You dream of a candle

Candles are usually associated with death and dying, as this was used to light up funerals in the past. But in your dreams, it can mean the exact opposite–life. Yes, it means that you can bring ideas to life through that creative spark. When we light a candle, we take part in creating and enhancing fire, a very versatile tool that can be used to cook or transform metals. It can mean that you are excited about a particular change in your life. Perhaps you will soon start an online class on how to become a better manager, or will participate in a cooking class. Whatever it is, you need to keep the candle lit by being enthusiastic because a candle that’s been snuffed can mean the end.

You dream of a malfunctioning machine

If the printer in the office does not work, you would be frustrated too. Printers are pretty standard in any office, so if something ordinary malfunctions in a dream, then it means that in your waking life, things are also breaking down. It can be the breakdown in communication with someone you love and depend on. Maybe there was disagreement over who refills the car’s gas, or who takes the baby to daycare. It can also be because of a misunderstanding at work between you and a coworker or your boss. But whatever it is, you will need to work out a solution. Any breakdown in communication can be solved anyway. All it takes is an effort from both parties to start talking and addressing the situation.

You dream of zombies

A zombie apocalypse is the last thing anyone wants, especially with the pandemic still unsolved. If you dream of zombies, it means that your past is hunting you. Zombies are representations of the dead coming back to life and being worried about past mistakes, or skeletons in the closet. Being haunted by zombies in your dreams represent your past catching up on you. You may have unresolved conflicts that you need to solve. Perhaps you made use of your investment money for something else. Or it can represent the anxieties you have in life. Whatever the cause is, you have to reflect on it and try to figure out what can be done to come to terms with any mistakes you have made in the past.

You dream of a closet or cabinet

Our secret stash of magazines or chocolates is usually hidden in our closets in the room. If you dream of exploring closets or cabinets, it can mean that you are hiding something or are afraid of something. If your closet is full of items, it can mean that you are overwhelmed by many things. This is the brain’s way of warning you to focus on one thing at a time. It can also represent the things that you are trying to avoid. Note that avoidance may make you forget the problems temporarily, but it will not solve the problem entirely. You have to work at decluttering your mind and figuring out what it is that needs attention. You have to give yourself credit for the good things you have done right.

You dream of meeting an old acquaintance

Meeting with friends is good for our mental health. They give us the happiness that no one else can. They make us feel appreciated. If you dream that you are meeting an old friend, it means that you are getting in touch with a part of yourself that you have lost touch with. The brain is telling you to remember that quality or personality trait you have forgotten about so you can get reacquainted with it. You need some degree of effort to remember what has been forgotten, but look at old pictures, ask your friends and your old friends about your best qualities. What you are now is the best starting point to finding out what else you can do to unleash your full potential.

You dream that you are stuck in mud or concrete

Dreaming that you are stuck in concrete or mud means that you are afraid to change or move forward. We usually worry about many things, and we get anxious about change. The uncertainty it brings can cause us not to want to change. Other people might be comfortable with the status quo, but change can be a good thing. It means that we are willing to explore what can be, instead of just focusing on what is. Another possible meaning is that you want to change, but you find yourself in a sticky situation. Having help from other people is a good idea at this time. If the issue is monetary, you can even ask help from a trusted financial advisor who would be able to provide good advice.

You dream of a farm

Living on a farm means that you are away from most of civilization. There might be limited water or electricity, but life can be good because everything that you need is already there. You can be self-sufficient. If you dream that you are on a farm and with farmers, it is your brain calling you to dig deeper and identify needs that are still unmet. You may need to improve certain aspects of your life. On the contrary, it can also mean that you are productive and you feel good about it. The farm represents all the hard work you are putting in, and since farmers usually toil from sunrise to sunset, the brain is rewarding you for your good behavior by showing you this dream.

You dream of chewing gum

There are times when we feel challenged by communicating something to another person. Perhaps you do not know the words to say because you are afraid of offending them. This can lead to frustration, which ends up as a dream where you are chewing lots of gum. The act of chewing represents the inability to use the mouth to form the words that you are trying to say. To some degree, this is true, as words come out muffled if you try to speak with a full mouth. This is why our parents would always warn us not to talk when our mouth is full. But what if we need to talk? Get rid of the gum, or in this case, whatever it is that is hindering you from communicating well.

You dream of getting a divorce

Divorce can go either of two ways; it can be a happy occasion, or a sad one. After all, you are either happy to let go of someone you are not compatible with, or are sad because you still love the person you’re divorcing. Lawyers would also be involved, as properties need to be divided. However, If you dream of a divorce, it does not mean you wish for it. It can be because your schedule is so packed that you are having problems committing to each of those appointments or projects. Remember that there are limits to what you can do. Prioritize high-value projects and then delegate the ones that you can. While we want to be very productive, we also need to respect our body and mental limits.

You dream of endless packing

When you travel, you want it to be as seamless as possible, so days ahead, you usually pack the things you want to bring. You plan ahead as well and make sure that the car’s gas is refilled and the engine in top shape. But if in your dream you see yourself continually packing luggage, it can signal that in your waking life, you are trying to arrange your affairs endlessly. You try to cram as many activities as possible. The dream serves as a reminder that you need to take a break, let go of some things and then pack only the necessities. In many travels anyway, you just need some clothes, cash, and credit cards. Being minimalist when travelling —  and being minimalist in life, in general — can be liberating.