The most common dreams, and what they really mean
Losing teeth -
One of the most common types of dreams, it might mean that you're worried about your appearance, or that you're concerned about your ability to communicate.
Losing teeth -
Dreaming about losing teeth might also be rooted in reality. According to a 2018 study, actual dental irritation could be the reason, rather than psychological distress.
Being chased -
Running away from something or being chased in your dream suggests that you are running away from something that is causing you fear or anxiety.
Being chased -
A behavior of avoidance contributes to this dream, which can also be a recurring dream until you find the issue and resolve it in your waking life.
Falling -
Falling in a dream may reflect feelings of fear, anxiety, or betrayal. They can also be associated with feeling out of control or overwhelmed.
Falling -
Falling dreams can also be caused by letdowns and disappointments, especially by things we had high hopes for.
Taking a test -
Taking an exam in your dream might reveal an underlying fear of failure. This is because tests present stressful experiences.
Taking a test -
To dream of failing an exam, being late for one, or being unprepared demonstrates that you don't feel prepared for the challenges of your waking life.
Position of power -
Dreaming that you're a CEO, president, or royal seems to be grand. However, most people who dream of being in a position of power are, in fact, not living in reality.
Position of power -
In fact, what looks like grandiosity is actually compensatory. The dream covers up for the feelings of powerlessness.
Naked in public -
Dreaming about being naked in public is typically connected to something in your daily life that has left you feeling embarrassed, scrutinized, or vulnerable.
Naked in public -
However, if you're in the nude and feel no shame, it could be the total opposite. Maybe you want to be seen, acknowledged, and admired.
Money -
Dreaming about winning money could indicate that you're feeling optimistic about the current direction your life is taking.
Money -
However, dreaming about losing money may reflect a negative financial situation in your real life.
Flying -
Flying dreams can be exciting and even liberating, but they can also be frightening if you're afraid of heights.
Flying -
Flying dreams often have two very different meanings. They can represent feelings of freedom and independence, or the desire to flee or escape from the realities of life.