The Dream Atlas · A growing library
Every way into a dream.
Browse symbols, alternative names and familiar dream situations. Each cross-reference takes you to its complete, science-informed guide.
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All dream symbols
199 names · Alphabetical · Page 2 of 5
- Disturbing dreamsSee Nightmares Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- DogSee Dogs Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Dog biteSee Dogs Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Dog chasing meSee Dogs Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- DogsExplore dreams about dogs, puppies, chasing or a pet who has died. Read what dog-specific research found and choose the scene closest to yours.Animals · 7 min read
- Dream awarenessSee Lucid dreams Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Dream controlSee Lucid dreams Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Dream diarySee Dream recall Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dream flightSee Flying Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Dream journalingSee Dream recall Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dream keeps coming backSee Recurring dreams Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dream memorySee Dream recall Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dream recallExplore why recalling a dream differs from having one. Learn how to keep an optional record of fragments without making dream recall a nightly target.Actions & situations · 6 min read
- Dream within a dreamSee False awakenings Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dreaming about my exSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dreaming I woke upSee False awakenings Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Dreaming of cheatingSee Infidelity Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- DyingSee Death Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Empty houseSee House Covered in this guide · 8 min read
- Ex boyfriendSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Ex girlfriendSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Ex husbandSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Ex wifeSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Ex-partnerSee Former partner Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- Exam dreamSee Examination Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- ExaminationExplore dreams of failing exams, missing answers or returning to school. Learn what a study of real exam candidates found and what it cannot predict.Actions & situations · 7 min read
- Expecting a babySee Pregnancy Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Failing an examSee Examination Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Fake awakeningSee False awakenings Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- FallingUnderstand the difference between a falling dream and a sleep start. Explore cliffs, stairs, soft landings and what the timing can tell you.Actions & situations · 7 min read
- Falling dreamSee Falling Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Falling from a heightSee Falling Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Falling off a cliffSee Falling Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- Falling sensationSee Falling Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- False awakeningSee False awakenings Covered in this guide · 6 min read
- False awakeningsExplore false awakenings and apparent dream loops, how they differ from lucid dreams and sleep paralysis, and when disrupted sleep deserves support.Actions & situations · 6 min read
- Familiar houseSee House Covered in this guide · 8 min read
- Floating in the airSee Flying Covered in this guide · 7 min read
- FlyingExplore flying dreams, from effortless soaring to struggling to take off. Learn what studies have tested and how flying differs from lucid awareness.Actions & situations · 7 min read
- Flying dreamSee Flying Covered in this guide · 7 min read
Dream symbols are entry points for learning and reflection. They are not predictions or diagnostic signs. How to use this atlas.