Dreams have always been mysterious phenomena that are hard to explain. Some refer to dreams as hallucinations, some regard them as intertwined memories, and some may even view them as foretellings of the future. Many wake up wondering, what does my dream mean? And while the experts can explain certain aspects of dreaming, it's still very much a hot topic whether dreams have a purpose.
Interestingly, certain dreams are more common than others. While it's unlikely that people would have identical dreams, especially considering that many forget them shortly, specific subjects, topics, or events appear in dreams more often than others. These are the so-called common dreams. While these are highly individual, as dreams are often based on one's recent activities, conversations, or other matters, certain visions and their contents reappear more often than others.
Among the most common dreams are flying, falling, being chased, drowning, losing one's teeth, and many more unusual occurrences. Rather creepy stuff, one may say. And while there is no present scientific consensus on what dreams mean, many scientists have tried to explain dream meanings by studying the content of dreams.
Below, we've compiled a list of the most common dreams people have and the meaning behind them. However, while these explanations are widely circulating, remember that the meaning of dreams remains very much a grey area in science. Do you believe in common dream meanings? Have they ever proven to be valid? Or perhaps you know of some more common dreams and what they mean? Let us know in the comments!
#61 Tornado

Women experience this kind of dream more often. The tornado dream is pretty standard for people who would consider themselves worrywarts. Your feelings at the time of the dream will be reflected in the weather. Tornadoes stand for uncontrollable anxiousness and stress. Similar to how a tornado may cause destruction, stress and anxiety can do the same.
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#62 Keeping A Secret

Even if you’re keeping a secret that has nothing to do with you in real life, this interpretation of your dream still applies to your situation. It can be something personal about you that you don’t want other people to know. Perhaps you have a negative view of yourself. Maybe you are insecure, or it’s a private opinion you don’t want everyone to know about. If you frequently have dreams of this kind, ask yourself what it is about you that you don’t want others to know.
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#63 Alien Encounter

In the sense that we are most “alien” to ourselves, either our higher selves or the part of ourselves we’ve thrown away, coming into contact with aliens is a common dream. Our deep-seated fears of rejection, loneliness, and alienation are revealed by our dreams. Maybe you’re terrified of being seen as crazy if you show your true self. If you dream about being in space, you are gaining access to a broader vision that extends beyond the tight perspective of everyday life and into undiscovered sources of creativity and inspiration.
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#64 Broken Phone, Computer, Or TV

This kind of dream typically emphasizes a problem with a relationship with an important person in the dreamer’s life. Even while these dreams can be upsetting, they generally have good intentions. They are letting us know that there is a problem with our communication and urging us to find new, resourceful, and innovative ways to communicate with people.
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#65 Playing Sports

Suppose you don’t often play sports but are becoming athletic in your dream. In that case, it may be a sign that you are pushing yourself too hard in real life and need to be careful not to overdo things. It may also indicate that you are feeling competitive or surrounded by rivals that you should avoid.
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#66 Being Bald

If you aren’t already bald, losing your hair in a dream can represent a loss of vitality, powerlessness, or exposure, similar to losing your teeth. However, it might also be interpreted positively. A clear head, especially a bald one, might signify a sound mind.
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#67 Baking Or Cooking

If you frequently bake or cook in real life, it might signify little to you if you do it in a dream. However, if cooking isn’t part of your daily routine, it may have a deeper meaning in a dream. It may indicate that you are getting close to putting your goals into action. Baking might even signify that you are pregnant or desire to get pregnant, consciously or unconsciously.
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#68 Being On A Plane

If you dream about flying, your mind is trying to warn you that quick changes in your life impact how you feel. An airplane is associated with any dramatic transformation in life because of the striking way it takes off and accelerates up to its destination. It might also tell you that the changes you’re going through are beneficial or necessary. A plane serves as a metaphor for when change occurs rapidly and entirely because it is the fastest form of transportation in our society.
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#69 Your Car Is Missing

In dreams, having a car can symbolize one’s career or ability to travel where one wants. If we dream that we are looking for our vehicle, it might mean that we have lost our motivation and ambition in the real world and are trying to find a method to get it back so that we may continue on our journey.
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#70 Amputations Or Missing Limbs

Amputations or missing limbs are a common dream topic that indicates some sense of mobility or ability limitations. The inability to be established on your path is associated with missing feet, whereas being entirely stopped is correlated with missing a leg or both legs.
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#71 Falling In Love

The absence of closeness and passion in your waking life may be why you dream about falling in love or having a passionate tryst. When we fall in love with a potential partner in real life or are in a relationship where we feel underappreciated and that our uniqueness is being overlooked, we may experience dreams about falling in love.
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#72 Suddenly Become Very Wealthy

Suppose you dream that you’re getting rich or winning the lottery. In that case, it probably means that you’re feeling relatively good about life or that you’ve suddenly become conscious of your wealth. This richness can be the recognition of the dreamer’s usefulness to others or an appreciation of the wisdom they have acquired. In other words, the dream is about more spiritual riches than material.
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#73 Explosion

Bombs are typically seen as destructive forces, but when they explode in your dreams, it frequently signifies that you are going through or are preparing for massive changes. You should evaluate the precise situation in which a bomb explodes and how well it destroys its intended target. The meaning you should ascribe to the symbol will depend on what or who was hunted down or eliminated. The area of life that is suggested by the target is the area of your life that needs a drastic change.
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#74 Candle

You can dream about a candle or candles if you’ve just had a creative inspiration or an original thought. We perform an act of creation every time we light a candle. A candle can symbolize the start of a significant relationship, event, or outcome of our creativity. However, something may come to an end if the candle is blown out.
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#75 Climbing

If you climb to the top of a mountain in your dream while struggling, it may be a sign that you enjoy a challenge or the chance to embark on a challenging journey that offers a reward.
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#76 Crashing A Car

In our dreams, cars are often symbols of our motivation and the path we are taking in life. If you dream that your car is losing control, you might need to return to the road to continue moving forward. If it is being driven by someone you know, you may need to regain control of the car, aka your life. Also, you may determine who is in charge of your path by watching who is driving. In another interpretation, having dreams about car accidents can indicate a persistent disagreement with others. You may have been putting off a conflict you can safely have in your dreams. If you are struck by a car, it may indicate that your lifestyle or views conflict with those of a loved one.
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#77 Pregnancy

Pregnancy-related dreams can be both creative and frightful. Sometimes, these dreams represent a woman’s anxieties about becoming a bad mother. Others think that dreams of pregnancy signal the dreamer’s growth in a potential area or the strengthening of a relationship.
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#78 Babies Or Having Children

Dreaming about having children simply signifies a desire to maintain, expand, and leave a legacy for your family. It tells your want to improve the world and serve as a role model for your children. However, this dream could also mean you’re keeping something from someone. Dreaming of children may also indicate a desire to strengthen your bond with your inner child. Everyone is considered to have an inner child or true self that aspires to be released and set free.
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#79 Crosses (Christian)

Typically, you only dream about a cross if you live in a particularly cross-observing environment. The cross has historically been a Christian symbol that represents Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. As a result, only religious people will typically dream about crosses because they see them daily when reading their bible or other religious texts. However, this can signify different things in other regions of the world, so it’s worth researching to find out what this means for you. Crosses may have a different meaning if you are not a Christian. For some parts of the world, it can mean trouble or dangerous times ahead.
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#80 Missing A Bus Or Flight

When you miss a flight, you become anxious, stressed out, and think you have no control over the situation. Missing a flight in a dream indicates that you don’t feel in control of your life or a particular circumstance. Also, perhaps you just have to remember that some things are beyond your control. Thus, you shouldn’t worry about them.
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