Showing posts with label candle dream symbol. Show all posts
Showing posts with label candle dream symbol. Show all posts

Monday, October 3, 2011

Tsunami Dreams

Have you experienced the dreaded tsunami dream? Tsunami dreams are frightening. You find yourself questioning the reality of tsunami dreams. What do tsunami dreams symbolize to a dreamer?

Tsunami dreams tap into the unconscious or subconscious mind. Whereas many dreamers may experience a tsunami dream, there is no actual dreaming guide to decode a tsunami dream. Therefore, decoding the wave dream will help dreamers understand the tsunami dream.

According to Kosrin (2005), "Waves symbolize the power of the unconscious. Enormous breaking waves may present powerful emotions, and gentle waves may suggest a tranquil state of mind" (p. 268).

In your tsunami dream,  do you notice large waves heading toward you? Can you remember if the waves are high? Are they traveling fast? Tsunamis can range anywhere from 10 feet to as high as 1000 feet. These waves can travel at speeds in excess of 1000 miles per hour. Thus, tsunamis hit land, and then break towards inland towns and cities. The speed of a tsunami depends on the source of the power. Did an earthquake start the tsunami? Or did a large chunk of land fall into the water after a volcano erupted?

A volcano is powerful enough to create a deadly tsunami. We never think about the destruction a tsunami can cause until such disasters like the 2004 tsunami and past tsunamis wreak havoc on humanity. Tsunamis are powerful enough to kill thousands of people and destroy entire towns, villages and cities along the coastline. Tsunamis can travel across thousands of miles. Hence, tsunamis will continue to move further inland for hundreds of miles. Dreams about tsunamis increase pressure in the subconscious mind.

If you keep having recurring tsunami dreams, then the dream interpretation suggests you need to release your emotions in the same manner as the overflowing toilet dream. Water is a dream symbol to convey emotions. Calm waves indicate a calm mind. A tsunami determines that you have "powerful emotions" (Kosarin, 2005, p. 268). My past tsunami dreams occurred while I worked on completing my undergraduate degree and graduate degree.

In tsunami dreams, the high waves usually appear violent. I questioned the reality of the tsumani dream, which I couldn't believe my eyes. The fast-moving wave raced toward the coastline in a matter of seconds. On two occasions, I attempted to drive up the mountain in my Acura Integra; however, the wave reached me too quickly. I always woke up prior to the tsunami smothering me inside my car.

Tsunami dreams represent uncontrollable emotions expressed in your unconscious or subconscious mind. You are likely experiencing major stress. There is a chance that past events are straining your unconscious mind (ptsd). Tsunami dreamers must look at their current lifestyle to decode their tsunami dreams. Do people criticize you too often? Are you afraid to express your emotions? Have fear of rejection? Want to forget about a past event?

Tsunami dreams point to emotion distress. Pay attention to the power of the waves. Focus on the height and speed of the waves. If the waves are tame, then you have an open mind. Releasing such emotions before they build up to become a rather debilitating problem can improve your conscious mind.

Holding your emotions inside can force the subconscious mind to adversely react without you initiating the flight/fight response. We can't control our fear unless we learn to understand the source of the problem. Traumatic events linger around in the mind with no end in sight. If you can learn to control your emotions, the tsunami dreams will end.

Some assume tsunami dreams represent dream predictions. In Indian culture, the water is viewed as purity. Evil spirits tend to avoid water. Your physical body and mental state of mind are protected while in the presence of water. Tsunamis are identified as a reaction to a powerful action such as an earthquake, a comet and or a volcano.

Find the source of your problems to resolve your emotional issues. Why do you block your emotions? You may consider looking into the past to improve your future. Don't allow your emotions to over pressure your subconscious mind. Constant pressure can lead to a number of health problems associated with chronic stress.

Tsunami dreams interpret the power of your emotions. The best stress relievers to reduce the frequency of or to eliminate tsunami dreams are to meditate, exercise, and to communicate with family, friends, strangers and therapists. Have a tsunami dream you want to share? Leave your comments below.
         

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Dreams about candles

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Did you recently have a dream about a candle? Are you trying to figure out the meaning of the candle dream? Dreams about candles point to spirituality. Moreover, colors indicate the type of direction one must take while in the spiritual world. Pay close attention to the way in which the candle reacts in your dream. Decode your candle dreams through interpreting the color and mood of the candle. 

The candle dream may represent your first and or second dream experience. Maybe the candle dream symbol is a recurring theme in your dreams. According to dream author Jenni Kosarin (2008), dreams about candles signify:

"Usually the appearance of candles indicates spirituality. A candle provides light in the dark, or guidance through dark matters or the unknown. If a candle burns down to nothingness, it might indicate a fear or concern about death or impotence. A candle being put out could indicate a feeling of being overworked. A steadily burning candle may signify a steadfast character and constancy in friends and family" (p. 197). 

In decoding a dream, interpreting the candle dream symbol enables a dreamer to delve into the mood of the candle. Try to remember how the candle reacted in your dream. Was the candle burning softly? Or was this candle burning vibrantly? What color is the candle? An orange candle is highly spiritual.

According to the online website Dream Moods (2011), the color orange represents:
"Orange denotes hope, friendliness, courtesy, generosity, liveliness, sociability, and an out-going nature. It also represents a stimulation of the senses. You feel alive! You may want to expand your horizons and look into new interests" (Orange Section, par. 1).

How can we decode an orange candle dream? An orange candle dream identifies a person who is spiritual. If this person is lacking a spiritual belief system, the candle is conveying that spirituality will guide them. The orange candle color indicates the spiritual values associated with the color orange. These are spiritual values that will guide a person on their spiritual journey. In order to accomplish waking dreams and goals, a person must have a strong mind and possess quality values.

It is quite possible that an orange candle is pointing you to spirituality. Therefore, the dream candle is a spiritual guide to show you how to overcome hardship. Every person who chases after a dream realizes that while on their journey they will be tested. The orange color identifies the value one must possess to become successful.

Think about what is going on in your life. Are you experiencing intense stress? Have you questioned your faith? Do you believe that God is listening to you? Are you afraid to die? Spiritual people accept death as a part of their existence. Thus, people who lack a spriritual belief system will develop fear of not knowing what happens after death. Such fears can manifest into negative emotions or hate.

In my opinion, an orange candle is a positive dream symbol. The mood of the candle is especially important. A calm orange candle may signify a need to reinvent yourself, possibly through practicing spirituality and or improving your belief system and mode of thinking.

If you're a negative person, you realize that allowing these poor character traits will likely represent a challenge that blocks your ability to deliver dreams to fruition. Negative people tend to blame others for their failures. They have to accept accountability for their actions, and then learn to improve on past mistakes to make better decisions the next time around.

Life is about learning from bad decisions and mistakes. Unfortunate events should not be viewed as bad luck. Through every bad mistake and learning lesson, a person will learn to become more wise. In result of wisdom, a person will make better decisions in the future. Apply the two dream resources above to decode your dreams.

You may never realize how successful you can become until you take the initiative to accept such challenges as a learning lesson. The next time you have a candle dream, pay close attention to the mood of the flame and the color of the candle. Dreams about candles and colors are recognizable dream symbols that can guide your spiritual journey.

References
     
Dream Themes (2011), Dream Moods. Retrieved April 14, 2011, from

Kosarin, J. (2008). Decode your Dreams. New York: Fall River Press.


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