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Muladhara and Poppy Dreams

Friday, January 29th, 2010


Muladhara and Poppy Dreams

Muladhara and Poppy Dreams

Last night found me wedged in the womb of a sepal belonging to a poppy on the precipice of bloom.  With no option but to wait until her petals opened in a radiantly red unfolding – I made myself at home.

Slowflaky pollen clung to my eyelashes and sticky sweetness hung in my nostrils.  My skin was as paper, mimicking the delicately veined and whisper-thin poppy petals.    Cocooned in this petal-pod, there lived safety and security mixed with a sense of anticipation for the expansive moment of unveiling bloom.

And Muladhara was written all over the dream.  Muladhara is the root chakra, the home-base campfire resting at the bottom rung of the 7-chakra ladder. 

Its color is red. Not just any red, but a staggering, shockingly vibrant red.  Chakra colors speak volumes about the function and potential of each energy center.   While suspended in that poppy pod dream, the color red was positively electric.  Crimson is a fitting shade for the Muladhara because the symbolism is aflame with vitality. 

Some common symbolic attributes of the root chakra include:

  • Life
  • Energy
  • Passion
  • Instinct
  • Security
  • Survival
  • Thriving
  • Provision
  • Attraction
  • Physicality
  • Conception
  • Foundation
  • Reproduction

All the chakras resemble lotus blossoms, which ties in beautifully with the poppy of my dream.  This sprouts themes of blossoming, birthing, unfolding and opening out in energetic expressions.

Poppies are also sacred to Morpheus, the Greek god of dreams (I discuss this further here).

So how do all these dreamy bits add up to cohesive meaning?

I have a few ideas, and by sharing them, perhaps these messages might apply to your life experience too:

  • What instincts are tucked deep within you?
  • If beliefs were a reproductive system, what kind of seeds are you planting?
  • If your potential were a seed pod, what could you do to encourage blossoming?
  • If progress in life depended upon the condition of your soil (environment), how can you nourish & fertilize?
  • If life responded to pheromones (your attitudes/behaviors), what kind of fragrances are you currently emitting?

Just air-borne thoughts that may take seed in your contemplative growth.

Other petals for plucking….

Symbolic Meaning of the Poppy

Chakra Charts

Chakra Color Meanings

Flowers and their Meanings

Flower Color Meanings

Common Dream Meanings

Special thanks to Pear Biter on Flickr for the use of his Poppy photo above.

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Name Dropping Magical Peeps Part I

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010
Magical Peeps Who Inspire Me

Magical Peeps Who Inspire Me

I bet we can all agree the Internet is an uncommon organism whose existence has revolutionized countless facets of human interaction. 

The Internet has allowed me to connect with amazing folks all around the world.  Over the years, I’ve met phenomenally fabulous & magical peeps I might otherwise never known!

There is deep symbolism found in the these virtual realms, and maybe one day I’ll write about my observations. 

But, today, I’m name-dropping.  

Allow me to share a few bright gems I’ve met on the Internet….folks who shine so brightly with vibrant talent, radiant hearts and/or they’re just really wicked-awesome.  

Oh, and keep checking in, I’ll be pulling more bright lights outta my hat as time marches on like a mad hare.  And stay tuned for part deux in which I’ll share some incredibly artistic souls who have painted my world with luscious hues.

In the Realms of Psychism, Spirituality, Esoteric Arts, Human Potential (in no specific order):

Michele Knight rocks my world.  She’s an incredible psychic, sure, but that’s not why I love her.  I adore her because she is a unique soul, with a heart as big as the Internet itself.  We met on Twitter and jived instantly.  She flew me to the UK for 2 weeks to stay with her and we got on like a house on fire! She’s a soul sister and has been vital to my personal evolution.  If you don’t know her, you should!

Huna Caat has spent a staggering amount of time focused on helping both humankind and animalkind alike.  She’s got incredible gifts to offer, as you can see through her websites:

Robert Phoenix is a astrological mage, and I talk about the reasons I adore him in my post here.  Find out more about his astrological views on his website:

Kim Gould is a bright-souled dynamo.  She’s a Human Design expert, and she’ll rock your world. You can read my review of her services here (yes, she’s read for me, and I love her approach!).  Better yet – just go to her website & blog:

I’ve only just met Pamela McQuade, but I adore where she’s coming from – a place where spirituality is savvy, smart & sexy. Learn more about Pamela on her website:

Another new friendship made is with the Fabulous Mr. Robert Mendoza.  He totally seized me by my snarglies for his candor, vision and mesmerizing energy.  Let Robert enchant you too:

Dr. Liara Covert and I have been crossing paths in the blogosphere for a couple years (I think, tempus fugit – there’s no way 4 me to figure out time spans these days). Anyhoo, she is a dream expert with phenomenal insights to share.  Check it:

Greg Kaminsky is a virtual treasure trove of esoteric wonder.  If you want non-fluff, substantial information of hermetic, theological, esoteric, occult sciences, he’s your gentleman guide:

I first fell utterly in love with Colette Baron-Reid through her music.  It was sheer delight to discover she had a grand heart to match her musical talent.  What’s more, she’s stunningly accurate Intuitive!  You’ve probably heard of her, she’s internationally renowned for her intuitive gifts.  Do yourself a favor, and tune into her radio show every Thursday – it will be the highlight of your week!

There are some people whose vision sparkles at such a high vibe, you can’t help but get caught up in their brilliance!  This is how I felt when I met Carrie Anne & Scott, the masterminds behind Token Rock.  I love the mission and vision behind Token Rock so much, I post a lot of thoughts there via a blog they provided me (and you can too – just check out their journaling features on the website!).  I know you are going to swoon over the amazing information Carrie Anne & Scott have provided.  See why they’ve been nominated for the prestigious Webby award!:

Sarah Nash is one of those ebullient souls who has style, class AND a fabulous view on spirituality.  She’s got a heart of gold too. Check out her site:

Mark Husson is a pioneer in Jungian astrology.  His humor is killer, to be sure, but he backs it up with a strong backbone of expertise.  Empathy, wit, instinct and knowledge make Mark a genuine authority, and a world-class individual.

Declan Lestat is a fresh acquaintance, but I’m certain he’s an old soul with whom I’ve shared conversation over a cuppa java in parallel dims.  Maybe you will get the same vibe from him too.  Sleek, intelligent with just the right mix of cheek…Declan offers no-nonsense self-help.

Slade Roberson and I have been dancing around in the blogosphere for awhile now, and I’m never disappointed with the quality, charisma and compassion expressed through his blog.  Seriously folks, Slade has mountains of wisdom to offer, start benefiting from his perspectives today:

Okay folks, these are a few peeps I have come to adore in the virtual psyche/spiritual realms. 

I know the list will grow (and I may have forgotten a few this first pass), so come back to see how the circle widens!

And, stay tuned for my next post, in which I share peeps I’ve met in the realms of art & media who have totally electrified & inspired me over the years!

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Deserts of Misconception

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009


Deserts of Misconception

Deserts of Misconception

Last night, I was a dust-encrusted cowboy riding my horse in the desert. 

My tongue was a dry stone.  My eyes were gritty pits.  Every inch of me made friction noises because my skin was sand paper. 
 
And I was riding, slowly, aimlessly, exhausted…everything a blur.
 
And the desert winds blew a question in my sand-stuft ears.  And although muffled, the question was no less demanding.
 
The inquiry penetrated my granular coma.  The question made me slip off my saddle. 

But instead of landing in a dry heap upon the blistering desert sands, I splashed in cool, calm Waters – transported – transformed – revived – renewed – refreshed.
 
Isn’t that a great dream? 

The desert was amazing.  Even in its killing power, it was an incredible place to be.  And my horse was equisite (I thought – in my “lucid” mind – I wonder if I can go back to the desert for a moment and bring my horse back to this Oasis!).

You know me – I’m all about the symbolism, and this dream delivers that in spades.

In my experience, this was the “Desert of Misconception” and we’ve all been a nomad in these desolate lands from time-to-time.

My dream is a replay of some very archetypal images – a theme of pilgrimage & exodus.  A phase of life in which we endure the lean weeks, months…maybe even years with sometimes only faint whispers of hope to keep us moving forward.

We’ve all been in that barren land in which our perception is bleak, and we strive to move past unsavory appearances.  It’s why I call it the Desert of Misconception because in spiritual reality – we exist only in Oasis. 

Happily, each of us has been called out of the desert too.  Maybe we haven’t heeded the call – but the Voice has beckoned us.  I guarantee it.

We are obligated to keep ourselves keen to the Call that shakes us out of our saddle and splashes us smack-center in the Oasis of Life.

Even if our ears are stuffed with sand – the Call of the Divine has the power to pierce all obstructions. 

Listen.  There is more to hear than the soft shuffling of horseshoes in the sands.

Other Topics that may perk your ears……

Common Dream Meanings

Symbolism of the Horse

Six Simple Steps to Understanding Dreams

Thanks to SlopJob on Flickr for the Photo!

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The Pinecone, The Pineal Gland and An Illuminating Meditation

Friday, December 18th, 2009



The Pinecone: A Symbol Of Illumination

The Pinecone: A Symbol Of Illumination

I love how the most unassuming bits from Nature represent very big meanings when we take the time to dig into their symbolic potential.

What’s so special about the pinecone that it could possibly be a sign of illumination?

…Ever heard of the pineal gland?  It gets its name because it looks very much like the pinecone.   But their visual likenesses aren’t what intrigue me.

The pineal gland is a remarkable feature of the human experience.  Nestled in the brain between the two hemispheres, it is a source of endless intrigue in the realm of mysticism.  Indeed, it’s known by pseudonyms such as the “third eye” the “dream center” and the “mystic seed.” 

From a purely biological perspective, the pineal gland is integral to the production of melatonin, which is a hormone that facilitates homeostasis of wake-sleep patterns.  In short, it regulates the natural rhythms of sleep according to our environment.

The pineal gland registers our exposure to daylight, and, regulates production of its sleep inducing elixirs according to its findings.  Less light means more melatonin.  More light means less melatonin.  It’s an ancient human thing – less light meant winter was encroaching and although humans didn’t hibernate – more sleep was an ideal way of conserving energy during lean winter months. 

Mystics have also suspected the pineal gland is a receptor of Spiritual Light too – with the ability to open up to mystical awareness upon the presence of an ascended master and during periods of enlightened consciousness.

So what’s this got to do with the pinecone?

I find it fascinating that not only do the pinecone and pineal gland share similarities in appearance, but they are also both keenly affected by Light. 

The pinecone, like the pineal gland, is extremely affected by Light, and takes action according to what it senses.  Cones will open themselves up to the sun’s rays, and close up during cloudy or stormy days.  It has to do with continuation of the seed-line.  Sunny days offer more arid conditions and the tiny seedlings nestled in the scales of the pinecone can become airborne more easily.  Damp or rainy days are crumby conditions for seed spreading, so the pinecone just closes up shop during these weather conditions.

That action is symbolic in itself (like: Opening up spiritual awareness in order to sow seeds of limitless potential and continuation of Soul Growth) …. but to keep with our comparison, we can now draw corollaries between pineal gland and pinecone in terms of gauging Light, seeking Light, and becoming activated in the Light.

We could say, pinecones are the external reflection of the “mystic seed” (the pineal gland).  From this perspective, all these pinecones we see this time of year bring on a whole new meaning. 

What if every time we saw a pinecone during this holiday season we

*stop*

*engage our inner domains*

*and purposefully widen  our inner Vision*

That’s what I do when I see pinecones.  I consciously “stop, drop, and roll” into my inner realms with intent to broaden my mystical view.  I tell you, it is revolutionary and worth a try if you’re game for a mind-blowing experience. 

You can also try meditating with the pinecone as a more organized approach to stimulating the pineal “dream center.”  Here are some meditative tips:

  • Find a pinecone and place it before you in preparation for your meditation
  • Light a candle while setting your focus upon expanding your consciousness
  • Cast your physical and spiritual eyes upon the pinecone and observe it in the candlelight
  • Envision the pinecone opening itself to the Light and warmth of the candlelight
  • As you continue this solemn, calm perception, begin to see that pinecone within your mind
  • Nestled warmly, snuggly between the two halves of your brain, get a clear visual of that pinecone within your mind’s eye
  • Now visualize your inner pinecone opening gently to take in nourishment from Divine light
  • See your pineal gland (pinecone) radiating and stimulated from the calming light of the cosmos
  • Continue to enhance this meditative experience according to your own impulses and requirements. 
  • When you’re ready, conclude your meditation by centering yourself back into  your common reality – resurface & reaffirm your bodily presence.

The idea is to tap into the pinecone and transfer its visual/symbolic qualities to the pituitary gland with a goal to expand, illuminate and ascend.

I’ve had phenomenal results with this meditation.  Namely, this exercise has catapulted me to insanely blissful and utterly unreal realms where I was transformed in truly ballistic ways. 

Just work with the pinecone as an extension of your pineal “third eye” and see what happens.  Let me know what kind of experiences you have!

Other topics that might hone your cones (ha ha):

Christmas Symbols and Meanings

Fir Tree Symbolism

Nature Symbolism

Cups Four in Tarot  (thoughts on how it relates to the pineal gland)

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Grasslands of Dreams: Meanings Behind Dreaming of Grass

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009


Dreaming of Grass

Dreaming of Grass

Tags: Nature | EcoIntuition | Dream Meanings
 

Dreams pave the way to our most profound knowing.  Lately, I’ve been dreaming of grass.  My meditations have been of a grassy nature too.  I thought it would be nice to share a few thoughts on the symbolic meaning of dreaming of grass.

Some observations:

Green Green Grass of Home:
Grass is green (at least, most of it is).  This puts my dreaming mind in the Anahata chakra - the heart chakra, as this energy center swims in veridian waves.  The heart chakra governs health, healing and high-hearted aspects like inclusion, connection, empathy and love.  The heart is the engine of the body, and the Greeks felt the heart fueled our spirits with emotional power and inspiration.  So, dreaming of grass can suggest our attention be directed to the function of the heart – emotionally and physically.  Innumerable cultures believe the heart is the home of the soul too.  So dreaming of grass can be a call to return to our homes – a call to return our attention to our soul-center.

Get a Grip:
Grass is symbolic of a vast system of inter-connectivity.  If you’ve ever observed the root system of a patch of grass, you have the perfect illustration of connection.  There is no separation.  Dreaming of grass is a message of connection with community or even re-connecting with our personal roots (history, emotional centered-ness).  Furthermore, grass has been utilized by savvy agriculturalists as a means to prevent soil erosion.  The grass serves as a matrix that grips the soil and keeps it in place during times of flooding.   There is symbolism in this.  Dreaming of grass could be a message for us to get a grip on our foundational beliefs – don’t get washed away in the floods of life.

Grass Roots:
This brings me to my final symbolic observation about dreaming of grass – grass roots.  Grassy dreams are often a message for us to get to the root of issues that are in our fore-thoughts.  If something is causing us stress, it’s time to get to the root of it.  However, in dreamy grasslands, we see the roots are all interconnected – so we may have to do some digging.  In other worlds finding one root of a problem may lead us to several other issues.  In this case, it’s important to honor the process of working through our perspectives and beliefs about troubling matters.  Be patient, and nourish yourself as you get to the root-heart of various matters of conflict.

Grass is a vast ecosystem in itself, and as such, it is symbolic of nourishment.  When analyzing your own dreams, be mindful to feed yourself compassionately – it’s the only way to insure a properly rooted foundation in your interpretations.

I hope you have enjoyed these thoughts on potential meaning of dreaming of grass.  Here are a few other links that may hold interest:

Nature Symbols

EcoIntuition

Shamrock Meanings

Dream Meanings (common)

Chakra Color Meanings

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Dreaming of Tattoos

Friday, September 4th, 2009


Dreaming of Tattoos

Dreaming of Tattoos

 

My friend Sue Samuels called this morning and asked about the symbolic meaning of dreaming of tattoos.  I found this synchronistic as I’ve been feverishly working on  my new tattoo site, so I was completely engaged in her question.

Although unsure about what everybody else says, I’m certainly clear on my brand of understanding about dreaming of tattoos.  Here is a quick list of concepts conveyed in dream tattoos with an explanation of my conclusions to follow:

 

  • Ritual
  • Devotion
  • Lineage
  • Initiation
  • Permanence
  • Heritage
  • Ancient connection
  • Historical reference
  • Drawing attention
  • Creative expression
  • Commitment
  • Alteration
  • Metamorphosis

How am I coming up with all these symbolic meanings for dreaming of tattoos?

Some are self-explanatory.  Tattoos are permanent, and so when we’re dreaming of them it conveys a sense of unaltered choice.  To use the adage “the dye is cast” is appropriate.  Dream tattoos speak about irreversible choices we make in our lives that affect us on deeply personal levels for the rest of our days.

Concepts like “drawing attention” and “creative expression” are pretty obvious too.  When we dream of tattoos, our inner voice is telling us to express ourselves more outwardly – share our gifts and talents with the world.

Symbolic meanings of “alteration” and “metamorphosis” connect with tattoos being a form of changing our appearance.  Body  modification is personal transformation taken to the extreme(with internal/spiritual consequences too), and so when we dream of tattoos it’s a reference to major changes.

Now to my favorite parts of this topic.  Dream tattoos can pertain to heritage, lineage and archetypal identity because our collective consciousness is fully aware of the historical human practice and purpose of tattooing.  As humans we all share ancient memories and common lineage (there is only one ethnicity: “Human”). 

Our subconscious has access to all this hereditary memory.  Ergo, when we dream of tattoos (specifically dreaming of tattooing in progress), we are experiencing a sacred process our ancestors practiced for eons.

From an ancient perspective, tattoos are ritual.  They galvanize the human saga.  They mark initiation.  They concretize identity.  More specifically, our ancestors used tattoos to commemorate rites of passage (coming of age, marriage, battle victories, etc).  They also used tattoos to document historical importance’s within the tribe.  In this instance, the skin is a scroll upon which the history of the family clan is recorded.

So, dreaming of tattoos in this sense is a message that we are infinitely connected with our ancient heritage.  It holds meaning of tribal awareness, and our infinite link with the sacred nature of the human saga.

I hope you have enjoyed these thoughts on the symbolic meaning of dreaming of tattoos.   Get more information on tattoo meanings by visiting the new website I just started this summer:  www.Tattoo-Symbolism.com

You might also be interested in my articles on Dream Meanings:

PS: For inquiring minds, the tattoo image on this post is mine, done by my dear friend, Johnny Rotten of Rotten Ink Tattoos.

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Dreams An Illustrated Guide by Adam Fronteras (book review)

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Dreams: An Illustrated Guide by Adam Fronters

Dreams: An Illustrated Guide by Adam Fronteras

I’ve had the utter pleasure of owning and reviewing a book on dream interpretation entitled: Dreams – An Illustrated Guide by Adam Fronteras, edited by Rashid Ahmad.

From the outset, this book is wholly enchanting because of its presentation.  Bound in a lovely cover with a page-placement jacket design – you can mark your place easily as you journey through your dreams.

Dreams – An Illustrated Guide is indeed every bit a guide.  I highly recommend taking this book with you on all your dreamy transits.  Reading the book from front-to-back as a novel will prove to be engaging as well as enlightening.  

Alternatively, if straight-though isn’t your style, Dreams is a perfect reference guide to assist with dream interpretation.  Keep this book by your bed stand and refer to it upon waking.  Look up specific symbols in your dreams in the book and you will receive outstanding insight.

It’s clear Mr. Fronteras has done his research in compiling this vast array of dream symbolic meanings.  All the common dream symbols are covered in the book, and the explanations are clear, accurate and germane to the deeper psyche.

I’ve used this guide on many occasions of the last few weeks.  I kept it by my bedside and consulted the dream interpretations offered in the book after each dream sequence.  Each time I was pleased with the interpretations offered by Mr. Fronteras. 

As a matter of fact, the dream interpretations in the book spoke to me on an archetypal level.  I felt connections being made between my ancient perspectives and my psyche.  This kind of connection is a gift that few people are able to give.  That gift is extended graciously in Dreams – An Illustrated Guide.

Part of the books power comes from the selection of images chosen.  You can tell a great deal of thought has been invested in the imagery used in this book.  I loved the vibrancy of the pictures, and these special images enhanced my interpretations too.

The book is extremely organized.  This isn’t a banal dictionary of dream meanings spewed in alphabetical order.  Rather, this is a thorough guide ordered in essential sections.  Each section offers a host of dream meanings.  Here are a few of the many areas of dream interpretations offered in the Guide:  Animals,  Environment, Relationships, House & Home, Cycles of life, Space and more.

The Guide also offers case studies and real examples of dream interpretations.  The introduction of the book is equally enlightening as it explains the purpose of our dreams and how to harness dream power for personal development.

It should be clear I highly recommend Dreams – An Illustrated Guide for both experienced and novice dream weaver.  If you are looking for dream meanings book that has depth, substance and profound power in tapping into the dreaming realms – this book is for you.

Get your copy here:  Dreams – An Illustrated Guide by Adam Fronteras.

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Symbolic Angel Meanings

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009



Symbolic Angel Meanings

Symbolic Angel Meanings

Symbolic angel meanings deal with:

  • Messages
  • Divine awareness
  • Purity
  • Love
  • Faith
  • Courage
  • Compassion
  • Perseverance
  • Interrelating
  • Renewal
  • Protection
  • Illumination

At their most basic, angels are symbolic of communication between higher energies and lower energies.  Or, communication between “god” and “man” if you like.

Of course, our current energetic environment is shifting so rapidly these days, you can just about insert any term where I’ve referenced quotes.  Angels can be an energetic channel facilitating communication between you and your  own idea of the divine.  Angels can be the laison between heaven and earth too.  In this light, angels are like a super highway connecting information from higher realms and lower realms – they carry concepts, thoughts and ideas to be dispersed throughout countless dimensions of experience.

The Angiris in Hinduism are considered in this fashion – as messengers between man and the holy-divine energies.  This is because, it was thought (Hindu and otherwise) most men could not purify themselves to the extent required to converse with gods.  Although this is a valid point, and I’m not one to argue with ancient wisdom – I don’t tend to believe we need intermediaries to commune with the divine.

But, I do think humans need to undergo energetic metamorphosis in order to effectively communicate with the divine.  And, I think angels can offer us assistance in that metamorphosis.  Angels resonate at mind-blowingly high frequencies.  By touching in with angels, we can get a piggy back on their unique brand of high, fine energy.  In this respect, yes, angels can certainly facilitate conversations with “god.”

There are various kinds of angels, and symbolic angel meanings will vary according to kind:

  • Cherubim:
    These are throne-bearers for the faithful.  Cherubim are also deemed “the ones who pray.”  They keep constant vigil upon souls in need of strength, faith and renewal.  These types of angels represent purity of heart and innocence.  They invoke a simple, childlike faith and will remind us of the beauty in the small and tender.
  • Seraphim:
    These angels are considered to be the light-burners, and will be watchful over the true of heart.  These angels are the watchtowers of faith.  They keep their focus attuned to the faithful, vigilant and determined souls who hunger for the truth of enlightenment.  These angels will also stir the pools of energetic faith within the soul.  They are like kindling for the fires of faith.  They provide fuel on our spiritual path.
  • Archangels:
    Among the highest ranking angels, these are the most commonly known angels.  Symbolic angel meanings for this angelic clan deal with strength, protection, guardianship.  These angels will represent themselves as indomitable, warrior spirits.  These angels are also the best known oracles.  Archangels will be very persistent and loquacious in communicating their thoughts to humankind, as typically their messages are incredibly profound. 

Symbols associated with various angels include:

  • Swords : Conveying protection, leadership, unified focus, purity in thought, valor
  • Scrolls : Symbolic of messages, oracles, divine communication, sacred knowledge
  • Flame/Torch : Conveys the inner light of the soul – always lit, always fueled by faith
  • Wings : Symbolic of the higher evolution of the soul, higher realms of existence, ascension, spiritual mobility
  • Hearts : Conveys health, healing, love, devotion and compassion

I hope you have enjoyed these thoughts on symbolic angel meanings.

For more information, check out these other pages of interest:

Angel Meanings in the Tarot

Symbolic Angel Tattoo Meanings

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Dreaming of Storms: Symbolic Meaning and Thoughts

Friday, June 26th, 2009
 

 

Dreaming of Storms: Symbolic Meaning of Stormy Dreams

Dreaming of Storms: Symbolic Meaning of Stormy Dreams

Dreaming of storms can offer a treasure trove of symbolic meaning.  

I had torrential downpours in my dreams this week.  And, whilst logging onto Twitter this morning, I saw  @coachoncall ,  Cheryl Richardson (The Coach on Call) had a thunderous dream encounter too. 

This synchronicity prompted me to write a few thoughts on symbolic meaning of dream storms.

My symbolic lexicon identifies storms with the elements of air and water.  These elements run a symbolic parallel with thoughts (air) and emotion (water) amidst the cosmic consciousness. Ergo, dreaming of skies, clouds and storms may be akin to “stormy thoughts” or emotionally-centered thinking.

Storms brewing in dreams may indicate challenges in expressing thoughts, mis-communication, misunderstanding, or conflict between heart and mind.  This may include an inability to make a decision or holding grudges (just as clouds accumulate and hold water, so too can thought & emotion).

Rain storms are symbolic of water, and water symbolism deals with cleansing and emotional stirrings.  Stormy dreams may indicate an accumulation of unhealthy or unclear thoughts needing to be washed away from the psyche in order to continue on the Path.

Lightning is symbolic of a stroke of genius, clarity, or epiphany.  It is also symbolic of action, power, and assertion.  Many dream interpreters consider it to be a divine oracle as Native Peoples have established lightning as a “sign from the gods” in cosmic consciousness.

Dreaming of thunder also holds the potential for messages from the divine.  When thunder rumbles through  my dreams, I fancy it’s the Celtic god Taranis hammering at my heart – knocking down the layers I’ve built up around the soul – demanding entry so that my spirit may be emboldened by his presence.

Further, when I dream of rain or any kind of storms I consider the personality of the element.  I propose Undines and Sylphs are not simply mythological creatures, but in fact, they are the personification of water and air (respectively). 

When stormy weather visits the dreaming mind – I like to think these elemental spirits are paying me a visit – speaking to me through the language of dreams.

Whether you prescribe to these symbolic meanings of storms in dreams, or have your own symbolic identifications – you owe it to your highest selves to interpret them according to your own personal perspective. 

There is infinite gold to be mined from these cavernous oracles.  Start digging!

Other pages of interest:

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Dream Meaning and Self-Communicating

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

Tags: Dreams | Personal Observations


Dream Meaning and Self-Communication

Dream Meaning and Self-Communication


I get a lot of requests to interpret dream meaning and symbolism. Of course, I always have impressions to share, but I continue to stand firmly in the knowledge that dreams are personal oracles.

What do I mean by that? I mean your dream is a message for you and only you. Dreams are a form of self-communication. Dreams arise when certain aspects of yourself are reaching out to contact other aspects of yourself.  That sounds redundant, but it’s not, really.

I contend humans are a sum of many, many parts (aspects, personalities, motives, heritages, etc), and dreams are a means of communication amongst these parts. 

For example, a deep-rooted aspect of myself that moves from a place of insecurity may send a prophetic dream to a higher, more sure-footed aspect of myself whose job it is to interpret the dream. The dream meaning in this context holds a key to soothing or healing that insecure aspect.

If this sounds confusing, don’t let it.   Here’s an analogy:

We are each an ocean. Our waters rise and fall in cyclical rhythms that are at once natural and mystical. And, within our waters stirs ancient life in infinite varietes.  Some of this life we know intimately.  Others lurk more deeply, and our knowledge of these life forms is slight.

Dreams churn our energetic waters, move the silt, and bring deeper aspects in contact with more familiar waters. This allows us to pick up new treasures and discoveries (in the form of personalities, tendencies and behaviors) that have surfaced in awareness.

Should we fear the unknowns in our watery depths? Not at all.

There is nothing in the grand body that does not know itself. There is nothing within the totality of the ocean that is excluded – all is known – all is accepted.

Making an effort to contemplate various dream meaning is a form of self-acceptance as well as self-communication.

In the end, we must swim in ourselves, and do so playfully – as a child would splash in the waters of the sea, fearless, unabashed and exilerated by the experience.  

Better yet, be adventursome in the pursuit of determining your own dream meanings.  There’s something empowering and alluring about self-discovery. 

Go exploring.  Approach your energetic waters like a saucy pirate lustily stroking the crest of a wave as if it were a lover by your side.

I digress…

Succinctly put, dreaming meaning and self-communication boils down to the grand tennet:

“Temet Nosce.”  Know Thyself.

Sleepwalk through my other pages on dream meaning:

Common Dream Symbols and their Meanings

Common Dream Animals and their Meanings

Dreaming in Colors and their Meanings

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Dream Birds

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

Tags: Bird Totems | Dream Animals

A brief video discussing birds in dreams and potential meanings.  More information on this subject provided in the link below.

 

More bird dream symbolism can be found here.

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Dream Interpretation: Houses, Storms, Lightning in Dreams

Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

Dream symbolism of lightningLast month I was asked for a dream interpretation involving dream symbols of houses, storms and lightening. 

The dream is as follows:

“In the dream i am with a lady friend and we are walking down a road near the home where i use to live.  In the distance i see a terrifying storm cloud gather. I grab her hand and run towards to my old house. As I run to the house for protection, my lady friend goes to go in house next door and a lightning bolt just misses her, she is ok,then the storm quickly vanishes.I find this a very deep dream,would you be able to interpretate this for me?”

My response:

I can give you some impressions and thoughts on your dream, but ultimately only you can interpret the dream.

Dreams are messages from our own consciousness, and they dance within the context of our own lives – therefore it’s impossible for anyone but you to be able to glean the full, true meaning of the dream.

I’ll give you some ideas about the symbols in your dreams.  After thinking and meditating upon these symbols, I’m sure you will be able to formulate some answers from you psyche.

Let’s take your dream bit by bit, delving deep into each symbol.

You and your lady are on a a road.  Roads in dreams are symbolic of direction, navigation, purpose, goals, and destinations.

When we are moving in an easterly direction in dreams it is symbolic of communications, new beginnings and matters of the spirit, as we symbolically see the sun rising in the east.

Dreaming of houses deals with the body, as well as a desire for security and safety. The condition of the house in your dream represents how you truly feel about your current situation. If the house is in ill-repair or disarray, you need to take a close look at your health. If you are building a House, you should expect visits from old friends and you’ll make new friends. A picture-perfect house means you are ready to settle down into a more stable situation. In your case, a familiar house indicates a need to get back to your roots, surround yourself with comfort, create an environment of stability, as well as people and situations that make you feel safe/taken care of.

Interpreting storms in dreams gets tricky.  My symbolic lexicon identifies thoughts with sky and clouds as the element of air runs a symbolic parallel with thoughts and the cosmic consciousness.

That a storm is brewing in your dreams may indicate challenges, problems, mis-communication, misunderstanding, or conflict within the mind.  This may include an inability to make a decision or holding grudges (just as clouds accumulate, so too do thoughts).

Rain storms are symbolic of water, and water symbolism deals with cleansing and emotional stirrings.  The dream may indicate an accumulation of unclear thoughts need to be washed away from your psyche in order to continue on your path.

Lightning is symbolic of a stroke of genius, clarity, or ephiphany.  It is also symbolic of action, power, and masculinity.  Many dream interpreters consider it to be a spiritual oracle as native peoples have established lightning as a “sign from the gods” in cosmic consciousness.

I believe if you think about all of these dream symbols, and really invest the time to gather your own personal understanding of them and how they relate to your life experience, I know you will find profound meaning in your dream.

Dreams are windows into another world of knowledge.  When we take the time to meditate upon the meanings of our dreams in relation to our lives, we are looking into a bigger picture that provides us with incredible insight.

Other pages of interest:

Symbolic Meaning of Water

Dream Symbols

Nature Symbols

Symbols and Signs

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