Dream Dictionary -C -Meaning of Dreams

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Circus

To dream that you are having a terrific time at a circus, signifies your satisfaction and contentment with your current surroundings. But to dream that you are just at the circus, denotes that you are being misunderstood in some way. You are giving off the wrong impression to others.

To dream that there is chaos at the circus, signifies that your life is out of control.

Citrine

To see a citrine gemstone in your dream, represents strength and personal power. You need to have more willpower and motivation in pursuing your goals.

City

To see a city in your dream, signifies a sense of community and your social environment. To dream that you are in a deserted city or that you feel alienated from the activity of the city, then it suggests that you feel rejected by those around you.

To see a city in ruins, denotes that you are neglecting your social relationships and allowing them to deteriorate.

Clam

To see a closed clam in your dream, suggests that you are emotionally cold. You may be shutting others out and not letting them in on your problems and what you are feeling.

Clapping
Please See Applause

Class

To dream that you forgot to attend a class you signed up for, indicates your anxieties and fear of failing. You may also be lacking self-confidence in your ability to handle new responsibilities or projects.

Classmates

To see old classmates in your dream, indicates that you need to draw on your old associations with your former classmates to gain insight in some current relationship. It represents a past lesson that you have learned and is applicable in some aspect of your waking life now.

Classroom

To dream that you are in a classroom, symbolizes that you may be learning an important life lesson.

Claustrophobia

To dream that you have claustrophobia, suggests feeling of self-guilt. You fear that you will be punished for your past's actions.

Claws

To see claws in your dream, signifies feelings of vulnerability and/or hostility. You feel a need to defend or protect yourself or your surroundings. You also need to be careful with your words and actions.

Clay

To see or work with clay in your dream, represents creativity and the ability to shape your mind. It may also mean that you are able to manipulate things to your advantage. Alternatively, it indicates your need to set some goals and plans for yourself. You have some growing up to do and need to plan for the future. According to Freudian perspective, clay symbolizes feces.

To see a clay pot in your dream, signifies devotion, virtue or purity. The clay pot is also a healing symbol.

Cleaners

To dream that you are at the cleaners, warns that someone may be taking you to the cleaners. Alternatively, you may need to clear up a matter without any further emotional outbursts.

Cleaning

To dream that you are cleaning, implies that you are removing some negativity in your life and overcoming major obstacles. You are moving ahead toward a new stage in your life. In particular, if you are cleaning your house, then it signifies that you need to clear out your thoughts and get rid of your old ways and habits. You are seeking self-improvement.

To dream that you are cleaning an object, represents an aspect of yourself that is not working or functioning as well as it should. If you are cleaning the refrigerator or oven, then it indicates that you are getting to root of a matter or situation. It may also indicate negative feelings about the female role or that you are feeling inferior or stuck in some area of your life.

To dream that you are cleaning out a desk, suggests that you are getting rid of the burdens that has been weighing you down. You are acknowledging your new choices, decisions, and a new sense of freedom.

Cliff

To dream that you are standing at the edge of a cliff, indicates that you have arrived to an increased level of understanding, new awareness, and a fresh point of view. You may have reached a critical point in your life and may fear losing control.

To dream that you or someone falls off a cliff, suggests that you are go through some difficult times and are afraid of that is ahead for you. You fear that you are not up for the challenge.

Climate
Please See Weather.

Climb

To dream that you are climbing up something (ladder, rope, etc.), signifies that you are trying to or you have overcome a great struggle. It also suggests that your goals are finally within reach. Climbing also means that you have risen to a level of prominence within the social or economic sphere.

To dream that you are climbing down a cliff, indicates that you need to acknowledge and take notice of your unconscious. You are expressing some hesitance and reservation with delving into your more negative feelings. Alternatively, it suggests that you may be feeling low or emotionally drained.

Cloak

To dream that you are wearing a cloak, signifies the need for security, warmth and the feeling of being well protected. It may also mean that you are trying to cover-up or hide something.

If see a torn or ragged cloak in your dream, signifies a separation between you and a friend or lover.

Clock

To see a clock in your dream, signifies the importance of time or that time is running out. You may be feeling some anxiety of not being on top of things. Your mind may be preoccupied with a deadline that you have to meet or some other time-sensitive issue. It is time for you to tread on and speed up your actions. Alternatively, clocks are representative of death, especially if the clock has stopped. This is a common theme for the terminally ill or the dying.

To dream that a clock is moving backwards, parallels the way that your life is going. Instead of moving forward and progressing toward your goals, you feel that you have not made any significant accomplishments. You feel you are stuck in a rut.

A clock seen in your dream may also symbolize the ticking of the human heart and thus is indicative of the emotional side of your life.

Closed

To dream that a door is closed, represents an aspect of your life or and opportunity that is closed off to you. It may also refer to sexual secrets or activities.

To dream that the store is closed, indicates your inability to consider other alternatives and other viewpoints. You may be biased in your judgment and opinion. It also represents feelings of inadequacy and frustration.

Closet

To see a closet in your dream, symbolizes something in your life that you have kept hidden. It may also signify an unveiling of previously hidden aspects of yourself, as in "coming out of the closet".

Cloth

To see cloth in your dream, represents components and various pieces that composes your life. Consider the color for significance in the outlook or how things are going in your life.

Clothesline

To dream that you are hanging out clothing on a clothesline, suggests that you are revealing hidden aspects of yourself, especially if they are underwear. The dream may also signify your hang-ups. In particular, if your are hanging white clothes in the backyard, then it indicates your desire for pureness and to be cleansed. You may also be proclaiming your innocence in some situation.

Clothing

To dream of your clothes, is symbolic of your public self and how you are perceived. It is indicative of the act you put on in front of others. Clothes is also an indication of your condition and status in life.

To dream that your clothes are soiled and you are trying to clean them, signifies your attempts to change something about your character. You may need to change your old habits and old ways of thinking.

To dream that you are wearing brand new clothes, signifies new attitudes and a new persona. You are finding a different way of expressing yourself. If the price tags are still attached to the clothes, then it suggests that you are trying too hard to adapt to this new attitude. Perhaps it is not who you really are and you are not quite fitting in.

To dream that you are constantly changing your clothes, represents the need for change and your need to fit into a new situation or role. You need to establish a new self-image.

To dream that your clothes fit too tightly, denotes that you feel restricted in some way. You may feel constrained in a relationship or held back at work.

To dream that your clothing is torn or ripped, indicates that there is some flaws in your thinking or thought process. Your logic is not making sense. You need to alter your reasoning and make a stronger argument.

To dream that you are shopping for or buying clothes, represents your anxieties about trying to fit in or being "well-suited" for your changing role.

To dream that all your clothes in the closet are white, suggests that you need to lighten up. You may have recently been feeling a little on the depressed side. Perhaps you were going through some crisis. It is time to move on. You need to change your attitude and get a grip of your inner emotions.

Clouds

To see fluffy white clouds in your dream, signify inner peace and spiritual harmony. An issue in your waking life may be clearing up.

To see gray and gloomy clouds in your dream, signify depression or anger. Your decisions may be clouded in some way.

To see menacing or stormy clouds in your dream, indicates an impending eruption of emotions. It also represents a lack of wisdom or confusion in some situation.

Clover

To see a three-leaf clover in your dream, symbolizes the past, present, and future.

To see a four-leaf clover in your dream, represents good luck. You have successfully come to a resolution of some problem.

Clown

To see a clown in you dream, symbolizes absurdity, light-heartedness, and a childish side to your own character. The countenance of the clown is a reflection of your own feelings and emotions. Whether it is a happy clown or a sad clown, that will help guide you through how you may be feeling. The actions of the clown signifies your uninhibited nature. Alternatively, it is an indication of your thoughtless actions.

If you have a fear or phobia of clowns, the clown may represent a mysterious person in your life who mean you harm. Somebody you know may not be who they appear to be. Or somebody may be pretending to be somebody they are not and are hiding under a facade.
Please see also Jester.

Club

To see a club in your dream, denotes feelings of aggression or submission depending if the club is used by or against you. You may have some unexpressed anger that is on the verge of boiling over. It is also symbolic of virility and combativeness.

Clubbing

To dream that you are clubbing, represents your sense of belonging. More directly, the dream suggests your need to relax and let loose.

Clumsy

To dream that you or someone is clumsy, suggests that some situation or relationship is not going smoothly in your life. You need to take it easy and not to make things hard on yourself.

Coach

To see or dream that you are a coach, indicates that you need to be more self-disciplined.

Coal

To see a coal in your dream, represents wealth and prosperity. It also points to your unused potential. Alternatively, it may indicate that you have been misbehaving and have caught.

Coast

To see the coast in your dream, suggests that you are on a spiritual quest. The coast symbolizes the meeting between your two states of mind - the rational and the irrational. The dream may be a metaphor for how you are "coasting". through life. You may need to take things more seriously.

Coat

To see or wear a coat in your dream, symbolizes your protectiveness and defensive persona. You may be isolating yourself. Consider also the color, appearance, and type of coat for additional significance.

To dream that a coat is old, worn, or shabby, then it suggests that you are feeling down on yourself.

To see or wear a fur coat in your dream, symbolizes prosperity and luxury. It also indicates your need for attention and your need to be admired.

Coat Of Arms

To see a coat of arms in your dream, represents your familial roots and identity.

Cobra

To see a cobra in your dream, represents creation, and creative energies. Some situation or relationship has you hypnotized.
Please see also Snake.

Cobwebs

To see cobwebs in your dream, suggests that you have not reached your full potential. You are not utilizing your talents.

Cocaine

To dream that you are taking cocaine, indicates that you are feeling empty and devoid of emotions. You are looking to get out of your commitments or denying your responsibilities. You lack ambition. On a more positive note, the dream may be telling you that you need to be more lively and energetic.

Cockerel

To see a cockerel in your dream, symbolizes male aggression and masculinity. The dream may also be a warning of some kind.

Cockroach

To see a cockroach in your dream, signifies your need for renewal, rejuvenation and self-cleansing of your psychological, emotional, or spiritual being. You need to reevaluate major aspects of your life.
Please see also Roaches. See the meaning in action: "Crawling Cockroaches"

Coconuts

To see a coconut in your dream, foretells that you will receive an unexpected gift of money.

Cocoon

To see a cocoon on your dream, signifies a place of safety and solitude. It may also represent transformation or healing.

To dream that you are in a cocoon, represents your need to rejuvenate and restore your body, mind and spirit. You may be recreating new paths of expression and perhaps a rebirth. Alternatively, it symbolizes your unrealized potential and possibilities.

Coffee

To dream that you are drinking or need your coffee, suggests that you should gain some insight and knowledge before making a decision or tackling some project/relationship. You may be acting too hasty and need to slow down. Alternatively, it may imply a need for you to change your routine.

To dream that you are drinking coffee with someone, indicates that you might have feelings for that person.

To see a coffee pot in your dream, signifies hospitality and sharing of knowledge, hopes, concerns and/or ideas. It may also represent neighborliness, comfort, and companionship.

Coffin

To see a coffin in your dream, symbolizes the womb. If the coffin is empty, then it suggests that you are having some irreconcilable differences.

To see a body in a coffin, signifies that you will be going through a period of depression. You may feel confined, restricted and lack personal freedom. There may be a dead or decaying situation or issue in your life and this dream is calling attention to it. It is time to end this situation or relationship.

Coins

To see coins in your dream, indicates missed or overlooked opportunities that come your way. To see gold coins in your dream, represent success and wealth. Silver coins represents spirituality, values, and your self-worth.

To see coins stacked in your dream, symbolizes masculine power, dominance, and energy.

To dream that you are flipping a coin, represents your casual attitude about making some decision. You may also not be taking responsibility for your decisions. Alternatively, it indicates your irrational thoughts.

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Cold

To dream that you are cold, indicates that you are experiencing a breakthrough in some area in your life. Alternatively, you may be feeling isolated. You sense of coldness could reflect your feelings about that person. The dream may also occur as a result of your immediate environment in which you are really feeling cold.

To see the word cold in your dream, suggests that you need to be more neutral or objective in your decision making. You need to remain emotionally detached.

Collapse

To dream that you collapse, indicates that you are pushing yourself too hard. You have lost sight of your goals and what you need to accomplish. You may also be having difficulties trusting your own judgment and decisions.

Collar

To see collars in your dream, signifies confinement and restraint. You may be going through a frustrating work situation or a confining relationship.

Colleague
Please see Coworker.

Collections

To dream that you are dealing with collections, suggests that you are feeling picked on or harassed. Alternatively, it indicates that you may be too proud to ask for help.

College

To dream that you are in college, indicates that you are going through some social or cultural changes. You may be wanting to expand your knowledge and awareness. It also suggest that now is a good time for you to experiment and try new things. If you had gone to college in your past, then also consider your personal experiences and memories of your college days. However, if you are currently in college, then it may be a reflection of your current surroundings. It may also represent stress.

Collision
Please See Crash.

Colorless

To have a colorless dream, suggests a depressed mood and a feeling of sadness. You may be shutting yourself off from others.

Colors

Colors in dreams represent energy, emotions, and vibes. First consider what that single color in your dream means to you and your own personal associations and relationship with that color.

To dream in color and then dream in black and white, suggests that you are starting to look at a situation from a more objective perspective instead of from an emotional standpoint. You are subconsciously reacting to events in the dream.

Please see Dream Themes: Colors.

Colt

To see a colt in your dream, suggests that you are feeling awkward and insecure. You are starting to unleash your unused potential.

Column

To see columns in your dream, symbolizes strength and hard work. You may be feeling burdened or drained in some way or that you find yourself needing to support others.

Coma

To dream that you are in a coma, indicates your helplessness and inability to function in some given situation. You are not prepared for the major changes that are happening around you. Alternatively, your dream coma state may reflect what is really happening to you body when you are in the dream stage of sleep. In this stage of sleep, our bodies remain immobile as if it was paralyzed, commonly known as REM paralysis.

Comb

To dream that you combing your hair, suggests your need to organize and sort your thoughts. You need to find or search for some elements that are not clear to you in a situation or relationship.
Please see also Hair:

Comedian

To see a comedian in your dream, suggests that you need to be more carefree. You are feeling overburdened from your daily problems and need an outlet to release all that tension. You need to learn to laugh at yourself and not take yourself so seriously.

Comet

To see a comet in your dream, indicates that you need to move on and free yourself from emotional and physical burdens. Charge forward toward your goals.

Comics

To see or read comics in your dream, suggests that you need to learn to not take yourself so seriously. You need to have more of a sense of humor.

Commercials

To dream that you are watching TV commercials, signifies your tendency to jump from one thing to another without completing your initial responsibilities and tasks. You have a tendency to emotionally distance yourself and remain objective about the situations you are faced with.

If the commercials quickly jump from one to another, then is symbolizes your flightiness.

Communion

To dream of communion, symbolizes your conflict with the material world and the spiritual world. You are torn between your values and your feelings. Alternatively, the dream indicates a betrayal. You may also be seeking some form of acceptance.

Compact Disc

To see a compact disc in your dream, represents a need for enjoyment or a distraction. It denotes opportunities and possibilities. Consider the type of music and the title of the compact disc. If you are giving away the CD, you may be trying to convey a message to that person within the songs.

Consider also if the initial "CD" have any additional significance to you. Perhaps it represents a person or may even be a pun on something that is "seedy".

Compass

To see a compass in your dream, is a way of your subconscious to show you the way. It may be an indication for you to reconsider the direction in your life and to rethink the path you are taking.

Competition

To dream that you are in a competition, represents your need to grow and expand. Learn the value of endurance and perseverance. Also be more assertive.

To dream that you win a competition, suggests that you possess the necessary skills to accomplish a goal or solve a problem in your waking life.

Complexion

To dream of your complexion, represents how others perceive you.

Compliment

To dream that you are giving a compliment, suggests that you need to be steadfast and not let others questions your authority and position on things.

To dream that you are being complimented, refers to your desire for romance and love.

Composer

To dream that you are a composer, signifies that you are creating or directing new found energies to a situation or aspect of your life.

Compost

To see compost in your dream, suggests that outdated ideas or past experiences can be channeled and transformed into something you can learn from or something useful.

Computer

To see a computer in your dream, symbolizes technology, information, and modern life. New areas of opportunities are being opened to you. Alternatively, computers also represent a lack of individuality and non expression of emotions and feelings. Too often you are just going along with the flow, without voicing your own opinions and views. You may also feel a depreciated sense of superiority.

To dream that you computer has a mind of its own, denotes anxiety about technology and loss of control. You are feeling overwhelmed and feel that you are at the mercy of another.

To dream that a computer has a virus, suggests that something in your life that is out of control.

Concentration Camp

To see or live in a concentration camp in your dream, indicates that you are afraid of differences. You are having difficulties accepting others and their differences. Learn to appreciate diversity and the uniqueness in yourself and in others around you. If you actually lived in a concentration camp, the dream may signify a situation in your waking life which is triggering similar feelings felt at the time.

Concern

To dream that you are concerned about something or someone, indicates that you are feeling much anxiety, unhappiness, or uneasiness in some situation of your waking life. The concern you have in your dream may be something you need to pay attention to and acknowledge.

Concert

To dream that you are at a concert, represents harmony and cooperation in a situation or relationship of your waking life. You are experiencing an uplift in your spirits.

Conch Shell

To see a conch shell in your dream, represents sexual inhibitions. The dream may also be a warning of sorts.

Concussion

To dream that you have a concussion, suggests that you are not utilizing your fullest potential. You need to be more responsive to others, instead of just sitting back and waiting for things to happen.

Concrete

To see concrete in your dream, represents your solid and clear understanding of some situation. The dream may also mean that you are unyielding and inflexible.

To see wet concrete in your dream, suggests that some issue or some aspect of your life still remains unresolved.

Condom

To see a wrapped condom in your dream, represents your one-sided viewpoints and not allowing others to voice their opinions. It also symbolizes sexual possibilities.

To see an unwrapped condom in your dream, indicates sexual frustration. Additionally, it may also indicate that you are experiencing some anxiety about pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.

To dream that you or your partner is wearing a condom, suggests that you feel emotionally protected.

Conductor

To see or dream that you are a conductor, represents your abilities to lead and direct yourself toward higher awareness.

Cone

To see a cone in your dream, represents a flow of ideas and feelings.

Conference

To dream that you are attending a conference, suggests that you need to consider the ideas and opinions of others before forming your own conclusion. Don't be so close minded and listen to what others have to say.

Confession

To dream that you or someone is confessing, represents feelings of guilt and self-blame. Alternatively, it suggests a form of healing and heralding the new changes in your life.

Confetti

To see or throw confetti in your dream, represents achievement and success. You have achieved a higher level of growth and learning. You have reached a turning point in your life. Alternatively, it symbolizes much festivity and fanfare. You may be expressing joy, victory, and freedom from restraint.

Confusion

To dream that you are confused, may reflect your true confused state of mind and the nonsensical events of your dream. Isolate the single element in your dream that is confusing to you and analyze the meaning of that particular symbol. Alternatively, dreams of confusion signifies that you are being pulled in opposite directions or do not know which viewpoint is right.

Congratulate

To dream that you are congratulating someone, represents your ability to offer your help and assistance to others.

To dream that you are being congratulated, indicates that you need to learn to ask for help when you need it. You need to let go of your pride.

Constellation

To see a constellation in your dream, indicates that something in your life is coming together in a complex way. It represents a mental process. Consider what the constellation is depicting.

Constipation

To dream that you have constipation, denotes that you are unwilling to part with your old ways. You are continuing to grasp on to your old ways and failing to let go, forgive, and forget. You may be dwelling on past problems and previous difficulties.

Contact Lens

To see or wear contact lens in your dream, suggests that you need to focus on the task at hand. You need to pay closer attention to a situation before acting on it. The dream may also mean that you need to get in contact with someone.

If you have difficulties putting on your contact lens in your dream, then it indicates that you are having trouble paying attention.

Contraceptive

To see or use contraceptive in your dream, suggests that you are refusing to let your creativity emerge from beneath the surface. You are holding back some aspect of yourself. Alternatively, it signifies your anxieties about pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.

Contract

To dream that you are signing a contract, indicates that you are ready to commit to a long term relationship or project.

To dream that you enter into a bad contract, signifies to think twice about committing to a relationship. Carefully examine what you are getting into.

Construction

To see construction in your dream, signifies a new surge of energy, ambition and renewed confidence. It may also represent the rebuilding of your own life.

Contest

To dream that you enter or are in a contest, indicates the need to prove yourself as worthy and deserving. If you win the contest, then it represents your self-confidence, pride, and/or conceit. If you lose the contest, then it indicates a lack of self-esteem. You may not be fully applying yourself to the task at hand.

Contortionist

To see or dream that you are a contortionist, suggests that you are literally getting all twisted and wound up over a problem or situation in your life. Alternatively, it represents flexibility in your thinking or fluidity in your emotions. The dream may also be a metaphor and how you are able to stretch or twist the truth or facts of a situation.

Convent

To dream that you are at a convent, represents your need for spiritual support and nurturance. You need to isolate yourself and block out any external forces that may cloud your judgment.

Convention

To dream that you are at a convention, represents your need for contact and communication. You need to keep in mind that the choices you make with effect those around you. Don't be hesitant in getting them involved in your decision making. The dream is also a metaphor for bring various aspects of yourself together. Consider the type of convention for additional clues as to what may be lacking in your life.

Conversion

To dream about a conversion, indicates your hopes that some problem or situation can be changed. This dream also represents your mobility and adaptability to situations in life.

Convertible

To see or dream that you are in a convertible, refers to your glamorous attitude. You are showing off your power and influence.

Conveyer Belt

To see a conveyer belt in your dream, suggests that you are stuck in a rut. Your daily routine has become predictable and unchallenging.

Convict

To dream that you are a convict, suggests that some situation or relationship is making you feel restricted. You may be experiencing a loss of freedom in some area of your life. Alternatively, the dream may represent your feelings of shame and guilt. This dream image is trying to tell you to stop punishing yourself.

To see a convict in your dream, indicates that an aspect of yourself is unable to freely express itself.

Cookies

To dream that you are eating, giving, receiving, or stealing cookies signifies that you will let trivial problems and minor disputes annoy you.

To dream that you are baking cookies, signifies feelings of optimism or an increase in productivity. You may also experience a rise in status.

Cooking

To dream that you are cooking, signifies your desire desire to influence others in such a way that they will like you or become dependent on you. Alternatively, it represents your nurturing side or wanting to be nurtured. You want to be loved.

To dream that you have difficulties cooking, indicates that you are trying too hard.

Cooking Oil

To see or use cooking oil in your dream, represents a smooth transition.

Cop
Please See Police.

Copier

To see or use a copier in your dream, represents your lack of originality and tendency to copy other's ideas/beliefs. You need to start thinking things through for yourself. Alternatively, it may indicate a desire to spread some idea and circulate the word out.

Copper

To see copper in your dream, represents the power of healing. It also indicates a flow of ideas and information.



Coral

To see coral in your dream, symbolizes the beauty of life. Acknowledging your feelings is the key to a happy and rewarding life. Alternatively, it represents purification and blood.

Cord

To see cords in your dream, symbolizes a lack in independence in a situation or relationship. You are feeling restricted or tied down. If the cord is being cut, then it indicates that you are breaking those relationships that have held you back.

Cork

To see cork in your dream, represents your versatility and adaptability in different situations. You have the ability to stay afloat in times of turmoil. and rise above your circumstances.

Cormorant
Please See Loon.

Corn

To see corn in your dream, signifies abundance, growth and fertility. Also consider the pun that something is "corny".

Corner

To dream that you are in a corner, signifies feelings of frustration and lack of control in making decisions. You may feel trapped and "cornered".

Cornucopia

To see a cornucopia in your dream, represents abundance, plentitude and prosperity. The dream also highlights the union of the masculine and feminine aspects.

Corpse

To see a corpse in your dream, represents an aspect of yourself that has died. Or it may mean that you are unexpressive. You have shut yourself down and are dead inside.

Corridor

To dream that you are walking through a long corridor, signifies your desperation in trying to escape a repetitive situation or behavior patters. You need to free yourself of this repetition and the corridor is seen as a passage from one phase in your life to another.

Corsage

To see or wear a corsage in your dream, suggests that an aspect of yourself is looking to be acknowledged and recognized. Alternatively, it is a symbol of honor.

Corset

To see or wear a corset in your dream, indicates restraint and restrictions. You may be feeling limited. Alternatively, it may mean that you have a tendency to hold in your displeasure in order to please others.

Cosmetics
Please See Makeup.

Costume

To dream that you are wearing a costume, signifies that you are putting on a facade toward others. Your true self is not being revealed and you are not being completely honest with people around you.

Cottage

To see a cottage in your dream, represents comfort, peace and serenity. You prefer a life of simplicity. The cottage may represent an altered sense of reality and thus may be a means of escaping the responsibilities and problems that may be associated with your home. You need to approach life's difficulties one at a time.

Cotton

To dream that you are picking cotton, suggests that you are seeing little benefits from all your long hard work. It may also mean that aspects of yourself are in harmony.

To dream that you are wearing cotton, symbolizes simplicity.

Cotton Candy

To see or eat cotton candy in your dream, represents childhood pleasures or rewards. You are content with the way things are going in your life.

Couch

To see or dream that you are on a couch, represents rest, relaxation, laziness or boredom. It may also mean you need to clear you mind and thoughts. Consider also who is on the couch with you as the dream may also have sexual connotations.

Cougar

To see a cougar in your dream, symbolizes wild beauty, power, grace, and raw emotion. It often refers to feminine power and aggression. Alternatively, it also indicates lurking danger and death.

Coughing

To dream that you are coughing, represents your fear or dissatisfaction of the future. You need to put some distance between yourself and others. Alternatively, it indicates that you have made a negative choice in some important matter.

Counselor

To see a counselor or dream that you are one, suggests that you are seeking for some support and direction in your life. Pay important attention to what the counselor is saying and/or doing. Your dream is trying to convey a message that you need to think about and possibly act upon.

Counterfeit

To see counterfeit money in your dream, indicates that something is not what it appears to be. Perhaps you are feeling unworthy or someone is devaluing your talents or efforts. Alternatively, this dream symbol suggests that you are pretending to be something you are not.

Countryside

To dream of the countryside, suggests that you are seeking a simpler way of life. You need to take some time for yourself to relax and free your mind. Alternatively, it indicates a sense of freedom and/or openness that is lacking in your daily life.

Couple

To see a couple in your dream, symbolize marriage, your parents, or a relationship. Consider what the couple are doing in your dream for additional clues about their significance. It may point to something that is lacking or missing from your life.

Court

To dream that you are in court standing up for charges against you, signifies your struggle with issues of fear and guilt. A situation or circumstance in your life is giving your much distress and worry. You may feel that you are being judged in some way.

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Cousins

To see your cousin in your dream, represents something or some aspect of your character that is somewhat familiar. Perhaps you need to spend more time in cultivating and developing some emerging ability or character. In particular, if you dream that your cousin is ignoring you indicates that you are not acknowledging some aspect of yourself that is represented by your cousin.

To dream that you or your sibling is in love with a cousin, represents your acceptance of each other and that you have acknowledge and embraced key qualities in one another.

Cover

To dream that you are covering something, indicates a part of yourself that you are trying to hide or are afraid of revealing. Consider what you are trying to cover up.

Cow

To see a cow in your dream, signifies your obedience to authority without question. It symbolizes your passive and docile nature. Alternatively, it represents maternal instincts or the desire to be cared for. For some cultures, the cow represents divine qualities of fertility, nourishment and motherhood.

To see a cow with a skeleton face, suggests that you mother or motherly figure in your waking life is displaying a lack of emotions. She is being unresponsive to your needs.

To see a herd of cows, indicates your need to belong.

Coward

To dream that you or someone is a coward, indicates that you are afraid to see your true Self and to be who you are. You are hindering your own self-growth.

Cowboy

To see or dream that you are a cowboy, symbolizes masculinity, ruggedness, and toughness. You are in control of your animalistic and instinctual side.

Coworker

To see your coworkers in your dream, highlights aspects of your waking relationship with them, including difficulties/support. It signifies your ambition, struggles and competitive nature. If the coworkers in your dream are not your actual coworkers, then they may pertain to some psychological business that you need to work on.

To dream that you are training someone to take your place, suggests that you are moving on with respect to some task or inner development. You are leaving behind old attitudes and are looking toward the future.
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Coyote

To see a coyote in your dream, denotes deception and weakness.

Crab

To see a crab in your dream, signifies you perseverance and tenacity. On an extreme note, you maybe be too clingy and dependant and hanging on to a hopeless endeavor. Crabs are also symbolic of your irritable personality, as in the pun, being "crabby".

Crack

To see a crack in some object, indicates that something in your life is imperfect. Nobody is perfect. The dream may also be a pun on "cracking under pressure". You may be experiencing difficulties in trying to maintain your composure and keeping it together.

Crackers

To see or eat a cracker in your dream, suggests that you tend to care for the needs of others besides your own. You spend your time looking of for other people and as a result, neglect your needs. The dream may also be a pun on "crack her". Perhaps you are trying to get someone to reveal certain information or secrets.

Cradle

To see a cradle in your dream, symbolizes a dependent relationship. You may feel the need to be protected and cared for. Your dream maybe telling you to regain some control and independence in your life. Alternatively, it represents a new project or fresh start.

Crane

To see a crane in your dream, represents happiness, maternal love, and your gestures of good will. You look out for those who are near and dear to you.

Crash

To dream that you are in a car crash, indicates that your beliefs, lifestyle, or goals are clashing with another's. It may also represent a shocking situation or painful experience. Alternatively, car crashes may forewarn of your dangerous or careless driving habits.

To dream that a plane crashes, signifies that you have set overly high and unrealistic goals for yourself and are in danger of having it come crashing down. Alternatively, your lack of confidence, self-defeating attitude and self-doubt toward the goals you have set for yourself is represented by the crashing airplane; you do not believe in your ability to attain those goals. Loss of power and uncertainty in achieving your goals are also signified.
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Crater

To see a crater in your dream, indicates that aspects of your unconscious are being slowly revealed to you. This dream symbol is also symbolic of past memories and experiences.

Crawling

To dream that you are crawling, indicates that you are approaching your goals with careful forethought and preparation. Alternatively, you may be lowering yourself and your standards. You may be doing less than your best.

To dream that you are crawling out of a wreck or ruins, represents your willpower.

To dream that someone is crawling towards you, signifies your need for power, revenge, superiority, or control.

Crayons

To see crayons in your dream, represents some childhood memories or a period of time where you were more carefree. It is also symbolic of creativity. You may need to think outside the lines into more unconventional thoughts and ways of doing things. Consider the symbolism of the color of the crayon.

Crazy

To dream that you are going crazy, suggests that you have lost sight of your goals. You may feel that you are no longer able to depend on someone. Alternatively, you may feel that your opinions, viewpoints or decisions are not being accepted or being ignored. You may feel like an outsider.

Cream

To see or eat cream in your dream, indicates that you appreciate the minor and sweet things in life. It is symbolic of nurturance and richness.

To see or apply face cream in your dream, represents a beautiful soul. It may also represent the character and personality you are portraying to others in your waking life.

Creatures

To see faceless creatures in your dream, indicates a situation you are refusing to see or confront, but are aware of it in some passive way. This dream also suggests that something in your life is bringing up feelings of fear and insecurities.

Credit Cards

To dream about credit cards, relates to your worth, value and/or credibility. Depending on your waking experiences, the credit cards may symbolize being in debt and your attitudes about money, work, and thrift.

To dream that you lose your credit cards, indicates your carelessness in some aspect of your waking life.

To dream that someone is stealing your credit cards, suggests that something or someone is robbing you of vital energy.

Creek

To see a creek in your dream, represents your own personal energy flow and steady emotional release.

To see a dried up creek, indicates that you are being cut off from your spiritual being and being out of touch with yourself. You may also feel physically or emotionally drained.

Cremains

To see cremains in your dream, symbolizes change. It also represents a return to your true Self and acceptance of who you are.

Cremation

To dream that someone is being cremated, represents purification and your strive for perfection.

Crescent

To see a crescent in your dream, represents the the emergence of your feminine character. It also indicates versatility and changes.

Crib

To see a crib in your dream, suggests that you are harvesting or "babying" a new idea, creation or project. Alternatively, it may refer to your nurturing, protective, and caring nature. A more literal interpretation of this symbol, suggests that you may be yearning for a baby or that you are expecting a baby.

Crickets

To see crickets in your dream, represents introspection. You are seeking guidance.

To hear crickets in your dream, suggests that you are letting minor things bother you.

Crime

To dream that you or someone commits a crime, represents feelings of guilt and shame. Your inner fears are hindering your growth and progress.

Cripple
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Crock Pot

To see or use a crock pot in your dream, suggests that you need to look at various sources to attack a problem. Alternatively, it means that patience, hard work, and tenacity will pay off in the long run. Hang in there and don't let difficulties and obstacles discourage you.

Crocodile

To see a crocodile in your dream, forewarns of hidden danger. Someone near you is giving you bad advice and is trying to sway you into poor decisions. The crocodile may be an aspect of yourself and your aggressive and "snappy" attitude. Or maybe it reveals that you have displayed some false emotions and shedding "crocodile tears".

To dream that you are chased or bitten by a crocodile, denotes disappointments in love and in business.
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Crooked

To see something crooked in your dream, indicates that something is not right or normal about a situation. The dream may also be a pun on someone who is a crook. You may be duped or lied to.

Crop

To dream that you are tending to your crop, represents growth, self-love, and self-appreciation. In the end, your hard work is paying off.

Cross

To see a cross in your dream, signifies suffering, martyrdom, death, and/or sacrifice. Perhaps your dream is telling you that you have a cross to bear. Ask yourself what is causing you to suffer or what is causing you great difficulties.

Cross-Dressing

To dream that you or someone is cross-dressing, indicates that you need to express and acknowledge your masculine side if you are female or your feminine side if you are a man.

Croissant

To dream that you are eating a croissant, indicates that you are lacking some affection or love in your life. There is a void waiting to be filled.

Crossing

To dream that you are crossing a street, suggests that you are putting yourself in harm's way. Alternatively, you tend to go against the majority and for that you tend to be a target of criticism.

To dream that you are crossing a river or some body of water, symbolizes a spiritual change or reawakening.

Crossbones

To see crossbones in your dream, symbolizes danger and poison. The symbol may also represent the life of a pirate.

Crossroads

To dream that you are at a crossroad, signifies that you have come to a point in your life where you have several options to choose from which will take you various destinations. This dream suggests your need to make this important decision.

Crossword Puzzle

To see or do a crossword puzzle, suggests that you are being faced with a mental challenge. The dream may be a pun on "cross words" directed at your or aimed toward someone.

Crow

To see a crow in your dream, represents your annoying habits and the darker part of your character. The crow may serve as messengers from your unconscious.

Crowd

To dream that you are in or part of a crowd, signifies that you need to make some space for yourself. You need solitude to reflect on a situation at hand and recharge your energy. Consider also the familiar phrase of "going along with the crowd" which implies conformity and lack of individuality.

To see an unruly crowd in your dream, signifies that the worries and problems around you are pressing in on you. You will be be greatly distressed.

To see a happy, orderly crowd in your dream, denotes assured happiness, pleasant friends and opportunities for advancement.

Crown

To see a crown in your dream, symbolizes success and prominence.

Crucifix

To see a crucifix in your dream, is symbolic of new life, spiritual guidance, and liberation. The dream may serve as a connection with your inner Christ/love consciousness. Alternatively, it represents your difficulties and hardships. Do you feel you are being crucified for something occurring in your life?

Crucify

To dream that you are being crucified, indicates that you are punishing yourself. You may be feeling guilty.

Cruel

To dream that you or someone is being cruel, signifies the release of pent-up hostility and anger. You may need to acknowledge the shadow and negative aspects of your personality.

To dream that someone is being cruel to you, suggests that you need to develop your inner and outer strengths and become more emotionally strong.

Cruise

To dream that you are on a cruise, represents some emotional journey that you are going through. The dream may also be a pun on "cruising" through situations in your life with ease and little effort.

Crumbs

To see or make crumbs in your dream, suggests that you are feeling left out. Do you feel like an outsider in some situation?

Crush

To dream that you are crushing something, denotes that you are under tremendous stress over a decision that you need to make.

To dream that you have a crush on somebody, is a literal reflection of your attraction and fascination for that person. To see your crush in your dream, represents your current infatuation with him or her. If you find yourself thinking about him during the day, then it is understandable that his image will appear in your dream during the night. If your dream that your crush rejects you, refers to not knowing how he or she really feels about you and whether he likes you or not.

If you dream that somebody has a crush on you, then it represent you own sense of worthiness and esteem.

To dream about a former crush, refers to that particular period in your life and what you were feeling. The former crush represents a point in time when you first had the crush on that person.

To dream that your crush rejects you or stood you up, represents your feelings of insecurities and anxieties. The idea of not knowing how your crush feels about you is driving you nuts. Assuming that he or she will reject you before you actually know, saves your from getting hurt. You are afraid to find out how he or she feels about you.

Crutches

To dream that you are on crutches, signifies your need to lean on others for help. Perhaps you are acting helpless in order to get out of some situation or obligation.

Cry

To dream that you are crying, signifies a release of negative emotions that is more likely caused by some waking situation rather than the events of the dream itself. Your dream is a way to regain some emotional balance and a way to safely let out your fears and frustrations. In our daily lives, we tend to ignore, deny, or repress our feelings. But in our dream state, our defense mechanisms are no longer on guard and thus allow for the release of such emotions.

To see someone else crying in your dream, may be a projection of your own feelings onto someone else. If you do not cry in your waking life, then seeing someone else cry may be a little easier to deal with then seeing yourself cry.

To wake up crying, represents some suppressed hurt or previous trauma that is coming up to the surface. You can no longer suppress these emotions. They need to be dealt with head on.

To dream that no one hears or responds to your cries, represents your helplessness and difficulties and frustrations in trying to communicate with others. You feel that your words are falling on deaf ears. Perhaps your dream is telling you to be more vocal and work harder to get your point across.

Crystal

To see a crystal in your dream, signifies wholeness, purity, and unity. To dream that you are looking into a crystal, is indicative of how you are looking within yourself to find your true destiny.

Crystal Ball

To see or look through a crystal ball in your dream, suggests that you are looking for guidance and direction in your life.

Cub

To see a cub in your dream, represents innocence, playfulness and/or mischievousness. It is also symbolic of your children or siblings.

Cube

To see a cube in your dream, symbolizes material possessions and earthly things. It may also be a metaphor for "being square" or being too conservative.

Cuckoo

To see a cuckoo in your dream, represents timing and fate. You need to change your direction or alter your approach in how your pursue some situation. Alternatively, there may be someone in your life whose presence is unwelcome. The dream may also be a metaphor for someone who is behaving crazily.

Cucumber

To see or eat a cucumber in your dream, signifies recuperation and recovery. You need to regain your energy and health. Alternatively, it is symbolic of the phallus and have sexual connotations.

Cuddle

To dream that you are cuddling with someone, indicates your need for physical and/or emotional contact. Do not overlook the obvious meaning of this dream which suggests your heart's desire for that particular person. Also consider the symbolism of that person you are cuddling with and determine how you need to acknowledge, accept, and unify those qualities in yourself.

Cult

To dream that you are in a cult, suggests that you are in some destructive and/or manipulative relationship. You are being exploited. On a more positive note, you have the desire to strive for a better Self. It implies devotion and sense of community.

To see a cult in your dream, indicates that you are lacking any spiritual freedom.

To dream that you are a leader of a cult, signifies your authoritarian attitude. No one should question your motives or choices.

Cultivate

To dream that you are cultivating, indicates that you need to clear your mind of negative thoughts. Keeping an open mind will further allow you to grow as a person.

Cup

To see a cup in your dream, represents nurturance and the womb. The cup may also signify healing, rejuvenation, and healing. Alternatively, it indicates a transcendence into a realm of higher consciousness. Is the cup half-full or half-empty? Do you see life from an optimistic or pessimistic point of view.

To see a cup with a broken handle, indicates your feelings of inadequacy and anxieties of being unable to handle a particular situation.

To see a broken cup in your dream, denotes feelings of powerlessness, guilt and/or low self-esteem. Perhaps you feel unqualified or inadequate in dealing with a situation.

Cupboard

To dream that you are opening a cupboard, signifies that you are revealing some hidden truth or secret.

Cupid

To see cupid in your dream, represents a love relationship in your waking life. Its appearance in your dream may mean that you need to take a risk in love.

Curlers

To see curlers in your dream, suggests that you are thinking in circles. You may be going over the same problem/situation again and again without any conclusion.

Current

To see/notice an ocean or river current in your dream, represents the direction of your life and the decisions you have made along the way. It also represents the influences in your life and how they work in guiding you through your life's path. The dream may also be a metaphor for the current events or something that is going on in your life at the moment.

Curry

To see or taste curry in your dream, suggests that you are emotionally sensitive and easily irritable. Alternatively, it refers to your quick-wit, sharpness, and intellect. It may also mean that you feel like you are hot stuff.

Curse

To dream that you or someone is under a curse, suggests that you are getting caught up in your own guilt. You also need to proceed with caution in some situation or relationship.

To dream that you or someone is cursing, refers to your inner fears.

Curtains

To see or dream that you are shutting the curtains, signifies secrecy and a repression of thoughts. You are concealing a personal matter or an aspect of yourself. On the other hand, to dream that you are opening the curtains, indicates that you are ready to reveal something hidden.

Curtsy

To curtsy in your dream, suggests that you are acknowledging something that is greater than you and deserves your respect. You are submitting to a power larger than you.

Cut

To dream that you have a cut, suggests that you are being let down or being undermined. Alternatively, it refers to feminine sexuality and feminine attitudes toward sex. In particular, if the cuts are on your legs, then it symbolizes an imbalance. You are unable to stand up for yourself.

To dream that you are cutting yourself, indicates that you are experiencing some overwhelming turmoil or problems in your waking life. You are trying to disconnect yourself from the unbearable pain you are experiencing.

Cuticles

To notice your cuticles in our dream, suggests that you are being overly sensitive. You may be overreacting in some situation.

Cutting

To dream that you are cutting something, signifies a broken relationship or severed connection.

Cyclone

To see a cyclone in your dream, suggests that you are fighting against some emotional turmoil.

Cyclops

To see Cyclops in your dream, suggests that you may be narrow-minded and need to expand the scope of your vision. Alternatively, you may be too overly focused on one thing.

Cymbals

To dream that you are playing with cymbals, indicates that you are overreacting in some situation. You are making too much fuss over a small thing.

Cypress

To see a cypress tree in your dream, symbolizes death, the underworld, and the unconscious. It may also indicate a time of mourning and sadness.