to eliminate that food from your diet.

Spindle
Seeing a spindle in your dream represents life and longevity. It suggests that history repeats itself and whatever comes around goes around.

Spiral
Seeing a spiral in your dream demonstrates that some situation in your waking life is spilling out of control with end. Alternatively, it may mean your creative power and new ideas.

Spirits
Dreaming that you are talking to an unknown spirit, forewarns that someone is trying to deceive you. Generally if the spirit is known and welcomed it is a sign of great good luck and/or good fortune in business affairs.

Spit
To spit in your dream indicates an aspect of yourself that you need to get rid of. Alternatively, spitting may represent anger and contempt.

Splash
Dreaming that you are being splashed by water, represents your need to be revitalized and more expressive.

Splinter
Dreaming that you have a splinter, suggests that you are letting petty and trivial things upset you. As a result you are hindering your progress. Try not to take other's opinions and remarks personally.

Spoon
Seeing a spoon in your dream demonstrates that you may need to give/receive nourishment. It may also mean that you feel you or someone is being given special treatment.

Sports
Dreaming that you are playing a sport, indicates the learning of rules, talents, and the achieving of your goals. It also highlights the importance of cooperation, harmony, and teamwork. Alternatively, it represents your attitudes about sex as an aggressive act. Dreaming that you are watching a sports competition, represents two opposing viewpoints or conflicting opinions.

Spring
Dreaming of the season of spring, indicates new beginnings and creative endeavours. It is also a symbol for virility and fruitfulness. Seeing a water spring, symbolizes your emotional energy and expressiveness. You have the tendency to make your feelings and opinions known. You may also have the ability to draw on your inner resources.

Sprinklers
Seeing sprinklers in your dream demonstrates enlightenment. You have been able to shed some light on a situation or relationship. It also represents rejuvenation and cleansing. Those emotional wounds are beginning to heal.

Spy
Dreaming that you are a spy, demonstrates your mistrust of others and your tendencies to be in everyone's business and affairs. Perhaps you have recently stumbled upon some information that was not meant for your eyes. Dreaming that someone is spying on you, represents your impulsive behaviour. This dream may also serve as a warning that you are being watched, investigated, or evaluated.

Square
Seeing a square in your dream means your need for more stability. It may also represent strength and solidity. Alternatively, you may be feeling limited in wanting to express yourself.

Squid
Seeing a squid in your dream suggests that unconsciously you are feeling threatened. Your judgment may also be clouded. Perhaps you are not seeing things too clearly at the moment. Alternatively, it symbolizes greed. It is always about what you want.

Squirrel
Seeing squirrels running around, indicates that you are involved in a loveless or pointless relationship or an unprofitable business project. Squirrels also refer to the act of hoarding. It could either mean that you need to reserve something or it could indicate that you are retaining too much and need to learn to let go. Dreaming that you are feeding a squirrel, means comfort through hard work, diligence and prudence. Seeing squirrels in a tree, forewarns that you will be faced with an embarrassing situation.

Stab
Dreaming that you have been stabbed, indicates your struggle with power. You may be experiencing feelings of inadequacy and defensiveness. Alternatively, you may be feeling betrayed as the popular phrase goes, "being stabbed in the back". Dreaming that you stab someone, demonstrates your fear of betrayal and your untrusting nature. You may be too much on the defensive.

Stadium
Seeing or dream that you are in a stadium, represents your determination to succeed and achieve your goals. You need to be more active, aggressive, and bold.

Stag
Seeing a stag in your dream represents grace and agility. You will elevate to a position of much status. You will feel spiritually uplifted.

Stage
Dreaming that you are on a stage, represents your behaviour, manipulation of and relationships with others. It is telling of your interactions with society. There is a saying that goes, "All the world is your stage" and thus may refer to your desire to be the centre of attention. Consider how your stage performance parallels a waking situation. Dreaming that you are on a side stage, reflects your introverted personality. This dream may indicate your need to be more confident and self-assured.

Stain
Seeing a stain in your dream demonstrates a superficial and reversible mistake in your life. Consider and analyze the substance and colour of the stain and the location of the stain itself.

Stairs
Dreaming that you are walking up a flight of stairs, demonstrates that you are achieving a higher level of understanding. You are making progress into your spiritual/emotional/material journey. Dreaming that you are walking down a flight of stairs, indicates that you will face many setback in your endeavours. Dreaming that you fall down some stairs, means that you will lose respect due to your poor judgment.

Stallion
Seeing a stallion in your dream symbolizes power, strength, courage, and independence. If you are riding the stallion then it indicates that you will or have attained these virtues.

Stalk
Dreaming that you are being stalked, demonstrates difficulties and problems which you are not confronting. Your avoidance of these problems is not making them go away. If you are being stalked in real life, then this fear may be carried over into your dream state. Dreaming that you are a stalker, represents your shadow and the negative part of your Self. It is symbolic of a bad habit which you have unsuccessfully tried to break. *Please See Also Common Dreams: Chase Dreams.

Stamps
Seeing stamps in your dream represents a need for communication. Consider what is depicted on the stamp and the amount. The symbol may also be a pun on stamping your feet. And thus you need to show more fortitude and confidence. Seeing a stamp collection in your dream indicates issues and concerns with money and/or security.

Standing
Dreaming that you are standing, suggests that you are asserting yourself and making your thoughts/feelings known. It also demonstrates that you are proud of yourself.

Starfish
Seeing a starfish in your dream suggests a period of healing and regeneration. Alternatively, demonstrates that you have many options to weigh and decisions to make.

Stars
Seeing stars in your dream symbolize high ideals, spirit, fate and luck. It also indicates your desire for fame and fortune.

Starvation
Dreaming about starvation, demonstrates that you are lacking in some mental or emotional area of your life. You may be ignoring or avoiding an important family/emotional issue. Starvation dreams are not uncommon in individuals who are dieting or who have an eating disorder.

Static
To feel static in your dream depicts your magnetic personality and how you are able to draw things to you.

Statue
Seeing people you know as statues in your dream symbolizes a lack of communication with that person and that the relationship is inflexible. On a more positive note, it may represent someone you idealize and admire. Dreaming that you are a statue, indicates that your true self is out of touch with reality.

Steam
Seeing or hear steam in your dream means your emotional state regarding an issue or situation. It may indicate that you are headstrong and read to proceed forth on an issue. It may also indicate that you are angry with someone or something.

Steel
Seeing steel in your dream symbolizes toughness and strength. The dream may also be a pun on stealing.

Steps
Seeing steps in your dream represents your efforts in achieving your goals, ambition and material gains. The dream may be telling you to take things one thing at a time. Or that you need to take a chance and take that first step toward your goals/dreams.

Sticker
Seeing stickers in your dream suggests your tendency to hold on and cling to your childhood. Also pay attention to what is depicted on the sticker; that may offer you a clue to what particular aspect of yourself you are not letting go of.
Stitch
Dreaming that you have stitches, represents your responsibility in keeping/holding a situation or relationship together. You may fear that this situation/relationship is falling apart and needs to be mended. Consider also the symbolism of where the stitches are on the body for additional clues.
Stockings
To wear stocking in your dream represents your sense of understanding. You are well-grounded and have the support of those around you. Seeing some put on stockings, relates to some sexual situation. Seeing a Christmas stocking, symbolizes a need for recognition and acknowledgement. On the other hand you need to be more giving.

Stomach
Seeing your own stomach in your dream suggests the beginning of new changes in your life. It may refer to your difficulties with accepting these changes. It is also indicative of how you can no longer tolerate or put up with a particular situation, relationship, or person. The stomach may also be seen as the centre of emotions.

Stones
Seeing stones in your dream symbolizes strength, unity, and unyielding beliefs. Consider the common phrase "etched in stone" which suggest permanence and unchanging attitudes. Some stones also carry sacred and magical meanings. Alternatively, stones may relate to issues of moral judgment and/or guilt. Dreaming that you are carrying a bag of stones, refers to your inner strength and fortitude that you have yet to unleash and reveal to others. Seeing rough stones in your dream represents your quest in recognizing and developing your self-identity. Part of this quest is to become aware of your unconscious and suppressed thoughts. For various cultures, stones have spiritual significance. Consider the Black Stone of Mecca which is believed by Muslims to allow for direct communication with God. For the Irish, the Blarney Stone is seen as a gift of eloquence.

Stoplight
Seeing a stoplight in your dream suggests that you feel you are being held back from pursuing your goals. You may also feel pressure to succeed or else be left behind. If the stoplight is green, then it demonstrates that you have been given a seal of approval to follow whatever path you have chosen or whatever decision you have made.

Store
Dreaming of grocery or convenience store, suggests that you are emotionally and mentally strained. Alternatively, you may be brainstorming for new ideas or looking for the various choices out there for you.

Stork
Seeing a stork in your dream symbolizes a new birth and/or fertility. The birth may be a fruition of some idea.

Storm
Seeing a storm in your dream indicates overwhelming struggle, shock, devastating loss and catastrophe in your personal affairs. The storm also represents unexpressed fears or emotions, such as anger, rage, turmoil, etc. On a more positive note, the storm indicates the rising of spirit within. Dreaming that you take cover in a storm, foretells that whatever disturbance or problems is occurring in your life will quickly blow over. Consider also the phrase "weather the storm", which suggests your ability and strength to withstand whatever comes.

Stove
Seeing a stove in your dream suggests a developing awareness.

Straddle
Dreaming that you are straddling something, suggests that you are undecided about some issue or choice. You remain uncommitted to any one side for fear of alienating or distancing yourself from the other side.

Stranded
Dreaming that you are stranded, represents your feelings of isolation and loneliness. You are seeking for someone to help and rescue you from your situation.

Stranger
Seeing a stranger in your dream symbolizes the part of yourself that is repressed and hidden.

Strangle
Dreaming that you or someone else is being strangled, means that you are repressing or denying a vital aspect of your expression.

Straw
Seeing or use a straw in your dream demonstrates that you may have been taking some things for granted. Pay more attention to the people around you. You will find that you will build stronger and more meaningful bounds with them. Dreaming that you are buying straws, suggests that you are trying to buy your way into a situation or relationship.

Strawberry
Seeing or eat strawberries in your dream indicates your sensual desires and temptation. Strawberries are often associated with feminine qualities and female sexuality. Alternatively, Seeing strawberries in your dream demonstrates that your ideas and goals are soon realized.

Stream
Seeing a stream in your dream indicates that you will come upon a flow of fresh and profound ideas. Seeing a frozen stream in your dream demonstrates that your emotions have grown cold and hardened. This may reflect your hurt feelings which you need to confront and deal with.

Street
Seeing a street in your dream symbolizes your life's path. The condition of the street reflects how much control you have over the direction of your life. Is there a name on the street which can offer some significance or hints to the meaning of the dream. Seeing side streets, refers to a need to explore and return to more traditional ways. It may also suggest and alternative way of life. *Please see also Road

Stress
Dreaming that you are under stress, is a reflection of the stress that you are experiencing in your waking life that has been carried over into your dream state. Even in your sleep, you may be unable to relax. The dream may call attention to setbacks, obstacles, self-doubts, criticism that you are facing in some waking situation or relationship. You need to take some leisure time off.

Stretch Marks
Seeing or dream that you have stretch marks, suggests that you are overextending yourself to others and are not paying enough attention to your own needs. You need to learn that you cannot be everything to everybody. You may be experiencing some emotional imbalance and tension. Alternatively, it represents a sense of failure or that others see you as unattractive.

Stretcher
Dreaming that you are lying on a stretcher, demonstrates your need to be rescued in some situation or relationship. Perhaps you need to take time out and confront your emotional demons. Seeing a stretcher in your dream suggests that trouble lies ahead of you in the near future.

String
Seeing strings in your dream represents binding, cohesion, and joining. It may relate to the strength of your involvement to a project, situation, or relationship. You may have concerns about holding some relationship together. Alternatively, the dream may indicate your need to use your position and leverage to get what you want. Dreaming that you are tying a string, demonstrates something you have forgotten to do.

Stripes
Seeing stripes in your dream suggests that you are making a bold and daring statement. Horizontal stripes represent your directness and straightforwardness, while vertical stripes indicate that you are a non-conformist. In particular, black and white vertical stripes signify your limited way of thinking and close-mindedness.

Stripping
Dreaming that you are stripping, demonstrates repression of your personal and physical desires. You are yearning for greater self-expression.

Stroke
Dreaming that you have a stroke, demonstrates your inability to function in certain situation of your waking life. You may be dealing with issues of acceptance/rejection and approval/disapproval. Seeing someone suffering from a stroke, suggests your own repressed fears. Consider how aspects of that person have been repressed within your own self.

Studying
Dreaming that you are studying, indicates that you intellect and knowledge will catapult you into a path of success and wealth.

Stuck
Dreaming that you are stuck, represents helplessness and feeling of being unable to escape from life's problems/stress.

Stuffed Animal
Seeing a stuffed animal in your dream represents an immature attitude. You may be trying to escape from your daily responsibilities and problems. Alternatively, it may indicate your need to relax and be less serious. You need to allow your mind and body to rejuvenate.

Stutter
Dreaming that you stutter, demonstrates your inability to make yourself heard or express yourself clearly. You may be trying to hide and conceal how you really feel.

Submarine
Seeing a submarine in your dream demonstrates that you are cautiously exploring your emotions and examining your unconscious feelings. You still remain guarded about certain emotional issues. Alternatively, the submarine demonstrates that you need to adapt a different perspective and understanding. You may need to get down to the core of some situation or problem.

Subway
Dreaming that you are in the subway, means that you are reaching your goal via unconscious methods. You may be exploring hidden aspects of yourself. Alternatively, it suggests that you are making a hasty decision.

Sucking
Dreaming that you are sucking on something, demonstrates that you need emotional nurturance. You are expressing a desire to escape from your daily responsibilities. Alternatively, it may represent low self-esteem and your feelings of inferiority. The dream may also be a metaphor for "sucking up" to someone. Dreaming that someone is sucking on you, suggests that you are feeling drained, physically and/or emotionally. You feel that you are too much of a giver in a situation or relationship.

Suffocating
Dreaming that you are suffocating, indicates that you are feeling smothered or oppressed by some situation/relationship. Something or someone is holding your back. You are experiencing stress and tension.

Sugar
Seeing or eat sugar in your dream represents enjoyment and pleasure in your near future. Dreaming that you are baking with sugar, demonstrates betrayal.

Sugar Cane
Dreaming that you are eating sugar cane, is a good omen signalling vitality in health and prestige in your social circle.

Suicide
Dreaming that you commit suicide, means that conditions in your life is so frustrating that you are no longer willing to cope with a situation or relationship in the same way as you did in the past. Alternatively, you may be unable to overcome feelings of guilt and thus turning the aggression on yourself. On a more positive note, it may suggest that you are saying good-bye to one aspect of yourself or character that your have been carrying around. Seeing someone commit suicide in you dream highlights your concerns for that person. Also consider what characteristics and qualities in that person you may be trying to "kill" and annihilate in your own self. Perhaps you hope that you are not like that person in some way and are making attempts to get rid of those traits within your own self.

Suitcase
Seeing a suitcase in your dream demonstrates that you are a very together person. You keep attitudes and behaviour in check. Alternatively, it is symbolic of a much needed vacation or break. You need some changes in your life.

Sulphur
Seeing sulphur in your dream represents a higher level of reasoning. You need to trust your intuitive side as well as your rational side.

Summer
Dreaming about summer, represents growth, knowledge and maturity. You are showing tolerance and expanding your realm of understanding .

Sun
Seeing the sun in your dream symbolizes peace of mind, enlightenment, tranquillity, fortune, goodwill, and insight. It also represents radiant energy. It is a good omen to have the sun shining in your dream.

Sunburn
Dreaming that you have a sunburn, demonstrates that there is an emotional situation or problem that you can no longer avoid. There is some urgent matter that is literally burning through to your soul and demands your immediate attention.

Sunflower
Seeing a sunflower in your dream symbolizes warmth, abundance, longevity, and prosperity. The sunflower also serves to point you in the right direction and is a source of spiritual guidance. Even through difficult times, you will persevere. Alternatively, the sunflower may denote haughtiness. You may be deceived by the false appearance of others.

Sunglasses
Dreaming that you are wearing sunglasses, demonstrates your poor perception. You tend Seeing the dark or negative side of things. Perhaps you don't want Seeing or be seen.

Sunrise
Seeing the sunrise in your dream represents new beginnings, renewal of life and energy, and fulfilment of your goals and purpose. It may also denote that you are about to embark on a new adventure in your personal life.

Sunset
Seeing the sunset in your dream demonstrates the end of a cycle or condition. It is a period of rest, renewal, and evaluation.

Sunshine
Dreaming that you are walking in the sunshine, indicates pleasant and joyous occasions.

Suntan
Dreaming that you have a suntan, indicates the shadow aspect of yourself. It represents your primal instincts and natural senses. Dreaming that someone else has a suntan, suggests that you not acknowledging a quality or aspect of that person within your own self.

Superhero
Dreaming that you are a superhero, demonstrates your above-average talents, ideas, and abilities you may not realized you possessed.

Surfing
Dreaming that you are surfing, demonstrates the ups and downs of some emotional situation or relationship. You may feel overwhelmed. One minute you can be in control of your emotions and the next minute you are not.

Surgery
Dreaming that you or someone else is undergoing surgery, indicates the opening of the Self and/or the need for emotional healing. You need to "cut out" or eliminate something from your life. Alternatively, you are feeling the influence of some authority figure. A more literal interpretation of this dream may reflect your concerns about upcoming surgery or about your health.

Surprise
Dreaming that you are pleasantly surprised, demonstrates that you are opened in acknowledging and confronting your unconscious feelings. Dreaming that you are unpleasantly surprised, suggests fear of the unexpected and unknown. You do not want to face your feelings.

Suspended
Dreaming that you are suspended from school, demonstrates that you are feeling disconnected. You may be questioning your identity and who you are. Perhaps you are questioning your future. Alternatively, it refers to feelings of guilt and shame from your actions. You need to clear your conscience.

Swab
Seeing or use a swab in your dream represents your need for healing and/or cleansing.

Swallow
Dreaming that you swallow something, demonstrates that you are holding back your feelings or words. You may feel unable to express your anger.

Swamp
Seeing a swamp in your dream symbolizes aspects of yourself that are repressed and dark. You may be feeling insecure. The dream may also be a pun on feeling swamped from work, a relationship, or other emotional burden. Dreaming that you are walking through a swampy area, foretells that you will be find yourself in an adverse situation. Disappointments in love may also be implied from this symbol. You will suffer much displeasure from unwise conduct of those around you. On a less negative note, walking through a swamp, means that you will experience prosperity and pleasure, but through dangerous and intriguing means.

Swan
Seeing a swan in a lake or pond, is a good omen, signalling a future of prestige and wealth. Swans are symbolic of grace, beauty, and dignity.

Swastika
Seeing the swastika in your dream symbolizes hatred, evil, cruelty, and destruction. It is commonly associated with the Nazis.

Swearing
Dreaming that you are swearing, suggests that you need to stop allowing others to harass you. Others see you as someone who they can easily take advantage of. To hear others swear in your dream demonstrates that you have overlooked an urgent matter or situation. Someone may even need to be rescued from some unusual circumstances. It may be your job to protect them.

Sweat
Dreaming that you are sweating, suggests that you are experiencing some overwhelming anxiety, stress, fear, or nervousness in your life. This dream may serve to remind you that in order to achieve success, you need to endure the struggle and efforts that go along with success. Alternatively, it may signify a kind of cleansing or ridding of bad karma. You may be going through an emotional cool-off period.

Sweater
Seeing or wear a sweater in your dream symbolizes your continuing connection and strong ties with your family and home life. Alternatively, it represents a kind of innocence, immaturity, and/or naive thinking. Dreaming that you are knitting a sweater, symbolizes your creativity. It may also indicate that you need practice patience.

Sweeping
Dreaming that you are sweeping, implies that you are clearing your mind of emotional and mental clutter. You are taking a new stance and have a fresh attitude toward life. Alternatively, you may be ignoring some important facts or going against what you gut and intuition is saying.

Sweet Potato
Seeing or eat a sweet potato in you dream suggests that your libido is stronger than the person that you are with or vice versa. You need to try and compromise aspects of yourself in order to make the relationship comfortable and satisfying for both.

Sweets
Seeing or eat sweets in you dream represents indulgence, sensuality, and some forbidden pleasure. Perhaps you have been depriving yourself of some joy or pleasure. Alternatively, it may symbolize your rewards. This dream symbol may also be a metaphor for your sweetie or the special someone in your life.

Swimming
Dreaming that you are swimming towards the shoreline, indicates an increase in your financial standing. Dreaming that you are swimming in a pool, means much luck in love. In general, dreams of swimming indicate an exploration of your unconscious mind and emotions. It is a common dream image for people going through therapy. Dreaming that you are teaching someone to swim, indicates that you will be blessed with good fortune.

Swing
Dreaming that you are on a swing, represents an expression of great satisfaction and freedom. It also symbolizes cycles and movement. Alternatively, it indicates a desire for sexual variety. Seeing a swing set in your dream demonstrates memories from childhood. You may feel a need to escape from your current responsibilities and relax. Dreaming that you are swinging, suggests that you are going back and forth in some situation and need to make up your mind.

Sword
Dreaming that you are wielding a sword, represents your ambition, competitive nature decisiveness and will power.. You seek to hold a position of prestige, authority, and distinction. Alternatively, the sword can be seen as a phallic symbol and thus represent masculine power.

Symbol
Seeing an unknown symbol in your dream demonstrates your ambivalence, confusion, or ignorance in a situation. Consider what the symbol resembles for additional significance.

Symphony
Dreaming that you are attending a symphony, represents harmony and cooperation in a situation or relationship. The dream may serve as a form of inspiration and renewal. You are feeling emotionally and mentally uplifted.

Syringe
Seeing a syringe in your dream indicates that you need to inject more enthusiasm, fun, or determination into your life. Consider also the contents of the syringe and how it would affect you. From a Freudian perspective, the needle and its contents represent the penis and intercourse. *Please see also Injection.

Syrup
Seeing syrup in your dream symbolizes sentimentality and nostalgia. Alternatively, you may have found yourself in a sticky situation