To see a storm in your dream signifies some overwhelming struggle, shock, loss or catastrophe in your waking life. The storm also represents unexpressed fears or emotions, such as anger, rage, turmoil, etc. On a more positive note, the storm symbolizes your rising spirituality. It may signal rapid changes ahead for you.
To dream that you take cover in a storm foretells that whatever disturbance or problems is occurring in your life will quickly blow over. Consider also the phrase "weather the storm", which refers to your ability and strength to withstand whatever comes.
To write a story in your dream represents your creativity and imagination. Alternatively, it signifies feelings that you are unable to verbally express or communicate openly. You are trying to convey your emotions through the story.
To tell or read a story in your dream indicates that there is some life lesson or moral that you need to learn or recognize.
Storyteller
To see or be a storyteller in your dream suggests that you need to hold onto the past and learn from it. You need to appreciate tradition and the lessons of the past.
Stove
To see a stove in your dream symbolizes a developing awareness. If the stove is broken and does not light, then it refers to an emotional issue you are facing in some waking relationship. You may be neglecting this relationship. Alternatively, the dream means that you need to focus your attention to something that you have placed on the back burner.
Stowaway
To see or dream that you are a stowaway suggests you are involved in some underhanded activity. It also refers to your lacking sense of belonging.
To dream that you are straddling something suggests that you are undecided about some issue or choice. You remain uncommitted to any one side for fear of alienating or distancing yourself from the other side. meanings by DreamMoods.com
To see or use a strainer in your dream indicates that you are unable to keep your emotions contained. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you need to separate your feelings from a situation and try to be more objective. The strainer may also represent something in your waking life that is causing you some stress. Consider the significance of what is being strained.
Strait Jacket
To see or wear a strait jacket in your dream indicates that you are feeling limited or restricted in some aspect of your life. You are feeling helpless.
To dream that you are stranded represents your feelings of isolation and loneliness. You are seeking out for someone to help and rescue you from your situation.
Strange
To dream that you are in a strange place represents change in your life. Consider how you feel about the surrounding. If you are afraid or lost, then it indicates that you are not ready for the change. You are not ready to leave the past behind. If you are excited or happy in this unknown place, then it suggests that you are ready for change.
To see a stranger in your dream signifies a part of yourself that is repressed and hidden. Alternatively, it symbolizes the archetypal dream helper who is offering you insight and advice.
To dream that you are kissing a stranger represents acknowledgement and acceptance of the repressed aspect of yourself.
To dream that a stranger is pretending to be someone you know means that this person who you know is not who you thought they were.
To dream that you are inside a stranger's house indicates that there is something that you have yet to discover about yourself. It may mean that there are repressed memories, fears or emotions that you are not confronting.
Strangle
To dream that you or someone else is being strangled indicates that you are repressing or denying a vital aspect of your expression.
To see or use a straw in your dream indicates that you may have been taking some things for granted. Once you pay more attention to the people around you, you will find that you will have stronger and more meaningful bonds with them. Alternatively, the dream means that you need to better direct your feelings and express it in a healthy way. Or perhaps the dream may be a metaphor for "the last straw". You have reached your breaking point.
To dream that you are buying straw suggests that you are trying to buy your way into a situation or relationship.
To see or eat strawberries in your dream signify your sensual desires and temptations. Strawberries are often associated with feminine qualities and female sexuality. Alternatively, to see strawberries in your dream indicate that your ideas and goals will soon be realized.
Stray
To see a stray animal in your dream suggests that you are feeling unwanted, lost, or out of touch with society. The dream may also be a metaphor indicating that you are "straying" away from some commitment or relationship.
To dream that you adopt or take in a stray animals indicate that you are wallowing in your loneliness.
Streaking
To dream that you or someone is streaking refers to your fleeting desires of being wild, free and spontaneous.
To see a stream in your dream represents a flow of fresh and profound ideas. The stream is also symbolic of the flow of your emotions. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on something that is "streaming" in at a steady pace. Perhaps you need to be patient.
To see a frozen stream in your dream indicates that your emotions are cold and hardened. You need to confront and deal with your hurt feelings
To see a street in your dream symbolizes your life's path. The condition of the street reflects how much control you have over the direction of your life. Consider also the name on the street as it may offer some significance or advice to the meaning of the dream.
To see or travel on side streets in your dream refer to a need to explore an alternative way of life.
*Please see also Road .
Streetcar
*Please See Trolley .
Streetlight
*Please See Lamppost.
Street Sweeper
To see or drive a street sweeper in your dream means that you need to clear up some things in your life in order to be able to move forward with your life. Excess things are hindering you from your goals.
Strength
To dream that you have great strength or little strength represents your level of power in some situation of your waking life.
To dream that you are under stress reflects the actual stress that you are experiencing in your waking life. The stress has carried over into your dream state where even in your sleep, you are unable to relax. The dream may call attention to some setbacks, obstacles, self-doubts, or criticism that you are facing in some waking situation or relationship. You are on the verge of breaking down and need to take some leisure time off to distance yourself from these issues.
To see or dream that you have stretch marks suggest that you are overextending yourself to others and are not paying enough attention to your own needs. You need to learn that you cannot be everything to everybody. Perhaps you are experiencing some emotional imbalance and tension. Alternatively, stretch marks represent a sense of failure or that you are not measuring up to others expectations.
To dream that you are lying on a stretcher indicates your need to be rescued from some situation or relationship. Perhaps you need to take time out and confront your emotional demons.
To see a stretcher in your dream suggests that there is trouble ahead for you in the near future.
To dream that you are stretching suggests that you are in need of some relaxation. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you are "stretching" yourself too thin, either financially, physically, emotionally or time-wise.
To dream that you are going on strike suggests that you are feeling under-appreciated. Perhaps you feel that you are being forced to do something that you don't really want to.
To see a string in your dream represents binding, cohesion, or joining, depending on the context of the dream. It relates to the strength of your involvement in a project, situation, or relationship. Perhaps, you are having concerns about your ability to hold some situation or relationship together. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you need to use your position and leverage to get what you want. Consider the phrase "pulling strings."
To dream that you are tying a string indicates something you have forgotten to do.
To dream that you are untangling a string suggests that there is some issue in your waking life that you need to straighten.
To see or hang string lights in your dream implies flexibility in how you see things.
Strip Club
To dream that you are in a strip club signifies repressed sexual thoughts or ideas that you are yearning to let out. You are ready to explore aspects of your own sexuality.
To see stripes in your dream suggest that you are making a bold and daring statement. Horizontal stripes represent your directness and straightforwardness, while vertical stripes indicate that you are a non-conformist. In particular, black and white vertical stripes signify your close-mindedness and limited way of thinking.
Stripper
To see a stripper in your dream signifies your desires to be more sexually open.
Stripper Pole
To see a stripper pole in your dream suggests that you need to be more comfortable with your body. The stripper pole is also a phallic symbol.
To dream that you are stripping indicates repression of your personal and physical desires. You are yearning for greater self-expression and exploration of your sexuality. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on being "stripped" of something that you valued or cherished.
To see a strobe light in your dream represents chaos in your waking life. Your perspective is skewed and you are not seeing things clearly. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you need to take on a different perspective or viewpoint.
To dream that you have a stroke refers to your inability to function in a certain situation of your waking life. You may be dealing with issues of acceptance/rejection and approval/disapproval.
To see someone suffering from a stroke represents your own repressed fears. Consider how aspects of that person has been repressed within your own self.
Stroller
*Please See Baby Carriage.
Strongman
*Please See Body Builder.
To see Asian-style structures in your dream refers to feelings that are foreign to you, particularly if you are not of Asian descent.
Struggle
To dream of a struggle indicates that you are experiencing some internal conflict. You are making a bigger issue out of something than it needs to be.
To feel stubble on someone's face implies that there is a situation that you should avoid. It is best not to get involved.
To dream that you have stubble means that you are ignoring or avoiding a situation.
Stucco
To see of dream of stucco symbolizes your hard protective shell. You are putting up an emotional barrier.
To dream that you are stuck represents a feeling of helplessness and not being able to escape from life's problems or stresses. You have lost confidence in yourself and in your ability to move ahead in your life. Your lack of clear goals and low self-esteem may be a common cause for such dreams.
Student
To dream that you are a student indicates that you need better understanding of something. There is some learning you need to do in order to get ahead in life. If you are a student in real life, then the dream may just be a reflection of who you are and bear no significance.
Studying
To dream that you are studying signifies that your intellect and knowledge will catapult you into a path of success and wealth. Alternatively, studying indicates that you need to study more or increase your self-knowledge.
To see a stuffed animal in your dream represents an immature attitude. You are trying to escape from your daily responsibilities and problems. Alternatively, a stuffed animal indicates your need to relax and be less serious. You need to let your mind and body to rejuvenate. A stuffed animal may also mean security, love, comfort, support and unconditional or unquestioned love.
To dream that a stuffed animal is choking you indicates that something that was originally emotionally comforting is now giving you much stress. You are feeling emotionally restricted and unable to communicate how you feel especially in matters of the heart.
To dream that your stuffed animal is getting run over by cars implies a lost of innocence. You have been hit with a hard with some painful truth or shocking experience that your childhood can no longer shield you from.
Dreaming of masturbating a stuffed animal refers to your inexperience or immature attitude about sex. Alternatively to dream that you are giving a stuffed animal a hand job indicates an unsatisfied or unfulfilled sex life.
Stumble
To dream that you stumble on something indicates that something is out of order with your life. As you are facing minor obstacles, you find that things are not going as smoothly as anticipated. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you are about to make a mistake in some waking decision.
Stump
To see a tree stump in your dream indicates that something or someone is preventing your growth or forward progress. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on "being stumped" on some problem or issue. The dream may be offering a solution to your problem.
Stun Gun
To dream that you have been hit by a stun gun suggests that you are in need of a jolt or a shot of energy in your life. Alternatively, the dream is a warning that you need to stop and think about what you are doing. Perhaps you need to be knocked into your senses.
Stunt
To dream that you are performing a stunt indicates that you are trying too hard to get attention. You are resorting to tricks and superficial means to get ahead, instead of on your merit and accomplishments.
To dream that you stutter indicates your inability to make yourself heard and express yourself clearly. You are hiding how you really feel. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you are nervous about what you are saying.
To see Styrofoam in your dream indicates that you are undergoing some form of transition in your life. In particular, to see a Styrofoam cup in your dream suggests that you are feeling somewhat insecure or instable in a relationship.
To see a submarine in your dream indicates that you are cautiously exploring your emotions and subconscious feelings. You are guarded about certain emotional issues. Alternatively, the submarine indicates that you need to adapt a different perspective and new understanding of an issue. The submarine is a metaphor that you need to get down to the core of some situation or problem.
Subtitle
To have subtitles in your dream indicate that what you are saying in your dream lacks clarity. The subtitles are drawing direct attention to what you are trying to say and convey. Or the dream is highlighting a lesson or advice that you need to take with you when you wake up.
To dream of suburbia represents potential, growth, and prosperity. It is also symbolic of family and an idyllic life. Alternatively, suburbia refers to sameness and monotony. The dream may be telling you that you need to break out of the mold.
Subway
To dream that you are in the subway denotes that you are reaching your goal via subconscious methods. By recognizing the hidden aspects of yourself, you are able to move forward in life. Alternatively, a subway suggests that you are making a hasty decision.
To dream about success represents confidence and a positive outlook. The dream is trying to motivate you and helping you achieve your goals. In order to have success and make it happen, you need to be able to visualize it.
Succubus
To see a succubus in your dream signifies subconscious sexual desires. The dream may also indicate jealousy.
To see succulents in your dream refer to your thirst for knowledge or information. If the succulents are in bloom, then it means that your old thoughts and outdated beliefs are dying. You are letting go of your negative attitudes or resentment toward others.
To dream that you are sucking on something indicates that you need emotional nurturance. You are expressing a desire to escape from your daily responsibilities. Alternatively, the dream refers to low self-esteem and feelings of inferiority. The dream may also be a metaphor for "sucking up" to someone or that you are a "sucker" in some waking situation.
To dream that someone is sucking on you suggests that you are feeling drained, physically and/or emotionally. You feel that you are too much of a giver in a situation or relationship.
To see or dream that you are using a suction cup points to some uncertainty or lack of commitment.
Dreaming that a suction cup is not adhering to the surface suggests that you are looking for a quick and easy fix to a problem and it's not working.
To see or play Sudoku in your dream suggests that you are being faced with a mental challenge and complex problem. Consider the significance of the number or numbers highlighted. The dream may point to financial worries and how you are trying to make the numbers work for you.
Suede
To see or feel suede in your dream indicates that you have a soft, but still tough persona. You may have a gentle facade, but you are still rugged on the inside. Alternatively, the dream eludes to your instinctual and animalistic nature and thus, have sexual connotations.
To dream that you are suffocating signifies that you are feeling smothered or oppressed by some situation or relationship. Something or someone is holding your back. You are experiencing a lot of stress and tension.
To suffocate someone in your dream indicates that you want to dominate or overpower this person in your waking life. This person may also represent an aspect of your own self that you are trying to control.
To see or eat sugar in your dream represents the pleasures and enjoyment that you are denying yourself in your life. Sometimes, you need to indulge yourself and not worry about the consequences.
To see a sugar cube in your dream suggests that you need to lighten up and quit being so serious.
Sugar Cane
To dream that you are eating sugar cane signifies vitality, health and prestige.
To dream that you commit suicide represents your desperate desire to escape from your waking life. You may be harboring feelings of guilt that you cannot get over and thus turning the aggression on yourself. You need to start approaching problems from a different angle. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you are saying good-bye to one aspect of yourself and hello to a whole new you. It is symbolic of a personal transformation or a new stage in your life.
To see someone commit suicide in you dream highlights your concerns for that person. Consider what characteristics and qualities in that person you may be trying to "kill" and annihilate in your own self. Perhaps you hope that you are not like this person and are making attempts to get rid of those traits within your own self.
Suit
To dream that you are wearing a suit indicates that you want to be acknowledged and recognized for your abilities and skills. You do not want your power to go unnoticed.
Suitcase
To see a suitcase in your dream indicates that you are a very composed, together person. You keep your attitudes and behavior in check. Alternatively, a suitcase symbolizes your need for a much needed vacation or break. You need a change of scenery in your life.
Sulfur
To see sulfur in your dream represents a higher level of reasoning. You need to trust your intuitive side as well as your rational side.
To see a sultan in your dream refers to responsibilities and expectations. Alternatively, the sultan may be symbolic of a controlling father.
To dream that you are a sultan refers to your desires to lead. You feel that others look up to you. The dream may also be telling you that you are being too pushy with your beliefs and views on others.
Summer
To dream about summer represents growth, knowledge, high productivity, tolerance and maturity. You are expanding your realm of understanding. It is important to keep your hope alive. meanings by DreamMoods.com
Summit
To see or dream that you are on a summit symbolizes your ambitions and goals. Consider your perspective and what you see when you are on the summit.
To dream that you are at a summit meeting refers to your worldly views and political opinions.
Sumo
To see a sumo wrestler in your dream suggests that you are throwing your weight and power around. You are not afraid to let others know that you are in charge.
To watch sumo wrestling in your dream indicates that you are dealing with a big problem in your waking life. You feel that the problem has a stronghold on you.
To see the sun in your dream symbolizes peace of mind, enlightenment, tranquility, fortune, goodwill, and insight. It also represents radiant energy and divine power. Generally, the sun is a good omen, especially if the sun is shining in your dream. The sun may also be a metaphor for your "son".
To dream that the sun has a creepy, harsh glare represents a significant disruption or serious problem in your life. The sun is considered a life-giver and thus, any abnormalities and peculiarities to the sun's appearance represents some sort of pain or chaos occurring in your waking life.
To dream that the sun is exploding signifies a traumatic or devastating end to a situation or relationship. You feel that an important aspect of your life is over.
To see a sunbird in your dream indicates that you are being underestimated because of your size or appearance.
To dream that you have a sunburn indicates that there is an emotional situation or problem that you can no longer avoid. Some urgent matter is literally burning through to your soul and demanding your immediate attention.
Sundae
To see or eat a sundae in your dream symbolizes joy, pleasure, togetherness and satisfaction with your waking life. You are happy with how things are going in your waking life and are giving yourself a sweet reward. The dream may also be a pun on Sunday. Perhaps there is some occasion or appointment that you need to remember on Sunday.
Sunday
To dream about Sunday signifies spiritual enlightenment, relaxation and appreciation.
To see a sundial in your dream indicates that something in your waking life does not feel quite real. You may be trying to live up to unrealistic expectations or goals. meanings by DreamMoods.com
To see a sunflower in your dream symbolizes warmth, abundance, longevity, and prosperity. The sunflower also serves to point you in the right direction and is a source of spiritual guidance. Even through difficult times, you will persevere. Alternatively, the sunflower denotes haughtiness. You may be deceived by the false appearance of someone.
To dream that you are wearing sunglasses indicates your poor perception of some issue. You tend to be pessimistic and see the dark or negative side of things. Perhaps you don't want to see or be seen.
To see someone wear sunglasses in your dream suggests that you are having a hard time getting to know this person. He or she is hard to read.
Sunrise
To see the sunrise in your dream represents new beginnings, renewal of life and energy, and fulfillment of your goals and purpose. You are about to embark on a new adventure in your personal life.
Sunroof
To see or open a sunroof in your dream represents enlightenment. You are receiving guidance from a higher source. The dream also highlights your connection to your spirituality. If you are closing the sunroof, then it indicates that you are not in tune with your spiritual side.
Dreaming that you are in a sunroom refers to your new found spiritual awakening. It may also point to a strong connection with your spirituality.
Sunscreen
To see or apply sunscreen in your dream suggests that you are refusing to see the truth in some matter. You are rejecting some advice or message. Alternatively, the dream is symbolic of an emotional wall that you are putting up. You feel the need to protect yourself against negative influences.
Sunset
To see the sunset in your dream indicates the end of a cycle or condition. It is a period of rest, contemplation and evaluation.
To dream of sunshine indicates that you are experiencing some sort of emotional or situational breakthrough. The dream is offering you reassurance that you are headed on the right track.
To dream that you have a suntan signifies the shadow aspect of yourself and your primal instincts and natural senses. It is also indicative of hard work. You are owning up to your duties and responsibilities.
To dream that someone else has a suntan suggests that you are not properly acknowledging a quality or aspect of that person within your own self.
Super Soaker
To see or play with a super soaker in your dream suggests that you are directing your aggression toward one person. You are upset at this person, but are not expressing your anger in an appropriate manner. Alternatively, the dream may be analogous to the sexual act. Or the dream may be a pun on "soak her".
To see or drive a supercar in your dream indicates that you are moving ahead in life on your own terms. It also means that you want others to pay attention to you. Alternatively, driving a supercar in your dream may mean that you are moving too aggressively and too fast in some area of your life.
Dreaming that you win a supercar suggests that you are living beyond your means.
To dream that you are a superhero represents your above-average talents, ideas, and other hidden abilities that you may not realize you possessed. Alternatively, the dream parallels some extraordinary problem or issue that you are trying to deal with in your waking life. You need to approach the issue head on.
To dream that a superhero has weak powers suggests that no one is invincible; everyone has their weaknesses. This superhero in your dream may represent someone in your waking life who you idolize and who you thought was always so strong. Perhaps this person disappointed you or this person suddenly fell ill.
Superman
To see Superman in your dream represents the heroic male figure in your life. It is also a symbol of power, strength, and masculinity.
To dream that you are Superman suggests that you are taking on too many responsibilities. You feel that you are going above and beyond your expectations. Because of Superman's ability to fly, perhaps you are expressing an subconscious desire to fly off and get away from it all.
Supermarket
*Please see Market.
To see a supernova in your dream represents something brilliant, new and great. Alternatively, the dream may indicate shattered hopes. Although what you may be experiencing is destructive or difficult, it will work out to be a good thing in the long run.
To dream that you have a superpower implies that you always look at the positives of even a bad situation. You have limitless energies. You are also feeling empowered and confident about your abilities. Consider the significance of your superpower and how it applies to a situation or relationship in your waking life. If you dream that you can fly, then it means that you are on top of the situation. If you dream that you can make things move by waving your hand, then the dream is telling you that you need to put your ideas into action. It could also indicate that things in life have come a little easy for you. If you dream that you can read other people's minds, then it signifies that you have clarity in some situation or problem. You are experiencing peace of mind. If you dream that you can change the weather, then it refers to your ability to turn certain emotions on and off.
To see or dream that you are a supervillain indicates that you are thriving on the negative aspects of your own self. You are letting negative emotions rule your actions and behavior.
Supper
*Please See Dinner .
To see the Supremes in your dream signifies your achievements. The Supremes may also be a metaphor for being supreme or being at the top of some situation or circumstance.
To see or ride a surfboard in your dream suggests that you are going with the flow of things. You have given in to the existing rhythm and are just along for the ride. The dream may also be trying to tell you that you need to take more initiative in where you want to go and what you want to do. Alternatively, riding a surfboard refers to your leisurely pursuits.
To dream that you are surfing parallels the ups and downs of some emotional situation or relationship. You may feel overwhelmed. One minute you can be in control of your emotions and the next minute you are not. Alternatively, the dream means that you are going with the flow. meanings by DreamMoods.com
To dream that you or someone else is undergoing surgery signifies the opening of the Self and/or the need for emotional healing. You need to "cut out" or eliminate something from your life. Alternatively, a surgery suggests that you are feeling the influence of some authority figure. You are being swayed to act and behave a certain way. A more literal interpretation of this dream may reflect your concerns about upcoming surgery or about your health.
Surgical Mask
To see or wear a surgical mask in your dream indicates a fear of change. You are refusing to see any other viewpoint. Alternatively, the dream highlights your inability to speak your mind. Perhaps you are not able to effectively vocalize your feelings.
To dream that you are pleasantly surprised indicates that you are open to acknowledging and confronting your subconscious feelings.
To dream that you are unpleasantly surprised suggests fear of the unexpected and unknown. You do not want to face your feelings.
To dream that you surrender suggests that you need to rid yourself of past emotions and habit. It is time to let go. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are giving up something important. Perhaps you are having second thoughts.
To dream that you or someone is a surrogate indicates that you are trying to compensate for something that is missing in your life. You are looking to replace or substitute a missing aspect of your life.
Surroundings
*Please See Landscape.
To see or dream that you are on a surveillance camera reflects your feelings of being scrutinized. You feel all eyes are on you and have a tendency to please others.
Survey
To dream that you are taking a survey suggests that you are trying to assess your abilities and evaluate a situation. You need to determine if you have what it takes to achieve your goals. You are being put through some sort of test. Consider the type of questions being asked in the survey and how it applies to your waking life.
To dream that you are a survivor of some disaster or accident means that you will prevail over your current problems. You need to look at the bright side of things no matter how bleak things may be at the moment.
To see or eat sushi in your dream indicates that you need to acknowledge your spiritual side. It is food for thought. Or it may symbolize certain raw emotions that you have yet to deal with. Alternatively, sushi means that you need to adapt a more healthier lifestyle.
To dream that you are suspended from school indicates that you are feeling disconnected. You may be questioning your identity and who you are. Perhaps you are questioning your future. Alternatively, the dream refers to feelings of guilt and shame from your actions. You need to clear your conscience.
Suspenders
To see or wear suspenders in your dream indicates that you are doing your best to hold yourself up in some situation. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on being left hanging.
Suspicious
To dream that you are suspicious about something signifies your intuition and your insecurities about a situation or relationship. You feel that you are left in the dark about some information. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you are feeling unprepared. You fear the unknown.
To see a S.W.A.T. team in your dream refers to an emotional situation or personal relationship that you need to handle carefully. The S.W.A.T team may also symbolize protection of some emotionally painful subconscious material. Your own mind is trying to prevent you from confronting the pain.
To see or use a swab in your dream represents your need for healing and/or cleansing.
To dream that you or someone is swaddled means that you are seeking a sense of security. You want to feel protected. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are feeling helpless in a situation.
To dream that you swallow something indicates that you are holding back your feelings or words. You may feel unable to express your anger. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you need to swallow your pride in some situation.
To see a swallow in your dream symbolizes purity, renewal, never-ending joy and fresh beginnings.
To see a swamp in your dream symbolizes the repressed and dark aspects of yourself. You may be feeling insecure. The dream may also be a pun on feeling swamped from work, a relationship, or other emotional burden.
To dream that you are walking through a swampy area foretells that you will find yourself in an adverse situation. You may experience setbacks and disappointments in love. Alternatively, walking through a swamp in your dream denotes the attainment of prosperity and pleasure through dangerous and underhanded means.
Swan
To see a white swan in your dream symbolizes grace, purity, beauty, dignity, wealth and prestige. Something or someone that may initially be unappealing can turn out to be quite attractive. It is important not to prejudge a situation or person based on the surface.
To see a black swan in your dream signifies mystery and the unknown. It represents something that is alluring, yet forbidden.
To dream that you are flying on a swan's back over a rough ocean implies that you are dealing with some emotional issue as graceful as you can.
Swap Meet
To dream that you are at a swap meet suggests that you are feeling undervalued or under- appreciated. You are selling yourself short. Consider the symbolism of the item you are buying and how you feel about it in the dream. Alternatively, the dream may be interpreted literally and represents something occurring in your life that needs to be "swapped" or exchanged.
To see a swarm in your dream symbolizes some negative energy or influence in your waking life. You feel that others are working against you, especially if the swarm is coming toward you. Alternatively, a swarm represents a team effort. The dream highlights your power as a group.
Swastika
To see the swastika in your dream symbolizes hatred, evil, cruelty, and destruction. It is commonly associated with the Nazis.
To dream that you are swearing suggests that you need to stop allowing others to harass you. You need to stand up for yourself and don't allow yourself to be taken advantage of.
To hear someone swear in your dream indicates that you have overlooked an urgent matter or situation. Perhaps someone is in need of rescue from some circumstance and it is your job to protect them.
To dream that you are sweating suggests that you are experiencing some overwhelming anxiety, stress, fear, or nervousness in your life. This dream may serve to remind you that in order to achieve success, you need to endure the struggle and efforts that go along with success. Alternatively, sweating signifies a kind of cleansing or ridding of bad karma. You may be going through an emotional cool-off period.
To see or wear a sweatshirt in your dream indicates your need to relax and escape from work or school. It denotes a laid back attitude.
Sweatshop
To dream that you are in a sweatshop signifies your waking unhappiness and discontentment at work. Alternatively, you may also be feeling undervalued or stifled in some area of your life.
To see or wear a sweater in your dream symbolizes warmth and love. You have a strong connection to your family and home life. Alternatively, a sweater represents innocence, immaturity, and/or naive thinking.
To dream that you are knitting a sweater symbolizes your creativity. It may also indicate that you need practice patience.
To dream that you are sweeping implies that you are clearing your mind of emotional and mental clutter. Get rid of all the minor annoyances in your life and focus on the more important things. You need to take a new stance and have a fresh attitude toward life. Alternatively, sweeping means that you are ignoring some important facts and are going against what your gut and intuition is saying.
To taste something sweet in your dream suggests that life is going well for you. You are expressing your satisfaction with life. Alternatively, the dream may be giving approval to move forward with some decision or action. Sometimes, you need to indulge yourself and not worry about the consequences.
To see or eat a sweet potato in you dream suggests that your libido is stronger than the person that you are with or vice versa. You need to try and compromise aspects of yourself in order to make the relationship comfortable and satisfying for both.
Sweetgum Tree
To see a sweetgum tree in your dream symbolizes fertility, abundance and longevity.
Dreaming about the ball or seed of a sweetgum tree represents protection. Alternatively, a sweetgum ball may be analogous to a prickly situation where you are unable to detach yourself from.
To see or eat sweets in you dream represent indulgence, sensuality, and forbidden pleasure. Perhaps you have been depriving yourself of some joy or pleasure and the dream is a way for you to reward yourself. Alternatively, the dream symbol is a metaphor for your sweetie or the special someone in your life.
To dream that you are giving sweets to a loved one refers to your desires to connect to this person in a more loving way. Or it may mean that you want to spread joy to those around you.
To dream that you are swelling up symbolizes a growing problem or issue. You need to address the situation before it gets out of hand. Consider the object or body part that is swollen for additional significance. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on something that is going "swell". Or it may be a metaphor of your over-inflated ego.
To dream that you are swimming suggests that you are exploring aspects of your subconscious mind and emotions. The dream may be a sign that you are seeking some sort of emotional support. It is a common dream image for people going through therapy.
To dream that you are swimming underwater suggests that you are completely submerged in your own feelings. You are forcing yourself to deal with your subconscious emotions.
To dream that you are swimming away from someone or something indicates that you are avoiding some deep emotional issue. You are refusing to acknowledge and confront your feelings because it may be too painful or too fresh. In particular, if you are swimming away to escape danger or death, then it suggests that you are letting fear take over your actions. You are afraid of change.
To see children swimming in your dream indicates that you need to adapt a more carefree attitude.
To dream that you are wearing swimming gear (swim goggles, swimming cap, swimming armbands, swim socks) implies that you are ready to confront some painful emotion.
To see a swimming pool in your dream symbolizes relaxation, calmness, luxury and ease. You need to take a break. Alternatively, a swimming pool suggests that you need to acknowledge and understand your feelings. It is time to dive in and deal with those emotions. You need to cleanse yourself and wash away past hurts. Consider the depth of the pool. If you were swimming on the deep end, then it means that those emotions are deeply seated and may be harder to confront. You will need to work through it, no more matter how difficult. If you are swimming on the shallow end, then it implies that you should be able to easily deal with your feelings.
To see an empty swimming pool in your dream suggests that you are literally feeling empty and devoid of emotions.
To dream that the swimming pool is filled with trash indicates that you are leading a lifestyle of excess. You need to tone it down and discard some of the negative emotions in your life.
To dream of a rooftop swimming pool indicates spiritual cleansing. It may also mean that you are enjoying all your successes.
Swimsuit
To dream that you are wearing a swimsuit suggests that you are feeling exposed or emotionally vulnerable. Consider how you feel in the swimsuit. If you are comfortable in the swimsuit, then it signifies a life of ease, relaxation and leisure. If you feel uncomfortable, then it represents a lack of self confidence. If you are wearing a swimsuit in an inappropriate occasion, then it has similar significance as being naked in a dream.
To dream that you are on a swing suggests that you are experiencing great satisfaction and freedom in your waking life. It also symbolizes cycles and movement. Alternatively, a swing signifies a desire for sexual variety. The dream may be a pun on being a "swinger."
To see a swing set in your dream indicates memories from childhood. You want to escape from your current responsibilities and be worry free.
To dream that you are swinging suggests that you are going back and forth in some situation or decision. You need to make up your mind.
Swiss
To see or eat Swiss cheese in your dream may be a metaphor for holes or flaws in your way of thinking. Alternatively, the dream represents someone who is Swiss.
*Please Also See Cheese.
To see or use a Swiss Army Knife in your dream implies that you are adept to various situations. If you are looking or buying a Swiss Army Knife, then it means that you are lacking a certain skillset to accomplish a task. You need to seek help from others.
To see a switch in your dream represents the status of a situation or relationship in your life, depending on whether the switch is on or off. The dream may also be a pun on something that has been "switched", changed or exchanged.
In particular, to dream that a light switch is broken or that you cannot find the switch indicates a lack of insight and perspective on a situation.
To see or use a switchblade in your dream represents hidden danger. Alternatively, the appearance of a switchblade in your dream implies that you need to make a quick decision.
To dream that you are wielding a sword represents your strength, ambition, competitive nature decisiveness and willpower. You are looking to hold a position of prestige, authority, and distinction. Alternatively, the sword may be seen as a phallic symbol and thus represent masculine power.
Swordfish
To see a swordfish in your dream represents your ability to cut through your emotions and break through the emotional barriers. Alternatively, the swordfish symbolizes masculine sexuality.
Sycamore
To see a sycamore tree in your dream represents a person who you want to emulate. Who is standing under or near the tree?
To see an unknown symbol in your dream indicates your ambivalence, confusion, or ignorance in a situation. Consider the shape of the symbol and what it reminds you of for additional significance.
Sympathy
To feel or be sympathetic in your dream is a dream of the contrary and means that you are lacking sympathy in your walking life. You are emotionally distant or cold. Perhaps you feel that you cannot relate to others or that others do not understand you.
Symphony
To dream that you are attending a symphony represents harmony and cooperation in a situation or relationship. The dream serves as a form of inspiration and renewal. You are feeling emotionally and mentally uplifted.
Synthesizer
To see or play a synthesizer in your dream signifies harmony. The dream may also be a metaphor that you need to incorporate, adapt, and "synthesis" various aspects of yourself in order to achieve success and harmony in your life.
To see a syringe in your dream symbolizes health issues, illness, or drug use. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you need to inject more enthusiasm, fun, or determination into your life. Consider also the contents of the syringe and how it would affect you.
From a Freudian perspective, the needle and its contents represent the penis and sexual intercourse.
To dream that you are removing syringes from your arm means that you need to rid yourself of the toxic influences in your life.
*Please see also Injection .
Synagogue
To see or dream that you are in a synagogue represents your need for spiritual nourishment and enlightenment. It is time to explore your spiritual side. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you are looking for a place of refuge and a place to keep things that are dear to you.
Syrup
To see syrup in your dream symbolizes sentimentality and nostalgia. Alternatively, the dream means that you have found yourself in a sticky situation. Or the dream may be a metaphor for some situation or something that is moving slowly.