Using A Dream Dictionary
The use of a dream dictionary can be a very useful tool in
interpreting dreams. A dream dictionary is usually a listing of
common symbols that appear in dreams and a short description of
what these symbols often indicate. In many dreams where there is
a prevalent symbol, it is very worthwhile to use a dream
dictionary to interpret your dream. For those who have a
particular symbol that appears repeatedly in their dreams, a
dream dictionary may provide them with some insight into what
the symbol means. Once you understand what the symbol means, it
is often easy to make the connection to what is going on in your
life that is making your subconscious project this image in your
dreams.
The caveat to using a dream dictionary is that the symbols found
in these dictionaries do not necessarily have to be symbolic in
your particular dream. One example is when there are images of
ice in your dream. While ice may have certain symbolic meanings,
it doesn't always have to have the meaning indicated in the
dream dictionary. Other factors such as a recent snowfall or
setting the thermostat a little too low could also be reasons
for dreaming of ice. A dream dictionary can provide a great deal
of insight but it is important that you realize that not
everything in your dream has to have a symbolic meaning.