In dreams, animals that live below the surface can signify thoughts kept private.
When the action of a dream takes place underground
or in the back yard, or behind any building, it suggests thoughts or a state of
mind that is private or behind the scenes.
Today’s dream provides an example of how background can affect
foreground.
Dear SMYD,
I dreamed that whales and dolphins were swimming in my
backyard! They were leaping and
splashing, extremely playful and fun to watch.
I was thrilled, and so excited and happy to see them. I knew they were a good sign, that they meant
good things. I couldn’t wait to tell my
husband about them. But I also felt
frustrated when I tried to find him.
Then, when I went back to see the all the animals
and to show them off, there weren’t as many there. There weren’t any whales at all. All that was left were seals and dolphins and
they seemed less playful. And the water
had some scum in the corner nearest the house.
It was green like algae that forms on stagnant water. This was upsetting to me. I didn’t know what to do.
The next day, when I tried to talk to my husband
about it, all he said was that I worry too much about pollution! I am concerned about the environment, but even
though the pond scum bothered me, I think the dream is about something else. What do you make of it?
Signed,
Sad about the Whales
Dear Sad,
Your dream has selected an image and a concept that
are important to you to draw attention another aspect of your life that may be
languishing.
In your very own backyard, or below the surface of
your consciousness, are playing some beautiful and powerful animals. Whales and dolphins inspire awe not only fortheir wild beauty, but also for the intelligence we are learning more and more about. Even in your dream you knew their
appearance signaled positive things. For
you, this dream illustrates those powerful, positive and playful energies
playing just below the surface. You have
kept this part of yourself behind the scenes, but now you’d like to show it off
to the world.
The scum suggests a negative element creeps in and
keeps you from expressing the joy and creativity that is thriving within you
and ready to burst forth. Don’t give in
to pedestrian or pessimistic thoughts that seep into your mind, Dear
Dreamer! If allowed to expand, like the
algae in your dream, they can suck the air out of your playful self, limit your
creative impulses, and consign you to frustration and acceptance of the
mundane.
Your husband mentioned your caring concern for the
environment, and this may the appropriate focus for your talent and
energy. But you may also have an idea
that you have not yet expressed to the outside world, something that you have dreamed
of, but are shy to pursue. Find anoutlet for this part of yourself and you find a richer life.
Sweet Dreams to You!
SMYD
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