Death

To dream about the death of a loved one suggests that you are lacking a certain
aspect or quality that the loved one embodies. Ask yourself what makes this person
special or what you like about them. It is that very quality that you are lacking in
your own relationship or circumstances. Alternatively, the dream indicates that
whatever that person represents has no part in your own life anymore.In particular,
to dream about the death of your living parents indicates that you are undergoing a
significant change in your waking life. Your relationship with your parents has
evolved into a new realm.If you dream about the death of a child, then it implies
that you need to let go of your immaturity and start being more serious. As your
child reaches certain milestones and grows into an adult, dreaming of their death
may be symbolic of their own self-discovery, transition and transformation into a
new stage of life.
To dream that you are faking your own death suggests that you are looking for a
new start. You need some change in your life.If you dream that your significant
other is faking their own death, then the dream represents something new that you
are learning about them. Or it may mean that they are not who you thought they
were.
To have a near death experience in your dream implies that you are experience a
relapse of sorts. You are reverting back to your old habits and ways. Alternatively,
the dream indicates that you are being given a second chance or second try at
something.
To dream that you die in your dream symbolizes inner changes, transformation,
self-discovery and positive development that is happening within you or your life.
You are undergoing a transitional phase and are becoming more enlightened or
spiritual. Although such a dream may bring about feelings of fear and anxiety, it is
no cause for alarm as it is often considered a positive symbol. Dreams of
experiencing your own death usually means that big changes are ahead for you.
You are moving on to new beginnings and leaving the past behind. These changes
does not necessarily imply a negative turn of events. Metaphorically, dying can be
seen as an end or a termination to your old ways and habits. So, dying does not
always mean a physical death, but an ending of something. If you dream that
someone is telling you that you are going die, then it implies that you are being
pressured to make an important change or choice. You are about to embark on
some new life adventure.
If a love one has past away, but you dream that he or she didn't really die that first
time and are being buried again indicates that this loved one was taken before their
time and you never got a chance to say a proper good bye. Perhaps there was
some unfinished issue that is still left lingering long after their death. You wished
you had a little more time with them.
On a negative note, to dream that you die may represent involvement in deeply
painful relationships or unhealthy, destructive behaviors. You may feeling
depressed or feel strangled by a situation or person in your waking life. Perhaps
your mind is preoccupied with someone who is terminally ill or dying. Alternatively,

you may be trying to get out of some obligation, responsibility or other situation. You
are desperately trying to escape from the demands of your daily life.
To see someone dying in your dream signifies that your feelings for that person are
dead or that a significant change/loss is occurring in your relationship with that
person. Alternatively, you may want to repress that aspect of yourself that is
represented by the dying person. If you see a stranger die in your dream, then it
implies that you are feeling detached from the changes that are happening around
you.
To smell death in your dream refers to a situation that has long been dead. It is time
to stop dwelling on the past and move on.
*Go to Common Dreams: Death Dreams for further analysis. Also See the Meaning
in Action: "Eating Out with My Dead Mother" and "Grandmother's Death".
Death Penalty
To dream that you are given the death penalty means that you need to reevaluate
your life and the decisions that you are making. You are going on the wrong path.
Alternatively, a death sentence means that you have a limited time to respond or to
do something.
Debate
To dream that you are in a debate symbolizes some inner turmoil or conflict that you
are experiencing. It also means that you will find closure to those unresolved
issues.
Debt
To dream that you are in debt signifies imbalance, struggle, worry and trouble in
some personal situation or business matter. Alternatively, it may indicate that you
are putting too much demands of others.
Debutante Ball
To attend a debutante ball in your dream represents a celebration of life. You are
welcoming new experiences, changes and challenges.
To dream that a debutante ball is held in your honor indicates that you are
undergoing a transitional phase in your life. It is a new beginning for you.
Decapitation
*Please See Behead.
Decay
To see something decay in your dream signifies the degradation of a situation or
circumstance. It may also represent the death of an old situation before the rebirth
into a new stage.
Deceased
*Please See Dead.
December
To dream of the month of December signifies togetherness, friendships, and happy
reunions. Consider your own personal associations with this month. Is it someone's
birthday? Does it invoke the holiday spirit? Is the dream telling you to be more
giving? Does December signify a closure to something?
Deception
To dream that you are deceiving someone suggests that you are lying to yourself
that everything is okay when in reality it is not. You are trying to cover up some

mistake or some lie. The deceit is manifesting itself into your dream and eating
away at your conscious.
Deck
To dream that you are out on the deck represents your connection with your Self
and with nature. You need to be more aware of your surroundings and appreciate
the environment. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you are all
"decked out" for some special occasion. You are showing off.
Decompose
*Please See Decay.
Decorate
To dream that you are decorating suggests that you are trying to mask or cover up
something. You may be putting up a front instead of addressing the core matter at
hand.
Decoy
To dream that you are using a decoy indicates your tendency to mislead people.
Your conscious may be appearing in your dream to try and steer you back in the
right direction.
To dream that you are a decoy represents self denial or self deception. You are
trying to tell yourself to believe one thing, but really feel differently.
Deed
To dream that you a signing a deed suggests that you are making some unwise
choices.
Deep
To dream of something deep or a place of great depth represents things that you
are avoiding or feelings that you are suppressing. Alternatively, the dream implies
that there is more to something or someone that what you see on the surface.
Deer
To see a deer in your dream symbolizes grace, compassion, gentleness, meekness
and natural beauty. It has feminine qualities and may point to the feminine aspect
within yourself. It also represents independence, alertness, and virility. Consider the
symbol to be a pun for someone who is "dear" to you. Alternatively, the dream
represents vulnerability and naivet. As a result, others may take advantage of you
and your gullibility.
If the deer is black, then it means that you are not acknowledging or are rejecting
the feminine qualities in you. You may not be in tune with your feminine side.
To dream that you hunt or kill a dear suggests that you are trying to suppress those
feminine qualities.
Defeat
To dream that you have been defeated indicates that you are headed in the wrong
direction. You need to reevaluate the situation and rethink what is really best for
you. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you need to learn from your
experiences, even the negative ones.
Defecate
To dream that you are defecating on someone indicates your anger and hostility
toward that person.
To dream that you are being defecated on represents feelings of guilt and

unworthiness. You may be suffering from low self-esteem.

*Please see also Bowel Movement or Feces.
Defend
To dream that you are defending yourself suggests an underlying hurt. It may
parallel a waking life situation where you are being put on the defensive.
To dream that you are defending someone indicates that you are projecting your
beliefs and feelings onto someone else. By defending this person, you are
deflecting or undermining your own beliefs. Perhaps you are not ready to confront
your feelings.
Dreaming that someone is defending you or standing up for you symbolizes your
sense of self-worth.