Dreams Meanings letter I

Ice

To dream about a wintry, icy landscape outside represents a feeling of temporary lack of progress, hopelessness, or bleakness with respect to a certain aspect of your life.

Ice cream

Ice cream represents fun or a special fun activity. Your subconscious mind is probably either hoping for some fun, or reminiscing about some fun you've had in the past. Ice cream can also represent happiness in a dream - to dream that you are eating ice cream with a certain person could mean that you feel happy when you're with that person.

Ice floe

To dream about an ice floe or glacier means very slow progress in a certain area of your life, under seemingly bleak conditions. A dream of an ice floe may also mean that you're feeling impatient.

Ice skating

To dream you are ice skating and enjoying it means that you need to have some fun, and/or that it may be time to go outside your comfort zone and try something new. To dream you are ice skating, and you're having a hard time, means that you're feeling challenged, insecure, or unsupported in some aspect of your life.

Ice sculpture

To dream about an ice sculpture means you're recognizing that life's special moments come and go quickly, so enjoy them while you can.

I.D.

An I.D. or driver's license in a dream represents your unique personal identity - your self-identity, and the way you think of yourself. If your lose your driver's license in a dream, it means you need to get back on touch with who you really are, deep down. If your driver's license is taken away in a dream, it means you need to step up and take more responsibility for yourself.

IM (instant message)

Communication. To dream you're IM-ing someone means that there's something you need/want to say to a particular person, or that you want or expect to hear from that person.

Identical twins

Twins in a dream often represent a bond - mental/emotional, family, marital, friendship, etc. Identical twins in a dream can also represent similarity between two people, or feeling like there are shared qualities between two people. Twins can also represent the ideal of "double," or possibly "too much."

Ignore

To dream that others are ignoring you means that you're feeling overlooked or disrespected or invisible in some aspect of your life. To dream that you're ignoring someone else means that someone's trying to tell you something you don't want to hear.

Iguana

The power of observation and perceptiveness; quick response. To dream of a iguana usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a iguana in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream iguana can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Illness

Vulnerability. A dream that you are physically sick can represent feeling under the weather or not your usual self mentally or physically. Someone else being sick in a dream indicates a feeling that they are more vulnerable than usual and need some TLC. 

Indebted

To dream that you're feeling indebted to someone for something nice they did means that you're actually feeling grateful to that person in real life, or to someone whom this dream figure represents. To dream that someone feels indebted to you means you feel that you've been generous in some way and/or that you deserve thanks in real life.

Infant

To dream of a baby represents the need for self-nurturing, and responsibility for yourself. To dream that you are pregnant or that you have a baby that you don't have in real life can mean that you should pay more attention to your needs. Depending on how you feel about the baby, it can also be a symbol of taking on responsibility for someone else or that you are taking on too much responsibility. Occasionally, it can mean that you would like to have a baby or spend more time around young children. 

Infection

To dream that you have an infection can represent a feeling of intrusion or invasion somehow in your life, a challenge, an inner conflict, an "infectious" thought (as in gossip or judgment), or a perceived imbalance of some kind on the emotional, mental, or physical level.

Infidelity

To dream that your loved one is betraying you can mean you're feeling insecure about your ability to hold their interest, or you're afraid of the idea of them cheating on you. A dream about betrayal can also mean you're feeling jealous about your loved one devoting time or attention to something other than you (work, a hobby, watching TV, using the computer, etc.) - having nothing to do with any actual cheating. To dream about someone other than a romantic partner betraying you means there's someone in your life whom you don't really trust. Occasionally, a dream about betrayal means you do not trust God (you feel God has betrayed you), or you do not trust yourself (you feel you have betrayed yourself).

Injured

A dream that someone is injured probably represents a situation in your real life where you feel someone is in a weakened or threatened state. A dream that you are injured most likely means you feel you are feeling weakened or tired (emotionally, mentally, or physically), or you're feel threatened or under attack somehow in real life. A dream that someone else injures you means you are feeling threatened (emotionally, mentally, or physically) in real life - or you may be having a Toxic Dream.

Illumination (light)

A light or bright light in a dream often represents hope, goodness, or assistance - especially when it appears in the darkness. Light can also represent clarity or understanding, as in "shedding some light" on a particular subject. 

Illuminations

A dream about drawings or figures in an ancient text can mean that you are seeking information, understanding, or clarification about important life questions.

Instant message

Communication. To dream you're instant-messaging someone means that there's something you need/want to say to a particular person, or that you want or expect to hear from that person.

Internet (world wide web)

Communication and connection. To dream you're connecting with people and companies over the internet means you're in a social mood, and you've either been interacting with people more than usual or you would like to do so. To dream that you are searching the internet / web means you have a burning question you need answered. 

Intersection

An intersection in a dream can represent the interaction between people, and cooperation among people according to some agreed-upon rules (like we do at a real intersection). If someone goes out of turn at the dream intersection, it means you're feeling someone has acted "out of turn" in real life. To dream you are an intersection trying to decide which way to go means you're at a critical decision point, or you can choose from two or more courses of action. To dream you're at an intersection and don't know which way to go, or can't decide, means you're feeling you don't have enough information (logical or intuitive) to make the decision in real life yet.

Interstate

An interstate in a dream represents a way to get from one place to another - either literally or symbolically (as in a course of action leading to certain results). An interstate in a dream can also represent your life path or life journey, or a portion of it - past, present, and/or future. To dream you are stranded on an interstate means you feel you're feeling stuck or lacking support somehow in your real life. To dream you are driving down an interstate and accidentally run off the interstate means you need to pay more attention to responsibility for yourself and your life somehow. To dream you're on an interstate and you get hit or injured means you're feeling vulnerable or unlucky in life, or are afraid such things happening.

Intruder

Feelings of victimization or vulnerability. To dream of an intruder in your house or in your space means that you feel someone has compromised your integrity or invaded your space mentally, emotionally, or physically.

Invincibility

Self-empowerment. The experience of your "true" state of being, without limiting beliefs or self-judgments. The acknowledgement of your ability to do what makes you happy without worrying about what other people think. To dream that you are invincible against harmful people means that you can choose to not let other people's judgments "get to you" in real life.

Irish, Ireland

To dream of Ireland or something Irish most likely represents Ireland (or a particular area of it), or Irish characteristics or qualities.

Item, lost an

A dream that you have lost an item usually means that you feel you've lost in your real life whatever that item represents, or that you're afraid of losing it.

I.V.

To dream that you are being given an I.V. (intravenous drip) could mean you're feeling under the weather health-wise - or it could mean that you feel someone is trying to affect you very directly, with or without your permission.

OTHER MEANINGS...

Ice

Dreams about ice often mean that you are nervous about a real life endeavor. They can also be a sign that you don't care for someone as much as they care for you. If you dream of standing on cracking ice (or falling through ice into water), it is a warning against trying to advance at the expense of others.

Illness

Suggests you may be hanging onto an old idea or relationship that is not good for you.

Injury

If you dream that you are injured, it indicates that you have been offended or emotionally hurt by someone else. If you dream of injuring someone else, it signifies that you are inflicting the same pain on another person.

Intruder

Dreaming about an intruder symbolizes someone or something that has interfered with your peace of mind by forcing a situation upon you.

Invisible

If you dream that you are invisible, you feel like you're not being noticed or recognized for what is important to you. To dream that someone else is invisible represents unresolved issues or feelings regarding that person. Perhaps you feel they don't pay enough attention to you.

Invitaton

To dream about a written or printed invitation foretells a period of depression or boredom coming, but a dream about getting an invitation by word of mouth forecasts an increase in social activity.

Island

If you dream of escaping to an island, you can solve a problem by yourself if you take some time alone. This dream can also mean you are trying to avoid your true, inner feelings about a person or situation in your life.

Dreams Meanings letter H

Hair

Self-identity, the way you see yourself, and the way you present yourself to others. To dream that you have lost your hair means you feel you've lost a sense of self, or a connection with your own self. To dream that you shaved your head to experience freedom from hair means that you are taking control of your own identity, and you don't care (or are trying not to care) what others think about you.

Hair, dye your

To dream that you have dyed your hair means you are exploring one or more alternate self-identities, or that you could use a change of pace, or that you would like others to react differently to you somehow.

Hallway

A hallway in a dream usually represents a passage from one phase to another in your life, or a new beginning. A hallway can exist in a dream to show a connection from one dream area - or one point in time - to the next, or it can represent a part of your life that is in between other major parts of your life. 

Halo

To dream of a figure with a halo means you are seeking spiritual guidance, comfort, support, etc.

Hamster

Curious, nosey, tending to get into everything; the idea that focusing on the small things can bring big results; or the feeling that something is pestering you, "gnawing away at you," or "nickel and diming" you. To dream of a hamster usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a hamster in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A hamster can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Hang gliding

Freedom, transcendence over your challenges, or rising above everyday life. To dream you are hang gliding means a freedom (or a wish for freedom) from the limitations of your own mental, emotional, and physical challenges - and those in the world around you.

Hare (rabbit)

Vulnerability, sensitive, running from problems, fertile or proliferating. To dream of a hare usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a hare in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A hare can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Hate

To feel hate in a dream means you're feeling hate regarding something in your real life, past or present. Time to acknowledge your feelings and express them in a safe, healthy way. (Try journaling.)

Hated

To feel hated in a dream means you are feeling hated or judged (or afraid that you will) regarding something in your real life, past or present.

Having a baby

A new beginning, a new creation, the start of something new, or a new phase in life, relationship, career, etc. 

Hawk

The power of observation, a visionary perspective, watchfulness, protectiveness, vigilance.

Healer

Healing, or fixing a problem. To dream that you are visiting a healer, seeking help for a health problem, means you're subconsciously seeking help or answers regarding a problem in your life (physical or otherwise). Occasionally, a dream that a healer is healing you can mean that spiritual assistance is being provided to you.

Heart attack

Dreaming that you're having a heart attack can mean that you are afraid of actually having one, or you're afraid of a sudden crisis that's out of your control. A dream about a heart attack can also be triggered by real physical sensations in your chest at the time of the dream (heartburn, etc.).

Heel

Your heel in a dream represents your ability to move forward, take action, and make progress in life. An injured heel means you feel that your ability to make progress has slowed down, or that you need to slow down for your own well-being.

Helicopter

A helicopter in a dream represents the ability to "lift above" - as in being able to "rise above" problems. Or it can represent the ability to see the big picture or the grand plan.

Helicopter crash

To dream that you are in an helicopter crash can mean you are afraid of something catastrophic happening that's out of your control. A dream about a crash can also mean you're feeling things are out of control somehow in your life right now, or a feeling that you're having bad luck or things just aren't going your way right now.

Hen

Fertility, the power of creativity and the feminine. To dream of a hen usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a hen a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A hen can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Heron

Just as herons are often seen wading, a dream about a heron can convey the idea of being partially - but not fully - into an issue, dynamic, or situation, or trying something out, or doing something without full commitment or personal involvement. A dream about a heron could mean you're doing something "only halfway" or "only halfway trying," or it could mean to proceed slowly or cautiously with a certain activity or action you're considering. A dream about a heron can also represent independence and being to "stand on your own two feet."

High school

To dream you are in high school (if you are beyond high school in real life) means you're revisiting the past to learn a real-life lesson.

Hiding

To dream that you're hiding means you feel the need for self-protection, or that you're thinking of doing something secretive, manipulative, or dishonest (such as lying).

Highway

A highway in a dream represents a way to get from one place to another - either literally or symbolically (as in a course of action leading to certain results). A highway in a dream can also represent your life path or life journey, or a portion of it - past, present, and/or future. To dream you are stranded on a highway means you feel you're feeling stuck or lacking support somehow in your real life. To dream you are driving down a highway and accidentally run off the highway means you need to pay more attention to responsibility for yourself and your life somehow. To dream you're on a highway and you get hit or injured means you're feeling vulnerable or unlucky in life, or are afraid such things happening.

Hit, being (by a vehicle)

A dream that someone is hit by a vehicle represents the idea of that person experiencing a sudden challenge in their life. This usually represents a fear or an actual event in your recent past.

Hit, being (attack)

A dream that you are being attacked, hit, or harmed represents a feeling or fear of: persecution, hostility, aggression, criticism, etc. from by another person or by "people in general." It can also represent a current or recent situation where you feel your boundaries have been crossed or your integrity has been compromised by someone else.

Hitting

If you dream you are hitting someone, consider your feeling during the dream. If you are hitting in the dream because you are angry at them, you are probably really angry at them or something related to them. If you are hitting to protect yourself against an attack, you may feel threatened by that person's criticism, hostility, ambition, etc. in real life.

Hog

A sweet nature, unassuming; messy; gluttony; stinky. Think about what usually comes to mind when you think of hogs.

Hole

To dream that you're down in a hole means that you're feeling trapped or at a "dead end" somehow in your real life.

Holiday party

To dream that you are enjoying a holiday party means that you are in a social or festive mood. A holiday party in a dream can also represent all of your interactions (as you expect them to be) with people around you during the holiday season.

Holy Spirit

To dream you are in the presence of the Holy Spirit means that you are feeling particularly connected with Spirit during your dream, or that you are yearning for that kind of deeper connection with or assistance from Spirit.

Home

You or your life. The dream events in the home represent events in your life. If present in the dream, a basement usually represents your subconscious, the top floor your spirituality, and the floors in between your current life. Can also represent security and/or comfort.

Horseback riding

A dream that you're riding a horse represents the way you're taking responsibility to "guide and manage your life" right now, or the way you have been recently. The rider represents you, the horse represents your life and and your life circumstances. How well are you taking care of, guiding, and taking responsibility for the horse in the dream, and what does this say about your life? Try gentle horse-whispering, not managing by force.

Horse

Power and the ability to work, freedom, journeys and transportation. To dream of a horse usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a horse in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream horse can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Honey

Honey in a dream represents the deep, rich sweetness of life. Enjoy it!

Hospital

To dream that you are sick and in a hospital can represent feeling under the weather or not your usual self mentally or physically. Someone else being sick and in a hospital in a dream indicates a feeling that they are more vulnerable than usual and need some TLC. To dream that you work in a hospital when you don't in real life means that you've been spending a lot of time lately helping others, or you're feeling demands from others who need help. 

House

You or your life. The dream events in the house represent events in your life. If present in the dream, a basement usually represents your subconscious, the top floor your spirituality, and the floors in between your current life.

Hooded

To dream of a hooded figure means you have a fear that you're too afraid to face. When you do get around to facing it, it may lose its power to scare you.

Hookworms (parasites)

Feelings of being sabotaged in some aspect of your life, either by other people or by yourself, or that you are being taken advantage of, or that someone or something in your life is sapping your energy.

Hummingbird

Tasting the sweet nectar of life. Endurance. Also, based on the way that hummingbirds can hover in one place, a dream about a hummingbird can mean you're actually making progress even when it seems you're stuck - or that you're in a natural lull or rest period, and you'll begin making progress soon.

Hungry

To dream you are hungry can mean you are actually hungry or your blood sugar is low while you're sleeping. It can also mean that you feel deprived of the good things in life.

Hungry, not

To dream that you are not hungry or have eaten too much means you're feeling overwhelmed or over-stimulated, that you need a break, or that you've "had enough" of some situation in your life.

Hurricane

A feeling of great overwhelm, victimization, and/or loss of control - with the idea that it is going to last a while, possibly with no escape or solution. To dream you are in a hurricane points to an aspect of your real life seems overwhelming and/or destructive, that most likely seems out of your control.

Hurt (emotionally)

A dream that someone hurts you emotionally - such as hurting your feelings, insulting or demeaning you - means you are remembering, experiencing, or expecting emotional hurt in your real life.

Hurt (physically)

A dream that someone is hurt probably represents a situation in your real life where you feel someone is in a weakened or threatened state. A dream that you are hurt most likely means you feel you are feeling weakened or tired (emotionally, mentally, or physically), or you're feel threatened or under attack somehow in real life. A dream that someone else hurts you means you're feeling threatened (emotionally, mentally, or physically) in real life - or you may be having a Toxic Dream.

Husband

A dream about your real-life husband means he's on your mind for a particular reason right now. Pay attention to what's happening in the dream for cues about your thoughts and feelings toward your husband and/or the relationship. In a dream where someone is your husband who is not your husband in real life, the dream husband likely represents your real husband and is portraying certain characteristics that you are noticing in him right now. Dreaming someone is your husband who is not in real life can also mean your subconscious mind is exploring what it would be like to be closer to this person (romantically, or even just in general), or perhaps you just like this person, think they're nice, or find them interesting, or you've noticed husband-like qualities you admire. For a dream about an ex-husband, see ex- dream.

Hypnosis

To dream you are under hypnosis can mean you're giving your power over to someone in your real life, or shirking your responsibility. It can also mean you're tending to live without deep thought, relishing the moments, or appreciating the small things. If so, make an effort to be more present and aware in each moment.

OTHER MEANINGS..

Hair

Long hair in dreams represents strength and beauty. If you dream of seeing a woman with blonde hair, or if you dreamed of having blonde hair (when you don't in real life), you will be a true friend to your girlfriends. Brunette hair symbolizes loyalty. Red hair in dreams usually symbolizes changes in the dreamer's life. Curly hair in dreams foretells that someone will try to seduce you. To dream of hair falling out means you will have to take care of yourself and not depend on others. If you dream of washing your hair, you need to take a different approach towards some real life situation or relationship.

Hallway

Often represents spiritual growth and learning. They can also mean the dreamer has untapped psychic abilities. A dream of walking through a long hallway or corridor can also represent your frustration in trying to escape a repetitive situation.

Hand

Represents your relationship to those around you and how you connect with the world. Hands serve as a form of communication. Perhaps you need to extend a helping hand to someone. In particular, the left hand symbolizes your graciousness and feminine, receptive qualities. The right hand symbolizes masculine, active attributes.

Happy

To dream that you are happy may be a means of self help and often indicates that you need some cheering up. You may be trying to compensate for the sadness or stress in your waking life.

Heights

If you dream of being at a great height, it is a warning to avoid getting involved with a person or a group that you know is not good for you. Otherwise, you will suffer major embarrassment. 

Help/Helping

If you dream that someone helped you, it means that you will need assistance and you should not hesitate to ask for it. If you dream that you help someone, or someone asked you for help, it means that you will succeed without needing help from anyone.

Hiding

To dream that you are hiding suggests that you are keeping a secret or avoiding telling the truth. However, you may be getting ready to reveal and confess before somebody finds out. If you dream that somebody else is hiding, you are feeling the need for security and protection.

Hit/Hitting

If you dream of hitting something or someone, this symbolizes unexpressed anger and aggression. You tend to keep your negative feelings inside instead of expressing them in a healthy way.

Holding Hands

A dream about holding hands with someone means that you need and want to develop close friendships. It may also mean you are feeling sexy or want some physical affection. Your dream may also reflect anxieties about losing touch or drifting apart from someone.

Home

If you dream that you cannot find your way home, you have lost faith and belief in yourself. This dream may also signify a major transition in your life. To see your home in your dream signifies security, basic needs, and values. You may finally be feeling settled and comfortable in a new environment.

Horse

The horse is a lucky animal in dreams, suggesting the dreamer is in control of his/her life. If you dream of a runaway horse, you are scared by your own strong, passionate feelings.

Hospital

If you dream of a hospital, you are worried that you didn't do a thorough job on a recent project.

Hot

To dream that you are hot signifies passion and emotion. You may "have the hots" for someone. It may also reflect a situation that is potentially dangerous.

Hotel

Hotel dreams suggest the dreamer needs to learn a new way to think about an old problem in order to solve it.

Hug

A very pleasant dream symbol. It suggests love and tenderness. It is also symbolic of comfort and protection. The only time that this dream symbol has negative connotations is if you were to be hugged by a very unpleasant person or someone that you consider "evil." Otherwise, it is a sweet and comforting dream symbol.

Hunger

To dream about being hungry means you feel unappreciated for something. It can also mean you're not getting what you need from an important real life relationship.

Dreams Meanings letter G

 Gang

To dream you are a member of a gang means you are wanting the feeling of camaraderie and the feeling of belonging right now. To dream you are victimized by a gang means you're feeling overwhelmed or taken advantage of by a particular situation in your life, or you are feeling powerless.

Garage

A garage in a dream often refers to your activities that allow you to progress and get things done in your life - planning, strategizing, goal-setting - things that propel you forward. Your car in a dream represents your ability to move forward in your life, and your garage is what keeps the car in good shape - so it represents the groundwork you do that makes progress possible.

Garage sale

To dream you are having a garage sale means that you have "cleaning out" on your mind, and it's a good time to get rid of things, beliefs, and patterns that aren't working for you anymore. To dream you're shopping at someone else's garage sale means you're thinking that other people are generally helpful to you - you can "benefit from what they have to offer."

Garbage

Rejection, tossed aside, not wanted, not needed, or expendable. Also can mean distasteful or undesirable. To dream you are picking through garbage means you're dealing with having to do something you really don't want to do in real life. To dream someone is throwing garbage at you means you feel there's someone in real life who doesn't think much of you.

Garbage can

To dream of a garbage can represents the act of getting rid of or cleaning out. It can also represent neglecting responsibilities (by trying to toss them away - for example, throwing away a bill that's due).

Garbage dump

A person or place that gets "dumped on" with unwanted things, responsibilities, tasks, or toxic emotions or mental "garbage."

Garden

A garden in a dream can represent your life and all the aspects of it. Pay attention to the state of the garden, and any parts of it that feels significant.

Garden, vegetable

To dream of plants in a vegetable garden means the idea of personal nourishment and growth - and "reaping what you sow" - are important to you right now. You are looking forward to results from the effort you've invested.

Gas pedal

A gas pedal (in a vehicle) in a dream represents your ability to move forward and make progress in life. A gas pedal that's not working means you feel you're having trouble making progress in life. A gas pedal that sticks in the "down" positions means that you're having trouble stopping or slowing down in some aspect of your life.

Gate

A gate in a dream usually represents a passage from one phase to another in your life, or a new beginning. To dream about opening a gate means you are feeling confident enough for whatever's next in your life, or at least curious about it. You could also be searching for answers. A gate in a dream can also represent the entrance to a different reality, such as "the other side", heaven (such as in wishing you could visit a loved one who has passed on), or an imaginary place of comfort.

Gatekeeper

A gatekeeper in a dream represents a sense of control. If you are the gatekeeper, you're probably feeling that having control in your life is very important to you right now. If you're trying to get past a gatekeeper and having trouble, you have the perspective that others are holding you back. Be sure you're taking responsibility for your life and not just blaming others. 

Gathering

To dream that you are enjoying a gathering means that you are in a social or festive mood. A gathering in a dream can also represent your interactions with people around you - either recent interactions, or possible future ones.

Gavel

A gavel in a dream represents the ultimate or final authority or judgment. To dream that someone is banging a gavel means you're feeling subject to an authority other than yourself or vulnerable to others' judgments somehow in your real life. You may also have done something you could get in trouble for. Take inventory of irresponsible or dishonest things you've done and make amends (apologize and/or make things right).

Gazebo

A special or magical space or mood, or a wish for such an experience. To dream of a gazebo means that you are wishing for an escape from everyday life, perhaps a "shelter" from the storms of your life right now.

Gecko

The power of observation and perceptiveness; quick response. To dream of a gecko usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a gecko in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream gecko can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Genie

To dream of a genie means that you have a fond wish that you would like to see fulfilled. You have a need that is not being met. Maybe you can grant yourself a wish? If the genie in the dream is mean, it could mean you are sabotaging yourself.

Getting caught

To dream you get caught doing something you shouldn't be means that you're especially mindful of watchful eyes right now. Getting caught in a dream can also mean you're curious or that the idea of intruding on someone's privacy or space is on your mind. Getting caught doing something against the rules or against the law means you need to take more responsibility for yourself and your actions.

Getting lost

A dream that you are lost usually represents feeling lost or powerless somehow, or that you are feeling directionless or don't know which way to go in some aspect of your life.

Gift

To dream that you receive a gift means that you'd like for this to happen in real life, or that you're feeling fortunate in your life right now, or that someone has actually been generous to you - or is about to be.

Gin

If you dream that you are drinking alcohol, consider the feelings that you feel during the dream. Drinking alcohol in a dream can represent a desire to numb-out and escape a problem or situation, or a desire to feel more relaxed or more interactive with others, or a feeling of boredom or the need for more fun/excitement in your real life in general (totally separate from actual alcohol). 

Giraffe

The ability to see different perspectives, to see things differently than others, or to see both sides of an issue; also, the ability to easily reach beyond what others can see or do. To dream of a giraffe usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a giraffe in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream giraffe can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Girl Scouts

To dream that you are in Girl Scouts or at a Girl Scout event means you need to participate and socialize more in a supportive community, including giving and receiving encouragement and recognition. There will be definite rewards for your investment of time interacting with others. You may also have the need to try new things or hobbies.

Girlfriend

A dream about your real-life girlfriend means she's on your mind for a particular reason right now. Pay attention to what's happening in the dream for cues about your thoughts and feelings toward your girlfriend and/or the relationship. A dream about a girlfriend who is not your girlfriend in real life, and never has been, can mean your subconscious mind is exploring what it would be like to be closer to this person (as a girlfriend, or even just in general), or perhaps you just like this person, think they're nice, or find them interesting, or you've noticed qualities you like or admire. For a dream about an ex-girlfriend, see ex- dream.

Glacier

To dream about a glacier means very slow progress in a certain area of your life, with seemingly bleak conditions. A dream of a glacier may also mean that you're feeling impatient.

Glass slipper

To dream that a prince presents you with a Cinderella glass slipper means that you are not accepting yourself as you are, and you may be in pursuit of a false perfection that can only exist in your mind. Practice loving and accepting yourself as you are, appreciating and celebrating your uniqueness.

Gloomy

To dream of something gloomy means a questionable outcome (you don't know what to expect), or that you expect a negative outcome, or you're feeling hopeless or dreading something.

Glow

A glowing light in a dream can represent life energy, hope, goodness, or assistance - especially when it appears in the darkness. Something glowing eerily can represent a person or force with unknown intent.

Gloves

Gloves in a dream can represent self-protection, as in protecting one's self from others' cold or negative emotions the way gloves protect a person from cold temperatures. Gloves in a dream can also represent a masking of a person's identity or true motivations (as gloves mask a person's uniquely identifying fingerprints), or a person's denial of their own humanness or unique self - such as trying to feel no compassion or trying to act anonymously.

Gluttony

To dream you are over-eating or stuffing yourself may mean you're "stuffing" your feelings instead of listening to them, or that you tend to use food to substitute for real sources of happiness and love in your life. It can also mean that you feel deprived of the good things in life.

Goat

The ability to "make do" (resourcefulness), secure in one's own self, the ability to "climb" or make progress, agility. To dream of a goat usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a goat in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream goat can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

God (Holiness)

To dream you are in the presence of God means that you are feeling particularly connected with God/Spirit during your dream, or that you are yearning for that kind of deeper connection with or assistance from God/Spirit.

God (religious figure)

To dream of a god usually means you are seeking spiritual guidance, comfort, or connection of some kind. To see a god in a dream can also be a reminder to look within for your connection with Spirit (because the dream is showing the Spirit within you), rather than looking to religious things and people around you. Also, consider what the idea of this god means to you.

Gold

To dream of the color gold indicates that you're feeling blessed, or you will soon. 

Gold coins

To dream of gold coins represents value or currency of some kind (monetary, mental/emotional, effort, energy, or other things of value) - something you tend to give and receive in your life. Gold coins in a dream can also represent treasure (financial, emotional, mental, or sentimental, etc.), even in an unexpected or hidden form.

Goldfinch

A positive or happy attitude. To put on the "clothing" of happiness (represented by the goldfinch's cheerful color).

Goose

Returning home, or to that place of comfort inside oneself. Or outgrowing dependence on parents and establishing one's own independence and identity. Also, endurance and persistence.

Grackle

The ability to see beyond the obvious (represented by the grackle's rich, iridescent colors one might not notice at first glance). 

Graffiti

To dream that someone painted graffiti on your property means you're feeling intimidated, threatened, or violated (mentally, emotionally, or physically) or you're afraid your boundaries will be violated somehow.

Grammy Awards

Validation, recognition, and fame. To dream that you are receiving an award (such as a Grammy) means that you're feeling validated, recognized for your attributes, rewarded for your hard work, etc. - or that you wish you were. To dream that you are attending an awards ceremony and mingling with the celebrities probably means you're wanting to associate with more important people (in your mind) than you actually do, or that you'd like to elevate your social status and people's perception of you, or that you find fame and stardom fascinating.

Grasshopper

Moving forward in leaps, possibly amongst long periods without apparent progress. Or making progress in ways that don't appear to move directly towards a goal, such as through trial and error.

Grateful

To dream that you are grateful to someone means that you're actually feeling grateful to that person in real life, or to someone whom this dream figure represents. To dream that someone is grateful to you means you feel that you've been generous in some way and/or that you deserve thanks in real life.

Gratitude

To dream that you're feeling gratitude means you're feeling particularly fortunate, blessed, and/or filled with Spirit - either in general, or regarding a particular situation in your life.

Gravestone

To dream of a gravestone indicates the end of a phase, a sense of loss, or a fear of the unknown. 

Gray

The color gray in a dream represents gloominess, drabness, dullness, or lifelessness (the opposite of vividness).

Green

The color green in a dream can mean life or new life, freshness, vigor, coolness or a relaxing environment.

Groom

To dream you are getting married can mean you'd like to have a wedding (just the event itself), or you'd like to be in a marriage with someone, or you're feeling "on the spot" or the center of attention somehow in real life, or your reflecting on the closeness you have/had in a certain romantic relationship (past or present).

Groomsman

To dream you are participating in someone else's wedding, and you are happy about it, most likely shows your support and/or approval for that couple's relationship in real life, and that you wish them happiness. To dream you are attending or participating in someone else's wedding, and you are upset about it, most likely shows that you do not approve of that couple's real-life relationship.

Grosbeak

The healing of wounds, especially long-standing ones.

Groundhog

Keeping to one's self a lot, sleep and dreaming, cycles and seasons. To dream of a groundhog usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a groundhog in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream groundhog can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

Gauge

A guage in a dream represents the idea of measuring, studying, observing, comparing, or figuring something out.

Guide (spiritual)

To dream of a spirit guide means you are either receiving guidance, support, comfort, etc. from a real spiritual guide - or that you would like to.

Guillotine

To dream of a guillotine represents feeling like your identity is being threatened in real life. A person's head represents their personality, or who they are.

Gull

Persistence, even to the point of pestering. Brazen exploration, especially where there are likely to be rewards. Capable in more than one "world" or arena, as the gull is capable on land, in the air, or at sea. To dream of a gull usually means that these qualities are advantageous for you to have right now. Occasionally, a gull in a dream means that you'd benefit by having less of these qualities right now. A dream gull can also represent a person who you feel is showing these qualities.

OTHER MEANINGS...

Garage

If you dream that you are in a garage, you may be bored with your life. You may also be feeling that you have no direction or guidance when it comes to achieving your goals. If you dream of opening a garage door, you have made up your mind about something. If you close the door, you are putting off your goals for the sake of other people. If you dream of driving a car into a garage, your accomplishments will bring you happiness and security.

Garbage

Dreaming of garbage means you are ready to throw out old ideas and attitudes. It is a good dream signifying transition and renewal.

Gas Station

To dream that you are at the gas station indicates a need to reenergize and revitalize yourself. It may also suggest you should try to help others more.

Ghost

In general, seeing ghosts in your dreams symbolizes aspects of yourself that you fear. This may involve a painful memory, guilt, or some repressed thoughts. You may be anxious about your ability to achieve something in real life. Or, you may be afraid of death and dying.

Gift

To dream of a gift means that something is coming to you, so have high expectations. It will make you feel better about whatever you are going through.

Girl/Girlfriend

To dream of a girlfriend can be a straightforward representation of feelings or anxieties about your real life girlfriend. If you don't have one in real life, the dream represents a desire for more affection and appreciation.

Glass

To dream that you are drinking from a glass is an omen of good luck. If you dream of looking through glass, disappointments will interfere with your brightest hopes. To see broken glass in your dream suggests something you thought would last a long time will end surprisingly and too soon.

Gossip

To dream that you are being gossiped about means that something good will come your way. If you are gossiping about another person, it will lead to humiliation for you.

Grades

If you dream of getting excellent grades, you will succeed because you have a great deal of confidence and belief in yourself. To dream of getting bad or failing grades is an insecurity dream. It symbolizes the dreamer's feelings of not being good enough and a fear of not having a winning personality.

Grandparents

Dreaming of grandparents symbolizes all of the encouragement that is instilled in you. You have confidence in yourself and do not need to hear it from other people.

Grass

A dream about grass, especially if you lie down in it, means you are comfortable and happy with who you are.

Grounded

To dream of being grounded predicts an important problem involving a decision you will find difficult to make. Before you commit yourself, get advice from someone who is experienced in life. To dream of being released from a grounding means you have enough information to make an important choice.

Gun

May mean that you feel pressured by a male person in your life. It can also represent anxiety and the need for protection.