Dream C

Colors

The psyche often makes use of color symbolism to convey information in dreams. It is often asserted that people rarely dream in color. This is untrue. When the dreamer particularly emphasizes having dreamed in color, this simply means that he remembers the colors. As far as interpretation is concerned, this means that the dream is giving additional significance to the information conveyed by the use of these colors.
The following should be considered when interpreting the individual colors: BLACK must be regarded as a signal of a state of non awareness in the sense of a standstill. WHITE can also be a reference to a state of non awareness, like that which exists before the start or after the end of the psyche's conscious life. White can thus indicate forebodings of death.
Yellow is like gold. In a dream, it is the color of mental, intuitive activity.
Red is the color which most excites out attention. Ted is the symbol for the dynamics of life. It is also a symbol for animal instincts and aggression. Orange is a particularly strong signal for activity.
Blue is the color which symbolizes the intellect. It indicates clear-headed deliberations and dispassionate thinking.
Purple is a signal for especial significance.
As new life begins in spring, when fields and meadows turn a fresh green sheen, this color has an extremely positive meaning. Color test series over a period of years showed that brown is preferred by neurotics and indicates unconscious complexes.
Violet in a dream symbolizes conflict situations arising form the opposition of body and intellect.

Canopy

The canopy is one of the attributes of a ruler. In a dream, it can be a sigh of male sovereignty.

Car

In a dream, the car symbolizes the motive energy or the vitality of its owner. Both the size of the car and its external apperances can indicate how the dreamer is regarded by the world about him. A speedy sports car can be a sexual symbol. The freedom of movement and the thrill of the speed are suggestive of unconstrained love. It is noteworthy that this symbolic meaning is used for advertising purposes. In dreams, however, cars and driving symbolize vitality in general rather than sexual potency

Carnivores

Carnivores symbolize strong aggressive tendencies. In mythology birds and beasts of prey are part of the entourage of the goddess of nature. This signifies the threatening and negative aspects female sexuality has for men. The carnivore also has this significance in dreams. The dream animals which signify male sexual aggression in women's dreams are mostly smaller carnivores like polecats, wildcats, pine martens, etc.

Castle

Castles and fortresses, like all buildings, should be seen as the zone of the dreamer's psychic life. They are also mother symbols, representing the sheltering and protective aspects of motherhood.

Cat

The cat symbolizes the realm of the emotions. mostly it has an erotic significance, indicating that attitudes towards sexuality are still on an animal, perfunctory level.
The cat's sexual symbolic significance is illustrated by the fact that it is more or less a tame miniature carnivore. Implicit in this is a parallel ot the dreamer's own muted animal instincts. The cat indicates a certain egocentricity on the dreamer's part, as well as difficulties in making contact with the opposite sex.
In the dreams of neurotic women a tomcat can, for example, be the sign of a father-complex.

Chains

Chains symbolize a tie or a bond. This can apply, in a positive sense, to marriage. The negative significance of chains is imprisonment. A shackle in a dream, and also the familiar fashionable gold chain round the ankle, can imply masochistic tendencies.

Cave, grotto

The grotto is a holy place in the mythology of many races, particularly when there is a spring in it. It was dedicated to the goddess of nature and inhabited by nymphs, elemental spirits. In a dream, the grotto is an indication of the problems surrounding womanhood.

Child

The child symbolizes a new potentiality. Usually, the dreamer is being informed of the possibility of a new attitude to life. If the dream child is ill or on the verge of death, this is a warning signal. It shows the dreamer that spiritual aspects within him are in danger of becoming deadened. Dreams like this, however, are rate; mostly the child appears as a positive symbol.

Childhood

Childhood is frequently re-experienced in a dream. The dream refers to long-forgotten events which perhaps unconsciously still play too great a role in the dreamer's life. the situation must be thought over again. In this way, the roots of neuroses can become apparent in dreams. Experience has shown that disturbed behavior in later life is conditioned all too frequently by childhood

Christ

When the image of Christ occurs, it should at all events be taken as a serious signal. It indicates that man cannot come to terms with the idea that his life is purely a meaningless coincidence without damage to his psychic equilibrium.

Church

If the dreamer finds himself in a church, this indicates the necessity of giving some thought to the meaning of life. Experience has shown that church dreams appear particularly when the dreamer avoids such consideration far too much in real life.

Circumcision

Circumcision is a part of the cult of initiation and masculinity rites. Should a similar scene appear in a dream, it is in no way connected with castration - quite the opposite! In the belief of primitive peoples, circumcision symbolizes the sacrifice of the animal instincts. The image of circumcision or of similar rituals in a dream indicates the necessity of becoming aware of one's animal instincts.

Clergyman, vicar

If a clergyman or vicar appears in older people's dreams, the dream is indicating the necessity of giving some thought to the meaning of life. In general, the image of a priest can also contain an allusion to his helpful function as a spiritual physician.

Clothes

Clothing shows the dreamer's personality, or how he thinks his fellowmen see him. But it also shows the reverse - how he is really seen by the world about him. Clothes are symbols of the Persona, a concept of Jung's. what he meant by this was man's personality as he projects it - usually unconsciously - toward the world about him.

Clouds

The symbolic significance of clouds arises form their rain bearing properties. Rain still has the significance of the element which fertilizes seeds.

Coat

The coat is a symbol of protection and also disguise. As a rule, these tendencies apply to the dreamer's personality. This image can also indicate that those around him need protection.

Corn, cornfield
The cornfield is a symbol of fertility. A waving cornfield in a dream is an extremely positive signal. It indicates a rich harvest; a harvest which however doesnot fall effortlessly into out laps as a gift of nature. The harvest previously required hard work on the farmer's part.

Corpse

A corpse in a dream is a danger signal of the highest order. Death is a symbol of transformation, followed as a rule by rebirth. The corpse, on the other hand, is a symbol of the long dead, inanimate side of a personality. To a certain extent, this relates to a spiritual relationship which the consciousness regards as lifeless, or to a complex which still burdens the unconscious.

Cow

In men's dreams, the cow can indicate strong ties to the mother. In women's dreams, the symbol of the cow frequently signifies that the dreamer should develop the motherly aspects of womanhood within herself.

Cab, (Taxi)

Pleasant occupations and average income is denoted by a dream of riding in a cab alone; with others, scandal or gossip will plague your footsteps. Driving one may show you are in a dead end job, doing manual labor with no chance of advancement. It is warning you to find another occupation.

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.

Cabin (ship)

To dream of being in a ships cabin on the open seas in a storm means much sorrow and financial loss, especially in a law suit. To dream of a bright, pretty cabin while sailing on a calm, beautiful sea shows that law suits and other legal matters will be changing in your favor in the very near future.

Cable

To dream of a large cable supporting a heavy weight denotes that you have a very hazardous job and is a warning to be extremely careful. If the cable should be frayed, danger is imminent. But, if it is broken, or you see it break, then the danger you sense will be for another.

Cackle

Cackling hens show there has been a disaster involving someone in your sphere of influence, possibly a death. A sound of cackling also presages illness and loss.

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.

Calculator

To see someone you know well using a calculator indicates that circumstances may soon bring out a colder, more calculating, side of this person. If you are totaling up a bill, or a debt, that someone owes you, it is an omen that you will have to dun someone to receive your money or your property back. If you are calculating your monthly bills, or debts, it is an omen that you will soon have harassing business worries.

Cage

If you are putting a wild animal in a cage and you are successful then your dream is telling you that you will win out in the face of much adversity and opposition. To see rabbits in a cage shows you will have many children. To see birds in a cage will sometimes presage loss.

Cake

To dream of cakes of almost any kind shows you will have good fortune in your undertaking. For a woman to see her wedding cake in a dream is an omen of ill, showing much unhappiness if she should go through with the marriage.

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.

Called

To dream that you hear the voice of someone you know could foreshadow a long illness or even death for that person. To hear the voice of your loved one calling you may mean a separation due to misunderstandings. If the voice you hear is the voice of someone already dead then this denotes that you are about to commit a bad error in judgment about your business.

Calm

In general a dream of being calm is a good omen telling you that you will live a long and rewarding life full of goodness. To see calm waters indicate that your business dealing is sound. If someone in your dream is trying to make you calm down then this denotes that you will soon have losses if you do not let your higher self keep your temper cooled down.

Calomel (an herbal product)

To dream of calomel is not a good sign at all as to see it means much unhappiness dealt to you by anothers hand. If you are drinking calomel tea you will allow yourself to be deceived to save a marriage or relationship. This is a warning that you are being used and should exit this relationship as soon as possible.

Calves

If you dream of the calves of legs and they are pleasing to the eye this denotes that you will soon meet someone who is very attractive but may be too self centered for love. To dream of baby calves show that you will see your fortunes improving, your life will be filled with joy if the calves are happy and playing.

Camel

If you purchase, or otherwise own a camel it shows that mining investments will turn out well. Camels are also an omen of warning to be more conservative, much as the camel that crosses the desert with only his hump. or humps, full of water. They also signifies help when all else is at a low ebb.

Cannibalism

Dreaming of a cannibal or cannibalism shows that you are being tempted into doing something that you should not do leaving you with the feeling of regret 'eating you up', inside. It is a warning to stay out of those kind of situations if you have not already been tempted into it.

Car

If you dream of a railroad car, or a cable car your dreams of being rich will always be dreams, but your income should be adequate for your lifestyle. See automobile.

Carnival

If you are in the midst of a carnival and you see unusual, and freakish, sights you will experience much discord at home, and if you also have a feeling of sorrow in the midst of all the laughter this portends a divorce. To join in a carnival and enjoy yourself shows that you will be treated to some unusual entertainment in the near future.

Carriage

If you are having a dream involving one of the old fashioned vehicles, splendidly arrayed, then you must be extremely careful to act in such a manner as not to open yourself or your lifestyle to vicious rumor and gossip. If you are riding in the carriage you will be asked many embarrassing questions concerning a former companion of yours. If the carriage is old and worn out, the rumors can be overcome with a minimal loss of prestige, by outlasting, 'wearing them out', until they finally die away.

Castle

If you dream that you live in a magnificent castle and everyone obeys your every command, and grants your every wish, this foretells that you will have a happy, comfortable home with a loving and generous spouse. On the other hand, if the castle is old, and the brick work is crumbling, you will do well to curb any actions you are taking that may jeopardize your marriage, whether it be cheating, or temper fits.

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.

Cattle

If your dream is of cattle with long horns and black, or black and white, it is an omen to keep a close watch on your business to prevent losses. A herd of cattle feeding in a pasture denotes that your life and your income will be easy. But if you are forcing the cattle to go somewhere they do not wish to be, you will find you must work harder and harder to maintain your present level of income.

Celebrities

To dream of celebrities shows that you are letting too much pomp and circumstance convince you to act certain ways that are against your better nature, this could be to your downfall in the area of the heart. To dream that you are a celebrity denotes that you desire to fly higher then your social life and means allow. To dream a loved one becomes a celebrity shows that you have a secret fear of losing this person to the world.

Cemetery

If you dream of a well kept cemetery it is a sign of happiness to come but an unkempt one shows that you will meet with opposition and adversity. This is the kind of dream that must be correlated with the other symbols of the dream, such as: open graves, flowers, funeral services, etc., as all of these things would change the benign aspect of a stroll through a well kept cemetery.

Chariots

If you dream of riding in a beautiful chariot you will have many opportunities to make good and your finances will take a decided rise. If you fall, or if you see someone else fall, from a chariot then you will suffer lack and failure, or a fall from a high position in your life.

Charleston (dance)

This is an all around favorable dream. If it shows children dancing, much joy is yours, and if you see dating couples dance the Charleston you will have great success in your endeavors. If you are one of the dancers you have an omen that tells you that your business enterprise will grow and expand.

Chase

If you see a chase in progress or if you participate in a chase you will look forward to a comfortable retirement and good health in your latter years. If fear is involved in this experience then you must test all the signs and employ meditation to seek the answer.

Chocolate pudding

Any dream that features chocolate in it is a simple omen that presages, not luxury, or impeccable taste, as one might expect, but, rather, Good health and contentment, coupled with a pampered lifestyle.

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.

Cigarettes

Smoking a cigarette in your dream is a lucky omen, as well as, giving, or offering them to another. This dream denotes much prosperity and self- satisfaction for the dreamer. If, during your waking hours, you are against cigarettes and believe them to very bad for your lungs, then you must investigate your own habits to find out what you may be doing to jeopardize your health. Have a medical examination as soon as possible.

Circle

A perfectly drawn circle in your dream is a prediction of many good things to come, and prosperity beyond measure. If the circle is wobbly, or appears to be a child's drawing, you will still reach your goals but you will have troubles on the way to it. If the circle is broken, it denotes failed marriages.

Circus

A runaway animal at a circus denotes the need for extra control of either your passions, or your temper, as both could be harmful to you. If the circus is in full array, with a boisterous, and joyful atmosphere, you will find happiness in your present surroundings. To dream of simply being at a circus denotes that you must be careful that you do not give the wrong impression about yourself to others.

Cloaks (garment)

To dream of a cloak, not a cape, pulled closely around you to keep out the weather, denotes that you will have protecting influences surrounding you for the next few days. If you dream you have torn the garment this shows a rift in a relationship with a person who is important to you. If you lose the cloak, then you will have a falling out with the one who loves and protects you.

Coconuts

There is basically only one omen for a coconut, no matter what your dream is concerning one, eating it, smelling it, etc., it is a sign of an unexpected gift, most times the gift is money.

Color

if you dream in Technicolor, the one outstanding thing that this presages is that you will have increasing security and prosperity in your business affairs, if the rest of the symbols point to a bad time for you and your affairs, the dream in color shows that you will have help behind the scenes that will enable you to master your problems. Dreams that involve people who are of a different color then you are, (natural colors), usually points to good luck in money or business. For specific colors, see the index under the color you wish to check out.

Coffins (Caskets)

Should you dream of a well appointed coffin and it is empty then does this show that you will soon lose a close friend, (not necessarily through death, but rather, death of a friendship). If you see a body in the coffin you will soon have sadness, but if the person in the coffin is the dreamer then is this a contrary dream and the dreamer can expect some very good luck.

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.

Contract

To dream of signing a contract is an omen that you will soon be experiencing a rise in your profession, but, if you refuse to sign the contract, your promotion could be more then you had hoped for. If you dream you have gotten into a bad contract, or someone has duped you into signing a contract that will only bring you problems, then this is a warning to examine your relationships with the opposite sex; marriage may not be the best idea at this time.

Costumed

If you are wearing a costume this could indicate that you are trying to hide your true self, or you inner feelings behind a facade of duplicity; you may not be wholly honest with a loved one and have a fear of being found out. If you are wearing a ridiculous costume, such as a chicken suit, this could indicate that you are being foolish about certain matters in your life and must look to the other symbols to find out just what it is.

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. See also, divorce court.

Coyote

A coyote, not being a very brave animal, will attack those living beings that are injured, dead, or just weaker then themselves, and they also run in packs like dogs, (kind of like street gangs). If you dream of being attacked by a pack of coyote, or see them wearing a threatening demeanor, you should be extremely careful for the next few days as this is a warning of danger to yourself. A friendly coyote is an omen of deception.

Crash

To dream of a crash, such as in the stock market, you can expect to see your investments take hold and grow. If you hear a loud crash, such as the percussion sound of a drum or cymbals, that is a warning to calm your environment down in order to control your nerves. For cars crashing, see wreck.

Crawling

You have not taken proper advantage of your opportunities if you are dreaming of crawling over rough, or broken ground. If you are crawling over stones and other damaging material and hurt yourself you may shortly experience some humiliating events that are forced on you by others. If you are crawling in muck and mire with someone, then you will shortly fall into a depression over a business failure.

Crickets

To have a cricket invade your home foretells that you will soon be experiencing poverty, if you kill the cricket, your poverty will be short lived. To hear a cricket foretells some very sad news concerning the death of a distant friend.

Crocodile

Just to see a crocodile in your dream doing nothing much but lazing around is a warning that someone is trying to adversely influence you about a matter closely related to your happiness or your income. If the Crocodile chases you it means success magnified in your affairs. If he catches and bites you then you are slated for disappointments in love and business but if you see the crocodile dead then your success' will be many, and beyond your wildest hopes.

Crush (love interest)

If you dream that you have a crush on someone then you will come to realize that you are not truly in love, but in like. If the person you have a crush on is younger or older then you, then this is a sign that you suffer guilt for misleading the innocent party, after you have plumbed the shallow depths of your emotions.

Crush (pulverize)

If you are in the act of crushing something in your dream this will show that you are under a lot of pressure and need to make a decision right away to end it. The pressure may have arisen because of a decision you are being forced into making so be sure you have all the facts together before you do.