Dream Meanings

Last Updated: March 15, 2025 By Dr. Olivia Bennett, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Sleep Research Experiencing a dream about a plane crash can be unsettling and often leaves us wondering about its significance. Dreams of this nature are surprisingly common and have been studied extensively by psychologists, neuroscientists, and cultural anthropologists. This article presents … Read more

Last Updated: March 23, 2025 “Time is a created thing. To say ‘I don’t have time’ is to say ‘I don’t want to.’” — Lao Tzu Dreams about being late are among the most common dream experiences reported across cultures and age groups. These dreams, often accompanied by feelings of anxiety or urgency, frequently serve … Read more

Dreams about swimming with fish typically symbolize a deep connection with the emotional realm, personal growth, abundance, and life’s flow, reflecting a readiness to explore one’s emotions and unconscious mind. Dreams of swimming with fish are rich in symbolism, offering insights from our subconscious. These dreams are not just soothing experiences but are packed with … Read more

Last updated: March 21, 2025 Dreams have fascinated humanity across cultures and throughout history. The symbolism of whales in dreams holds particular significance in many traditions, including biblical and spiritual contexts. This article explores various cultural perspectives on whale dreams, offering insights into how different traditions have interpreted these powerful symbols. Article Overview: Cultural Significance … Read more

Last Updated: March 17 2025 By Dr. Olivia Bennett, Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Sleep Research Important Note: This article discusses both scientific research and spiritual interpretations of dream experiences. While we present current scientific understanding alongside traditional spiritual perspectives, this information is educational and not intended to replace medical advice. If you experience persistent or … Read more

Last Updated: March 10, 2025 Dreams have fascinated humanity throughout history, appearing prominently in religious texts as potential channels for divine communication. When unsettling symbols like cockroaches appear in our dreams, many people seek meaning through their faith traditions, including biblical perspectives. This article explores the symbolic meaning of cockroach dreams through biblical principles of … Read more

“Life is a journey that must be traveled no matter how bad the roads and accommodations.” Oliver Goldsmith The spiritual meaning of dreaming about hotels intricately weaves themes of transition, personal identity, and emotional landscapes. Hotels in dreams often emerge as symbols of impermanence, reflecting our journey through change, new beginnings, and the various rooms … Read more

Last Updated: April 15, 2024 Reviewed by: Dr. William Parker, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology | Written by: Dr. Olivia Bennett, Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Sleep Research Article Summary Dreams about an ex-partner you no longer speak with typically reflect psychological processing rather than a desire to reconnect. Research in sleep psychology suggests these dreams serve … Read more

Dreams featuring faces—whether familiar, unfamiliar, or distorted—represent some of the most common and emotionally impactful dream experiences reported across cultures. These nocturnal encounters with faces offer a fascinating window into our psychological processes, social connections, and emotional states. This comprehensive exploration examines faces in dreams through multiple lenses: contemporary psychological research, neuroscience, cultural interpretations, and … Read more

Last Updated: March 24, 2025 “Dreams are the whisperings of the soul, and sometimes, they knock to get our attention.” — Carl Jung The phenomenon of hearing knocking in dreams represents a fascinating intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and spiritual interpretation. As a sleep researcher who has studied dream phenomena for over fifteen years, I’ve documented … Read more