#Dream symbolism

[omnybus]

Some sketches I drew of variations on bathrooms/toilets I've seen in dreams throughout my life.

Like many people, I've often dreamed about trying to find/use bathrooms in dreams, and while they always vary in design the most common themes for them are a lack of privacy, hygiene, and/or comfort/convenience. Often times there are other people of varying ages and/or genders and in varying states of dress (typically casual clothes but half the time they're in underwear or swimwear if not completely nude), and none of them seem to care about anyone else's personal space or even their own. Thankfully it's never resulted in me pissing myself IRL like a few people have claimed but I usually end up needing the toilet after waking up.

[raining-tulips]

I had a dream last night the world was ending and the “most intelligent” were escaping in space ships and an oak tree approached me and said “you are not worth wasting” and invited me to the fae realm.

[alchemical-astrology]

Shadow Work Astro Observations | Time To 🦋 Break 🦋 BIG 🦋 Blockages ☆

On this day the full moon moves into sagittarius and venus moves into gemini. It's a great time to do shadow work considering the emotional aspects of the moon become aplified in sagittarius and it translates into AMAZING emotional drive for the next few days and the ability to break through emotional blockages.

However these observations do work all the time and for all signs ☆

I also personally believe that shadow work is harder now than at ANY other point in history because of the infinite distractions we have. Some of these observations come from ways of thinking about astro that have helped me work through BIG blockages. So hoping maybe they can have a similar effect on others.

🌚 Those who identify more strongly with their ascendant may find shadow work harder. Those who identify most strongly with their moon sign may find shadow work easier than average

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🌚 Pluto, uranus, neptune, and moon in first, fourth, fifth, ninth, or tenth houses may find shadow work easier than most

🌚 INxJ types in the MBTI may find shadow work relatively easy

🌚 Capricorn is surprisingly good at shadow work

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🌚 If you encounter emotional blockages, check what's transiting your 8th house (sounds really weird but it relates to the death tarot card). This house is all about new energy, destruction, and creation. So it can relate to clearing blockages.

🌚 Moon transiting any natal planets will influence the quality of your shadow work

🌚 9th house placements can make you reluctant to confront your shadow and liable to use distractions, especially venus, jupiter, and saturn

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🌚 If the moon comes up in a tarot reading - especially if you are a water or earth sign - you are on the verge of a huge emotional breakthrough

🌚 If the moon comes up for water signs, check your 4th house transits for ideas on clearing blockages

🌚 If the moon comes up and you have ANY significant pluto aspects in your chart WHATSOEVER, check what's transiting them ;)

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🌚If fire signs have emotional blackages with shadow work, now is a great full moon to break them ;)

🌚 Virgo and libra may find shadow work especially hard. Check the 10th house and your ascendant placement transits to see if there are any helpful aspects

🌚 Cancer is especially sensitive to the environment in which they shadow work and may benefit from lighting a candle or taking a long bath beforehand

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🌚 If the moon and death come up together in a tarot reading KEEP TRACK OF YOUR DREAMS and any weird dreams. Seriously this one works ☆

🌚 If you dream on this night your dream will likely contain a clue for any emotional blockages you want to clear. Watch out for unusual and out of place objects and animals in dreams

🌚 You may find you make more progress in shadow work with the following signs at the moment: aquarius, pisces, scorpio

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🌚 You can induce dreams and try lucid dreaming more easily on this night

🌚 You can find shadow work VERY hard if you have difficult placements in your 12th house. However, you can wait for positive venus, moon, and mars transits to this to try shadow work

🦂 Scorpio might find shadow work easier on the new moon as opposed to the full moon

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If you break blockages as a result of ANY observations on this list, check your aquarius placements. I have both neptune and uranus in aquarius, these are very good placements for breaking blockages in a creative manner and I genuinely hope this energy can spread and maybe help others

[mellowdracwitch]

An oddly symbolic dream I had last night:

I was sitting on a sandy bay that surrounded a little lagoon, the water inside was inky blue and dirty, there was lots of debris. Surrounding me was a dark forest line and a grey sky. I looked deeper into the lagoon and saw bubbles popping up, and a black wing popped up. I immediately without second thought jumped into the water and scooped up the feathers which turned out to be a crow. It was cawing and freaking out but it had a broken wing so I took it with me. I began to nurse it back to health and became extremely attached to it, though I never named it. I was healing it in a house I've never been in. From my left, a woman who's face I couldn't quite see told me that "You have to let it go." And so hesitantly, I opened the screen door and the crow flew out, its wing completely healed.

[i-am-a-secret-ssshhh]

In a dream:

Me: *struggling to put my glasses on my nightstand without waking up my husband who is laying on me*

Me, laughing: why are you so cuddly today?

IRL:

Me: *jolts awake*

Me, who has not had a relationship ever, and does not have my glasses on: I don't know if I should be sad that I don't have that, or worried that I dreamt of it

[queen-of-empathy]

Whatever I Try to Tell You

it is a common thing to wake up

from one dream into another

I scratch and claw my way out

of a nightmare

into the neutral unconscious

and then again into bed where we left off

words aren’t enough to tell the truth

the rest hangs in breaths and pauses

the weight of your fingertips in my hair

or the pads of your shoes on floorboards

I know it’s you because of the timbre

when I fell to my knees I thought it was just a means of going lower

I only found God because no other word

described what it was

[vanalex]

[cherrychiplip]

Ok so i've been having dreams about snow rabbits so im gonna right some sickass poetry about my dream bunny

[cartoonscientist]

[fireangelsstuff]

In truth this could all be affected by what's happened lately and is my brain processing, but I also haven't dreamed about Chris in a while and its therapeutic to share things during times of great stress.

The last dream of had of him prior to this was on the 26/02/2023:

I'm curled up on my couch, and Chris is sitting opposite me on a recliner chair.

He's watching me smiling as I curl up, smile back, and fall asleep.

I'm walking through an oversized mall, a weirdly shaped movie theatre with an entire wall missing.

In walking around outside and there are black viper looking snakes on the ground everywhere, I'm stepping over them and around them on the path.

One of the snakes tries to reach out and strike me in the face but I dodge out of the way and it misses me.

This was from just last night:

I'm in a warehouse building shelves stacked with some kind of product, with Chris and a group of others.

I'm there in an assistant role and have been given a red and black notebook to check over, Chris has been taking notes on things and watching trying to figure out who it is that has betrayed him.

He's angry someone told people something publicly, he said to this person "You owe me after the stuff I did for you"

Im there to help him but I yell at him saying "I don't care, I'm going to say what I think to everyone"

He stares at me somewhat incredulously that I have the nerve to speak to him about it or have it in me to stand my ground and stand up to him about taking a public stance.

He feels somewhat knocked out of control.

There are a few windows in this building, none of them have curtains, you can see in and out of the place. Every once in a while a faint green beam of laser light peeks through one of the windows, like the light from a sniper rifle, we each have to move and hide out of the way whenever the light appears but no actual shots are ever fired, it's just there to intimidate us.

The feeling in my chest is like having butterflies, like my heart is beating really fast even though it's actually not.

He was angry, but he also felt truly, truly lost, like he didn't know what to do next, not knowing what direction to take, like every path was too uncertain to take a step forward on.

[wikiwicca]

I’ve been growing my relationship with Hecate a lot recently! So much so that she’s been in two of my dreams this week.

The second dream I was wondering if any of you could help me figure out what it means?

My sibling and I were being chased (by a monkey? It was kinda weird) and I knew if we got to the graveyard where my grandmother is buried irl, we would be safe because one of Hecate’s domains is a graveyard right? And I knew there were like five or six crossroads just on the way there not to mention all of them inside this cemetery! And I remember praying to Hecate on the way there to protect us. Then two angry black dogs came out of a cornfield and chased us. I knew they wouldn’t hurt us but that we still shouldn’t let them catch up to us.

We got to the cemetery and went to a BEAUTIFULLY fenced in area with a giant black pit. The gate was open and I took only one step inside. The dogs ran past us to the pit and disappeared inside. dream me said out loud “should we go to the cross roads?” and suddenly I was back at my grandparents house in the front yard. Hecate was there smiling brightly and laughing with my family members. I instantly felt calmed.

She turned and saw me and told me to come with her. I grabbed a giant piece of amethyst (that I have in real life) and followed after her. We were headed back toward the cemetery and toward the area with the pit. (she even called it The Pit) and she told her dogs to go inside. So she invited me into the fenced area and I went in further this time. (She also locked it when we left later). She sent the dogs into the pit. She counted them and said they were all there. (I only saw six and was thinking shouldn’t it be nine?) and then nine dog heads poked out of the dark and barked at us.

She mentioned that the dogs could shape shift and that one of the moth’s I had seen before was one of her dogs. And dream me made a joke about the dog turning into a fly next. She thought it was funny and laughed. We leave the fenced area and she locks it behind us. As we’re leaving I said “are we going further in?” Like to see my grandma’s grave and she said “if you want to!” And then I immediately woke up hearing a part of a song I’ve heard before somewhere with a woman singing “I wish you were here.”

So YEAH that was intense. And I have NO idea what it means.

[alchemical-astrology]

Shadow Work And The Sea | How the Signs Relate 🦭 ☆ 🌚 ☆ 🐳

the sea is governed by the moon and to a lesser extent by uranus, neptune, and pluto

how you relate to the sea can be how you relate to your emotions - and your shadow

🦋 aries - as a fire sign and the first sign of the zodiac it is relatively difficult to associate aries with the sea but when it's initiation of the zodiac is taken into consideration, it can be connected to the open ocean, the originator of waves and the weather that reaches the shore. What does this mean for Aries? As an initiator you may be drawn to physical boundaries such as the space between sea and shore at times in life when you are facing your own boundaries such as the start of a new job or school.

as the first sign all other signs come after or before you (as the zodiac is a circle) and thus the previous winter and past year can play a stronger influence in your shadow than for others signs. at these initiating points in life water like the ocean can also bring calming energy to temper your enthusiasm and add balance; this brings you closer to your emotions and is a good time and space to show you anything in your shadow that may hold you back in your new ventures.

🦋 taurus - for an earth sign, taurus can have a stronger connection to the ocean than may initially be expected and this is because you love beauty. whether it is fine or stormy or whether tropical or the fresh breezes of the celtic shore, you tend to seek out places for their beauty and feel best in these.

For shadow work, thinking of what you find beautiful vs what you find ugly both in yourself and other people can help you understand blockages and where they may come from. sometimes this can be hard, but shadow work is about venturing outside of your comfort zone. A good way to start is with the things that straddle a boundary - things about yourself where you feel beauty lies in imperfection.

🦋 gemini - your changeable nature allows you to be at home in multiple environments but did you know this can extend deeper?

Geminis can find themselves exploring liminal places such as abandoned buildings, the coastline, or the tops of cliffs. Yet this can find itself repeated as they flit from group to group or find themselves between worlds. You may have an unusual day job.

for shadow work, use this nature to your advantage. instead of immediately plumbing the depths for blockages, focus on the margins of your shadow such as feelings you always wished you had time for but haven't. you also find shadow work comes easiest at dawn and dusk.

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🦋 cancer - you would love a cottage by the ocean, collecting shells and walking hand in hand barefoot with someone you love. but you may have a difficult time with your shadow as you are governed by your emotions of all kinds and thus the difficult ones seem amplified

being near calming energies that help balance these tempestuous waters can make shadow work easier. A warming fire, cosy library, mug of hot tea or warming cake can help you create a good environment for processing emotions.

🦋 leo - you may not naturally be at home by the sea but you certainly know how to use your emotions to your advantage - you may feel like you stand out emotionally but you also may enjoy this. yet your association of shadows and being in the limelight can lead you into drama. you only tend to like the sea on sunny days. stormy seas are not for you.

Uniquely amongst the signs you are great at recycling your shadow into a more positive image. Regrets are not for you. Think of the sea constantly bringing new water into the shore. You may have had moments that you weren't proud of but you know it's best to accept them and understand what they can teach you

🦋 - virgo - many of your most formative experiences may have happened by the ocean. as an earth sign you are not naturally in your element and thus the sea tends to interact with the elements of your chart that govern mysticism and unusual happenings. the sea brings out in you a less practical and more sensuous or emotional side.

When doing shadow work you may actually be surprised how much of this side fits within you. By embracing it you may discover clues as to undoing blockages. Often likely to be an Fe type like INFJ, ESFJ, ISFJ and ENFJ

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🦋 libra - a flat sea is the kind of thing that draws you near. you may have been scared of the ocean, storms, or going on boats when you were younger. As an adult you may prefer to watch the sea from a distance.

You may be slower to approach the ocean than those around you and you may also be slower with shadow work. this is not because you are scared of your shadow, but when investigating spiritual and emotional blockages you want to take all aspects into account.

🦋 - scorpio - like a storm chaser, you may have had a strange or morbid fascination with the sea at some point. whether it's looking through terrifying pictures of the ocean or an interest in shipwrecks, blue holes, or oceanic mysteries, the darker asoects of the sea exhibit a charismatic grip on your psyche.

Similarly you may be quite good at shadow work and finding blockages because of your interest in your own shadow. The best types for this - INFJ and INTJ.

🦋 sagittarius - although you are a fire sign you may prefer the sea to rivers, lakes, and swimming pools. you tend to be bold and athletic and this expresses itself in the water. you may enjoy watersports like surfing or stand up paddleboarding. you are generally bold and not scared of the ocean though.

Shadow work can work best for you when you are in a cleansing environment and so often qhen things get tough you may have an urge to run away from it all to somewhere where you can get outdoors and connect with nature

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🦋 capricorn - you are not necessarily enticed by the sea in the way some other signs are. however in your earthy oreferences for staying indoors and the wintery light of warm fireplaces and old books, you are nevertheless fascinated by human endeavors surrounding the ocean. whether it is the fascinating creatures of it's depths or the stories of the worlds first human migrations or later people whl sailed solo around the world, you know a lot about the sea - but are happy to stay on dry land to learn it!

However, in your shadow lurks the urge to go beyond this and the times you may have suppressed that urge in order to follow tradition as is most comfortable for you. You don't have to be a world famous adventurer or digital nomad. But breaking outside of tradition and your comfort zone can break spiritual blocks in ways nothing else can for you.

🦋 aquarius

despite being an air sign you have a direct and emotional connection with water as your sign is quite literally the water carrier. and this moniker can indeed affect the patterns that have shown up in your life. you may end up 'carrying' water, other peoples' or your own, besring their emotions or doing the bulk of the most creative and intuitive work in some situations.

The sea can have a calming and healing influence on your psyche as it is a place that can inspire you but also enxourage your revolutionary and creative instincts, which fuel your ability to work with your shadow. whether it is long walks on the beach alone or travelling to new destinations, the freshness, majesty and depth of the ocean helps you balance your creative energy and the emotions - both your own and those of people around you

🦋 pisces - moody pisces may have an interesting relationship with the ocean; as water rules your sign any experiences surrounding it are bound to be intense. the ocean can bring up complex and difficult feelings like nostalgia, wistfulness, and existential thoughts.

Like cancer you can be very affected by your environment. The weather affects your mood. Doing shadow work or days that are too 'happy' bright sun etc or too sad (storms, torrential rain) can throw you out of sync. shadow work with friends or a good book on a crisp clear autumn morning, summer evening, or spring day can be a lot easier. can be INFP, INTP, or ENFP.

[thedreamsage]

How to use your body to get over nightmares and IRL anxiety

Your Throat

Emotions: Anxiety, Stress, Fear of the Truth

Symbolic: Drowning in water, being choked/strangled

Literal: Tight vocal chords, "drowning" in words, Going non-verbal (autism), Feeling like your throat is crushing you, Trouble swallowing

Solution: Focus on your Diaphragm and take deep breaths. Then, focus on your throat and open it as if you're going to sing a very low note.

Symbolic Consequence: You can breathe underwater, your throat is strong enough to withstand any choking or strangling

Literal Consequence: Your brain was not receiving any signals from your nerves in the throat. Diaphragmatic breathing establishes your sense of control and awareness and assists you in re-establishing the connection between your brain and your body.

Your Heart

Emotions: Hopelessness, Pessimism, Rumination, Depression

Symbolic: Falling down or Falling Backwards, Stabbed in the chest, Being invisible or Being watched by shadow figures

Literal: Feeling like you have a void in your chest, Experiencing shutdown (autism), Feeling "empty"

Solution: Focus on your Diaphragm and take deep breaths. Then, focus on your heart. Put one hand over it and one hand on your throat to feel your pulse. As you focus on your circulation, imagine blood being pumped in and out of your heart.

Symbolic Consequence: Feeling Love radiate out from you, Feeling invincible, Having shadow figures disappear or transform into regular people, Gained ability to Fly

Literal Consequence: Your brain was not receiving any signals from your nerves in the heart. Diaphragmatic breathing establishes your sense of control and awareness and assists you in re-establishing the connection between your brain and your body.

[raining-tulips]

I really hate waking up from a dream only to find I am not awake yet I’m just in a reality that’s only slightly off from my own and have to wake up again. It always freaks me out.

[lilac-hecox]

Okay, 4 days in a row, every dream I have has had a sinister underlying theme where there is a murderer or a monster or people possessed. Most of the time, these also include Smosh cast members??

This time, it also included Anthony dating a Japanese youtuber I watch. Also, a cult company that if you talk about them, they kidnap you.

[queen-of-empathy]