In western (Judeo-Christian-Islamic) traditions, snake is generally a symbol of evil or Satan – an enemy of mankind. This also holds for dreaming of a snake, though dream interpretations vary according to the actual dreaming sequence or the dreamer’s role in relation to the snake. Watching a snake chasing you would mean an enemy machinating against you, in real life, possibly for inflicting bodily harm. Many snakes together, in a group or pit, indicate bad luck in professional and/or personal life. Similarly, if a dreamer sees him/herself killing a threatening snake, it points to victory or dominance over the enemy or adversary in real life.

Dream meanings change, often extending to personal characteristics, in eastern cultures. In Chinese traditions, those born in the year of the snake are considered wise, usually owning hidden wisdom, and having a snake in dream may be symbolic of wisdom. A snake bite in a dream, accordingly, means injection of wisdom – a good sign for the dreamer. At the same time, this newly acquired wisdom is also considered as a means of potential transformation. Since snakes are known for shedding their skin (slough) and assuming a new appearance, snake bite in a dream translates into transformation of one’s self out of the old, worn out, or dysfunctional aspects of one’s personality.

Eastern thought and traditions, mainly the Indian and Chinese, have been preoccupied with cosmic energy that flows through the universe manifesting in humans as psychic energy. A significant part of this psychic energy is subconscious and needs to be called into action to unlock one’s true potential. This is just what snakes stand for in dream interpretations in eastern traditions. Seeing a snake is a call for stirring your hidden psychic energies to control your destiny. If, in a dream, a snake is seen sloughing, the dream is a clear call for shaking your inactive/paralyzed energies out of dormancy.

The symbolic worth of snake also applies to one’s sexual life. As snake trying to get into physical proximity in a non-threatening manner in dream is usually interpreted as the sexual interest of the dreamer. If one feels repulsion by such a scene in the dream, the dream is taken as indicative of sexual dissatisfaction. A snake biting the dreamer and then withering or dying may signify male orgasm.

The element of fear and anxiety is also widely associated with snakes. Like in real life, snakes in dreams symbolize a threat, worry, or problem that is haunting one’s peace. The appearance of snake in dreams, especially if it happens repetitively, therefore always carries an important message – that you have an important issue to take care of in your life.

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That’s one thing I like about dreaming. If you take a look and study how experts conclude the dreaming process, it’s always on the bright and positive side of things. If it is viewed as an omen or portent of bad things to come, it is deemed to be taken as a warning so that the dreamer can prepare for it, if not avoid the threatening danger. Because of these, dreams eventually are valued and appreciated, never shunned.

In Chinese tradition, dreams are viewed as same. In fact, they’re used to diagnose a bad organ inside the body but unlike typical dream interpretation, it doesn’t use symbols but instead takes note of the emotions felt during the dreams. It will also help if your dream is a recurring one just so you know it’s not only a product of your subconscious mind. Here are some basic interpretations for dreams in traditional Chinese medicine:

·    Anger. This very negative feeling is brought about by hardening of the liver or gallstones can be forming right at that very moment.
·    Sadness. When you feel sad and lonely, better have your heart and lungs checked.
·    Fear. Fearful dreams usually represent anxiety but it can also warn you about your current heart and liver status.
·    Happiness. Feeling happy, contented and fulfilled in your dreams are representations that your body is not under stress in any way.
·    Striving hard. It means your body is not properly digesting the food you eat hence indigestion.

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The most common form of horoscope we know today is the one which relies on the sun’s placement in accordance to one’s birthdate. Through which, the astrologer’s predictions are generally based on “star signs” for a certain group of people, or at least the closest estimation of which. In general, there are twelve sets which people are grouped together according to their birthdates. These twelve sets correspond to the twelve Zodiac signs we’re all familiar of. Naturally, every person belongs to one sign but there are some who were born in between signs hence they are considered in cusp. When you’re in a cusp, you enjoy a little bit of both signs or so it seems.

Short horoscopes are commonly found in newspapers, magazines and even the internet because of its popularity but they are not to be taken seriously because they are much generalized for the reading public. In order for astrology to work–or closely predict the future–there are a number of factors that should be considered like the exact hour the person was born, year and the exact birthdate. These are not taken into consideration with your common horoscope found in prints. If you are interested in knowing your horoscope to the fullest extent, it is best to consult a professional astrologer.

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Alligator- alligators are said to be symbols of treachery, deceit and hidden instincts.  However alligators can also mean healing powers and qualities.

Apes symbolize deception, mischievousness and falsehood.  Apes also symbolize our wild inner sexual natures.

Bats have several different interpretations.  Some believe that bats are bad omens.  A bat can mean lack of cleanliness, demons and annoyances.  A white bat means that a family member is going to die while a black bat signifies personal disaster.  The Chinese however believe that dreaming of 5 bats is good luck.  They feel that 5 bats mean good health, longevity, good fortune, prosperity and happiness.

A crocodile signifies hidden strength and power.  To dream about crocodiles means that you have to beware of people who want to bad advice and sway you into making bad decisions.

A dragon can mean your passion.  People who dream about dragons are said to be easily carried away by their passion and so they have to exercise self control.  If you dream about a fire breathing dragon then dream interpreters say that you are using anger to get your own way.  The Chinese see the dragon as a symbol of good luck and fortune.

Elephants in your dreams mean that you need to be patient with somebody.  Dream interpreters also ask the dreamer to examine their personality as the elephant’s introverted personality can be reflective of their own.  Elephants also signify hidden strength and power.

The horse symbolizes strong physical energy.  The horse is the symbol for virility, sensuality and sexual prowess.  This is why people who dream of riding horses are advised to examine their sex lives or lack of one.   To dream of a dead horse might mean that you will need to reexamine your relationship with another person.

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The practice of interpreting healing dreams is not limited to the Ancient Greeks.  The Chinese and the Hindus also believe that dreams contain messages regarding our health.  The Chinese have identified certain symbols in dreams which they say identify which part of the body needs healing.   A bad dream generally means serious diseases or illnesses and normal dreams connote good health or recovery.

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There have been accounts of people who have had Epic dreams.  They say that when they experienced this dream it was just too “psychedelic for words”.  Indeed epic dreams are hard to define but dream psychologists advice the dreamer to take note of the elements of these dreams as they can have hidden meanings which can be interpreted.

Epic dreams are also sometimes related to Prophetic dreams.  Experts believe that sometimes meanings about the future are also found in epic dreams and are related to Prophetic dreams. They may foretell good fortune or success to the dreamer.  Interpretation of the symbolisms in these kind of dreams vary from culture to culture.  The ancient Tibetans for example believed while dreaming of an ox in an epic dream symbolizes future ill health while the Chinese believe that this is a sign on prosperity.

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