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Cabbage

A garden with cabbages growing in it is an omen of purchasing property that will give you more trouble then it is worth. To eat cabbage in a dream foretells many quarrels with family members. Cooking cabbages may warn of trouble with your teeth and the odor of cabbage warns of an upcoming illness.

Cactus

Dreaming of a cactus is usually the indication that you are feeling crowded, or that someone is invading your space, and since the cactus has the prickly spines for defense this represents to the dreamer a wish to establish a boundary and protect your privacy. A cactus also represents winning out over adversity as it is found in the desert and has adapted itself to hot, dry, growing conditions, thus the dream could be telling the dreamer to adapt to the existing circumstances if he/she cannot change them.

Cage

To dream that you are in a cage, denotes that you are experiencing some inhibitions and powerlessness in some areas of your life. You may feel restricted, confined and restrained in a current relationship or business deal. Somebody may be keeping a short leash on you where you are lacking the freedom to act independently. To dream that you are putting a wild animal into a cage, signifies that you will succeed in overcoming your rivals and fears. It is also symbolic of you being able to control you animalistic rages and anger. To see a bird in a cage, suggests that you are feeling limited in your expression and a sudden lost of freedom. You may be experiencing frustrations and an inhibited spirituality. The dream may also imply that you are feeling like a “jail bird”.

Were you locked in the cage?  If so, you may be feeling resticted or have lost some freedom.  You may be trying to lock away some part of yourself that you have difficulty accepting.  If you enter the cage of your own free will, you may desire the protection it offers.

Calendar

Seeing a calendar on the wall indicates that you are well organized and prepared. If you see yourself making marks on a calendar then this denotes that you are marking time until a certain event comes to pass. If someone gives you a calendar you will have much disappointment in the week ahead.

Camera

This often represents a desire to cling to the past or preserve it for ever. However, it may also represent the way you ‘picture the situation’.

The camera sees the truth.  Maybe there is something you need to focus on and need to look at more objectively.

Cancer

Dreaming about cancer or other wasting conditions can be indications that the dreamer feels he or she is wasting his or her life and losing hope.

A dream of having caner may signal an emotional issue that is threatening you.  You may be hrutnig yourself by keeping the emotion locked inside.  If you dream that someone close toyou has cancer, it may be an unconscioius way of handling feelings about it.

Candle

A candle is a symbol of light overcoming darkness and may represent a quest for knowledge, wisdom or insight.  What is your mood in the dream?  Candles are quite often lit in celebration (like a birthday cake) as well as to set a peaceful atmosphere.

Canyon

Being in a canyon, abyss, chasm, or pit shows the dreamer as being somewhat trapped. However, in some settings, this kind of experience may lead to a place of initiation and transition. It may just be a place of beauty and rest for others. The Grand Canyon is a favored spot for many people who dream about it long after visiting. In this regard, the canyon is just a staging ground for other relationship transactions in the dream (for example, the peace provided from vacations or from experiencing natural beauty).

Camping

To dream that you are camping, suggests your need for relaxation and a long-deserved break. You may be looking to be more in touch with nature and for a simpler life. Alternatively, it refers to your social circle and support group. You need to have a sense of belonging, but at the same time be self-sufficient and independent.

Cards

1. Playing card games with someone you recognize implies that this person, or perhaps someone of whom he or she reminds you, is “playing games” with you and is not to be trusted. Gambling with cards is a warning to avoid financial risk of any kind.
2. Each playing card has a distinct divinatory meaning of its own, usually based on numerology. Spades rule conflict, hearts pertain to matters of the heart, diamonds refer to money, and clubs rule difficulties – and the numerological meaning of each number combined with the nature of the suit gives a rough meaning of the card’s divinatory nature. The face cards rule people whose personalities are based on the nature of the suit they represent.
3. If the dream is of a Tarot card, or a group of them, the meaning of the card has a strong bearing on the meaning of the dream. Consult our Tarot experts for details.

Carnival

Carnivals are fun.  Dreaming of a carnival means that you need to lighten up and have some fun.  But if you are playing the clown, you may be about to make a fool of yourself.

Carpet

To see a carpet in your dream, represents your way of protecting yourself from life’s harsh realities. Alternatively, a carpet symbolizes luxury, comfort or richness. Consider the condition and designs of the carpet. Are you hiding something and sweeping it under the carpet? To dream of a magic carpet, implies your desires and wishes to escape from a situation, relationship, or responsibilities.

Carving

To dream that you are carving a piece of wood, symbolizes spiritual and creative energy. Metaphorically, you are transforming unconscious energy into conscious awareness. Consider whether the carving is purely ornamental or utilitarian. To dream that you are carving a cooked animal, indicates that you are trying to rid yourself of certain feelings. You may be distancing yourself from your emotions and analyzing them from an objective standpoint. Alternatively, some person or situation is violating an aspect of your life.

Castle

Castles in dreams hold associations to wealth and grandeur, and to mythic wisdom. A frequent location in dreams for issues concerning the “higher self” and spiritual growth. Is the castle warm, spacious, clean and inviting? A healthy relationship with one’s spirituality and personal development is indicated. Castles that are run down, worn out, or tired suggest neglect of the self. Castles also may reflect the condition of a marriage or family relationship that was “built together.” Is the castle in good shape, or is it falling apart? Castles with large numbers of rooms can symbolize extended family relationships. Discovering new rooms in a castle is a metaphor for an exciting period of self-discovery. A dreamer believes he or she has room to grow in.

Cat

Dreaming of a cat is a generally unfortunate omen and it shows treachery as well as a run of bad luck.  If you chase the cat away you will overcome your adversaries or turn your bad luck into good.

For the cat lovers who dream of cats you have a whole new meaning….if the cat is beautiful you will meet an attractive person who will become your mate. If the cat scratches you then will you meet with treachery and deceit.  The cats signifies an independent spirit, feminine sexuality, creativity, and power.

To see a white cat in your dream, denotes that you are going through difficult times.

Cats are associated with positive qualities of creativity, independence and mystery.  Do you know of anyone with these cat-like traits?  A cat in a dream may represent something that you fear or a quality in yourself.  The cat can also symbolize a real cat in your waking life.

Caterpillar

To see a caterpillar in your dream, signifies a stage in your own personal growth and development where you are on your way, but have not yet reached your goal.

A caterpillar may indicate a transformation into something more beautiful or good.

Chased

Describes this dream (the most common) as an indication of a felt threat in your waking life. This threat can take the form of a menacing person or a strong emotion with which you are having difficulty coping. Try to determine who or what is chasing you, where the dream takes place, and what your feelings are during the chase to understand what this dreams means to you.

There is more of a consensus amongst dream interpreters, in that they agree that being chased suggests some sort of childhood fear or present pressures and threats.

Feeling chased may represent your fears or a problem that you do not want to face.  A personal may be causing your some trouble or it could be a part of your personality.  Have courage and turn around and look at what you are running from.  If you are chasing something, it may suggest there is something you want in your waking life.  You may be feeling frustrating about achieving a goal.  Or you may feel that something or someone you care about is becoming more distant.  What are you chasing?

Celebrities

To dream that you are a celebrity, signifies your high aspirations that may be way beyond your reach at the present moment. You may just be setting yourself for a let-down. To dream that a friend or lover becomes a celebrity, denotes your fear of losing the friendship and loyalty of this person. To see a celebrity in your dream, represents your beliefs and understanding about him or her. Something in you waking life has triggered these similar beliefs and feelings. It is not uncommon that your obsession with a certain celebrity may carry over onto your dream world. Celebrities are often seen as heroes and all that is mighty. Also consider any puns within the name.

Chainsaw

To see a chain saw in your dream, indicates that something drastic is about to happen. Success will only come about through willpower. Alternatively, it suggests that you get right to the heart of the matter quickly. The chain saw may be seen as a phallic symbol and can refer to your sexual drives.

Cheating

To dream that you are cheating on your spouse, mate, or significant other, suggests feelings of self-guilt and self-betrayal. You may have compromised your beliefs or integrity and/or wasting your energy and time on fruitless endeavours. Alternatively, it reflects the intensity of your sexual passion and exploring areas of your sexuality. It is a reaffirmation of your commitment. To dream that your mate, spouse, or significant other is cheating on you, indicates your fears of being abandoned. You may feel a lack of attention in the relationship. Alternatively, you may feel that you are not measuring up to the expectations of others. This notion may stem from issues of trust or self-esteem.

Children

To see children in your dream, signifies your own childlike qualities or a retreat back to a childlike state. It is an extension of your inner child during a time of innocence, purity, simplicity, and a carefree attitude. You may be longing for the past and the chance to satisfy repressed desires and unfulfilled hopes. The loss of a child, signifies fallen hopes or a project. To save a child, signifies your attempts to save a part of yourself from being destroyed.

To see a child in your dream may represent a part of your personality or a symbol of your early childhood.  Is the child neglected, troubled or happy?  The child may represent growth, future or energy in future opportunities.  Or you may miss the uncomplicated joys of being a child and you are reluctant to grow up.

Choking

Choking is a physical event in sleep for many people who suffer from sleep apnea. The tongue relaxes against the airway in deep sleep, actually stopping normal breathing. However, people who suffer from apnea do not dream of choking more than others.

Choking may be a symbolic revulsion dream or a deprivation dream. Are you choking on food or being forcibly strangled? The source of the food or the food itself may be a symbol for a revulsion you feel in waking life. If you are choking on a hot dog, Dr. Freud will see you momentarily. If someone is choking you, why? It may be that either you threaten them or they are depriving you of what you need to be effective in the home, workplace, or other setting.

Church

Dreaming of a church is a good luck omen and especially so if you dream of the outside of the building, which shows luck in love and marriage. The inside of a church shows that you will have a few small problems that could turn out to be a blessing in disguise. Of course, you must study the dream as a whole, for other activities may change the interpretation so that the church itself has no meaning other then that of location.

Circles and Rings

Circles and rings are archetypal symbols. They can manifest themselves as circular rooms, the magic circles of shaman or other soothsayers, circus rings, or even circular driveways. While circles are usually positive dream symbols, it is important to note the characters that accompany them and the emotions that surround them.

Symbolizes inner unity, prefection, and immortality.  To dream of a circle may mean that you are seeking completeness and excellence. Has something in your life come full circle?  Is the circle your safe place, providing defense against a dangerous situation?  A circle can also represent boredom or frustration.

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.

May symbolize your self and different parts of your personality.  It can also reflect your social environment.  What is happening in the city?  It may represent a place of protection or a loss of individuality or a need of community.

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.

Climbing

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.

Walls and mountains to climb symbolise obstacles in life that you need to overcome. An easy climb will show success but climbing a precarious mountain ledge means that there is an uphill struggle ahead. A meteoric rise to fame is not as easily sustained as a gradual and well-planned rise to prominence. Be cautious and take one step at a time.

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. 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.

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.

1. Bright, fluffy clouds in a clear sky indicate aspirations that you can attain if you work at them. A lot of such clouds imply success and happiness in romance.
2. Dark, stormy clouds indicate trouble ahead. If the storm ends and you’re still safe, then you’ll get past the trouble with few if any complications. But if the storm gets out of control, action must be taken immediately in order to prevent misfortune.
3. Clouds obscuring the sun indicate circumstances in your life that you either don’t know how to deal with or that seem worse than they are. Either way, this symbol is an augur of everything coming out right in the end.

May indicate your emotion al state is tranquil and relaxed if the clouds are soft and fluffy.  If the clouds are stormy, it may signal frustration or depression.  Light breaking through the clouds may signifiy a “silver lining” – revealing a positive aspect in a bad situation.

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.

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.

Computer

The computer dream is one of personal understanding and as such should be viewed in conjunction with all the other signs in your dream. The computer can also represent discipline and coordination to the dreamer, if the dreamers job involves the use of a computer then dreaming of it would be telling you that you are too wound up in your work and need to back off on the heavy work schedule.

Computers enable you to do things faster and more easily with great creativity.  They can also eliminate much social interaction.  The computer can symbolize either an effective organization or perfectionism.  Is your focus more on things than on people?  Do you have project due?

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.

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

Cooking transforms raw ingredients and is an expression of creativity.  It can also represent personal change and development.

Couch

Dreaming about a couch can symbolize love and longing.

Court

There are two kinds of court to consider, one is the court of law, and the other is courtship. If you dream of being hauled up in court on charges this indicates that the dreamer may have circumstances in his/her life that may cause a certain amount of worry about the law, and it is telling the dreamer to change these things; like an early warning system. It is also a prediction of financial reverses that can be staved off if you do not waste time, and keep your nose to the grindstone. Dreaming of courting, or being courted, is very bad luck, especially for a woman, as the lover she has her heart set on will never propose.

Cow

The cow is a maternal symbol and a source of nuturing and renewal.  The cow is associated with the moon and the earth.  But the cow can also be associated as being dim-witted and unattractive.  What role does the cow in  your dream play?

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 colour of the crayon.

Crowds

Dreaming of actually being part of an orderly and purposeful crowd implies aspirations in tune with those around you and support and assistance in making all your dreams a reality. If you’re not actually involved with the crowd, however, you may feel as if you’re “on the outside looking in” with regard to what’s going on in your immediate circle. An angry, out-of-control mob implies turbulent emotions. You need to slow down, take a look at your feelings, and do what you can to make sense of them.

Crowns

A gold crown indicates public honors and/or acknowledgment for work well done. A wreath of flowers worn around the head implies happiness and success in romance. A laurel wreath indicates victory over problems in your life. A paper or plastic crown, however, indicates insincere compliments from people with agendas of their own.

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?

Crying

Did you wake up crying from a dream.  It may represent deep sadness, unresolved hurt or pain.  Dreaming about crying may be brining up unacknowledged feelings to the surface.  Maybe it is time to examine those hurts.