Beginnings. We often look forward to them as a way to start out "fresh". A clean slate so to speak. They hold opportunity to create something new, something we want. Other times though, a beginning is forced upon us by the end of something or someone. When we aren't the creators of change, we often fight it or refuse to engage in the process all together.
Change is what a beginning is. It can be awful or wonderful, depending on the perspective you choose. Either way, change creates uncertainty and that's what we human loath. Everything is as clear as mud, because even with the best laid plans, things don't always go the way we believe they should.
In my dream world, beginnings are demonstrated by a balance of black and white. Objects or beings are paired as such, they are never presented alone. It took some time to figure out the message but once I began exploring the colors in more depth it made sense to me.
Black is often associated with negativity; such as evil, death, the unknown, the abyss, the absence of, and the north - south axis. However, in my dreams none of these emotional elements were present. Black appeared positive, based upon the action of the characters or how the objects were presented. Black became the signal for a new beginning, like planting the seed in the dirt. You don't see the seed. You don't know what's going on under the dirt, but eventually new life springs forth from it.
So how does white play its part in this? White is associated with positiveness, the absence of all color or the sum of all colors, the east-west axis, and the Divine. I see white as a passage, a potential for manifestation and transformation. With white being present, it's signaling the potential within the black, the unknown, that I can create or am creating something even though I can't yet see the fruits of my labor.
My unconscious mind is telling me I am in state of transformation, even though the path is not seen clearly. I can rest assured even though nothing seems to be changing, is when the most work is being done. The dream has repeated its message in various ways, just to confirm that "yes" I am on course and all is okay.
This is what I love about dreams, their encrypted messages which are leading me towards a higher level of consciousness. I am evolving, I am changing and that I'm okay. To keep doing what ever it is I'm doing because it is leading towards something better. There is no warning signs here, just approval to keep going forward. When I'm in doubt, my dreams are ushering me on. I am not alone, as the Divine is working through me.
What messages are you seeing that are demonstrating you're evolving? Are you grasping a beginning or holding on to an ending? What would life be like if you allowed yourself the joy of something new, something positive, something more than you are now? Change is constant my dreamers. What you do with it will decide the experience you're creating.
Blessings,
Dreamer
http://www.envisiondreams.com/
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Transformative Process of Death
We all have dreams related to the fear of dying. Whether it's being chased, a menacing figure looming, an accident that results in a fatality or you actually view yourself being killed they're all representative of a significant change which is occurring in your waking life.
Once you're awake the fear is probably residual, lasting a few minutes to overshadowing your day. Death is inevitable for each of us, but dreaming it makes it appear as if it could happen at any moment. We're often left dumb founded, wondering what it can all mean. Or worse, wondering when "it" will happen. Focusing on the actual circumstances or action of the dream is not necessarily what the dream is trying to convey. For example, the other morning I woke from a dream of my pending death. In the last part of the dream sequence I was outside with a male companion walking to a parking structure. It was pitch black out. The evening sky was so clear you could see each star twinkling. I heard a voice calling my name. At first, I thought it was my mother calling me, but as I listened the voice was eerie and became louder. As we're walking down a ramp, I see two figures in a field. One very short the other very tall, massive. The voice screams "I'm going to kill you". The female races over to me and latches onto my arm like a dog. The massive figure is a grizzly bear standing on his hind legs. He makes no move and I wake up. What this is telling me is I'm changing emotionally, cognitively, and socially. I'm not the person I was even a year ago, but I couldn't see it. I've been frustrated by my circumstances, dissatisfied with aspects of my life and working to create change but "nothing" seemed to be happening. My dream verified I'm so wrong.
I won't take the time to go through the other elements in the dream, except for the bear. The bear is my animal totem. I love bears and have always been fascinated by them. My dog even resembles a bear. The bear to me means strength/power and discernment. The bear is a natural upon drawing from its inner resources and energy. It's often associated with the lunar symbol which is representative of the subconscious. The bear in this dream is telling me in a big way (as he's standing on his hind legs) to pay attention to what's inside me. Stop denying who I'm becoming and look to my soul to find the answers instead of going to outside resources.
Once you shake off the fear of death, you can begin to see the dream is wanting you to transform to your higher self. Maybe you're at the beginning stages of change, unsure if you want to make the effort or you're deep in the process, but are questioning its feasibility. Let's look at the stages of transformation model according to Learning Journey's International Center of Coaching, learningjourneys.net.
First Stage: Awareness
You're gaining a deeper awareness of how you limit yourself by your own thinking. This is your self concept, i.e; I'm stupid, I'm not enough and so forth. However, you realize you don't like your current circumstances.
Second Stage: Inner Work
In order to change you must self examine, be willing to look at your faults and your strengths. This is stage of discovery where you begin to notice things about yourself you never have before because the desire for change is building and you begin to set fear aside. This is an emotional season in your life as you begin to sort out who you were and who you want to become.
Third Stage: Sorting Out
You begin to discern what it is you want and what you need to let go of. Deciding if the change will be worth it or not.
Fourth Stage: Source of Creativity
Options abound and you begin to see that you can make choices to create the life you desire or resolve a particular problem you're facing.
Fifth Stage: Appreciation
Begin to see yourself as the unique person that you are, having gifts and talents that can contribute to the greater good. No longer devaluing yourself, realizing the experiences you've had in your life have strengthened you allowing you to move forward.
Death in your dream is signaling you to a transformative process. It is telling you to shed old habits and take up a new way of being. Transformation is about the end of something, but also a beginning. Each of us handles change differently, but ultimately, it's to broaden yourself concept. Your true self knows you can manage the change. Go forward with courage, find your champions for support and know that death of the old self is good, because you're becoming something so much more.
Blessings,
Dreamer
http://www.envisiondreams.com/
Once you're awake the fear is probably residual, lasting a few minutes to overshadowing your day. Death is inevitable for each of us, but dreaming it makes it appear as if it could happen at any moment. We're often left dumb founded, wondering what it can all mean. Or worse, wondering when "it" will happen. Focusing on the actual circumstances or action of the dream is not necessarily what the dream is trying to convey. For example, the other morning I woke from a dream of my pending death. In the last part of the dream sequence I was outside with a male companion walking to a parking structure. It was pitch black out. The evening sky was so clear you could see each star twinkling. I heard a voice calling my name. At first, I thought it was my mother calling me, but as I listened the voice was eerie and became louder. As we're walking down a ramp, I see two figures in a field. One very short the other very tall, massive. The voice screams "I'm going to kill you". The female races over to me and latches onto my arm like a dog. The massive figure is a grizzly bear standing on his hind legs. He makes no move and I wake up. What this is telling me is I'm changing emotionally, cognitively, and socially. I'm not the person I was even a year ago, but I couldn't see it. I've been frustrated by my circumstances, dissatisfied with aspects of my life and working to create change but "nothing" seemed to be happening. My dream verified I'm so wrong.
I won't take the time to go through the other elements in the dream, except for the bear. The bear is my animal totem. I love bears and have always been fascinated by them. My dog even resembles a bear. The bear to me means strength/power and discernment. The bear is a natural upon drawing from its inner resources and energy. It's often associated with the lunar symbol which is representative of the subconscious. The bear in this dream is telling me in a big way (as he's standing on his hind legs) to pay attention to what's inside me. Stop denying who I'm becoming and look to my soul to find the answers instead of going to outside resources.
Once you shake off the fear of death, you can begin to see the dream is wanting you to transform to your higher self. Maybe you're at the beginning stages of change, unsure if you want to make the effort or you're deep in the process, but are questioning its feasibility. Let's look at the stages of transformation model according to Learning Journey's International Center of Coaching, learningjourneys.net.
First Stage: Awareness
You're gaining a deeper awareness of how you limit yourself by your own thinking. This is your self concept, i.e; I'm stupid, I'm not enough and so forth. However, you realize you don't like your current circumstances.
Second Stage: Inner Work
In order to change you must self examine, be willing to look at your faults and your strengths. This is stage of discovery where you begin to notice things about yourself you never have before because the desire for change is building and you begin to set fear aside. This is an emotional season in your life as you begin to sort out who you were and who you want to become.
Third Stage: Sorting Out
You begin to discern what it is you want and what you need to let go of. Deciding if the change will be worth it or not.
Fourth Stage: Source of Creativity
Options abound and you begin to see that you can make choices to create the life you desire or resolve a particular problem you're facing.
Fifth Stage: Appreciation
Begin to see yourself as the unique person that you are, having gifts and talents that can contribute to the greater good. No longer devaluing yourself, realizing the experiences you've had in your life have strengthened you allowing you to move forward.
Death in your dream is signaling you to a transformative process. It is telling you to shed old habits and take up a new way of being. Transformation is about the end of something, but also a beginning. Each of us handles change differently, but ultimately, it's to broaden yourself concept. Your true self knows you can manage the change. Go forward with courage, find your champions for support and know that death of the old self is good, because you're becoming something so much more.
Blessings,
Dreamer
http://www.envisiondreams.com/
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Figures From the Past
It's been awhile since I last checked in and I apology for that. I've been going through a transition and there just never seems to be enough time. I'm hoping things will quiet down for a bit so I can share some of the interesting dreams I've been having.
I've noticed a few things. First, individuals from my past that don't seem to be connected in any way. Male or female, young or old, black, white or Latino. The only connection seemed to be that they all had been a part of my life over the years. Upon waking, I had no particular feeling to attach to the dream. More of that "huh, what does that mean"? Certain figures tended to appear more often, but in a casual role. The action in the various dreams are about searching and having support. Yet, the people from my past were not in supporting roles. What I came to realize is the past represents fear and it's walking along side me in my dreams. Its presence isn't over the top scariness like being chased or hurt but rather an almost comfortable presence that you don't notice. Now, if that isn't scary, I don't know what is. Who wants fear just hanging around? Not me. I decided I need to recognize the changes I'm seeking in my waking life create fear, as with any change it's about the unknown. Our minds like homeostasis and when you veer off course, the mind goes into over drive in trying to get you back on the safe path. Though I thought I had paid homage to me fearful mind, it's still letting me know we have some unfinished business.
Secondly, the use of vehicles. This is a change for me in my dreams, as I'm usually walking or flying (not in a plane but like super woman). I'm very concerned about my vehicle or finding my keys. The action of the dream is centered around the vehicle. I either have to get to my car, wash it, protect it, or find the keys for it. I also have 1/2 the keys, but not the whole set. What I mean is, my car key is only one key but is on a ring with other keys. In my dream I only have part of the set, so I won't leave without having the entire set. What does all this mean? My transition is about to get to the next thing in my life, thus transportation-how will I get there? I want to move forward, but I only have half the keys or half the ability to access what I want. It plays out again and again, because I don't have the answers right now and my mind wants the answer.
What my dreams are focusing on are my fears that I won't find the answers I desire to solve my immediate problem. However, I'm not letting this consume me during the day. I can't, otherwise I would be in a frantic state all the time searching, "doing", basically chasing my tail. What I've learned is to recognize my subconscious is impatient, but I don't have to choose to be that way during my waking life. Part of creating change is to trust the process. Though we think we have control, we don't. The universe decides ultimately what will happen. We can put in our efforts and good work, but don't agonize over all the details. Make your decisions, follow through with your commitments, but live your life. Enjoy it and be open to what comes. Recognizing possibilities is where your resolutions will come, if you trust that they'll find you. When we have expectations of how things will play out that is when we're closed to the process of life and possibilities aren't noticed.
Don't let your figures from the past cut you off from the rhythm and flow of life. Be willing to trust you'll receive what you need to move forward.
Blessings,
Dreamer
http://www.envisiondreams.com/
I've noticed a few things. First, individuals from my past that don't seem to be connected in any way. Male or female, young or old, black, white or Latino. The only connection seemed to be that they all had been a part of my life over the years. Upon waking, I had no particular feeling to attach to the dream. More of that "huh, what does that mean"? Certain figures tended to appear more often, but in a casual role. The action in the various dreams are about searching and having support. Yet, the people from my past were not in supporting roles. What I came to realize is the past represents fear and it's walking along side me in my dreams. Its presence isn't over the top scariness like being chased or hurt but rather an almost comfortable presence that you don't notice. Now, if that isn't scary, I don't know what is. Who wants fear just hanging around? Not me. I decided I need to recognize the changes I'm seeking in my waking life create fear, as with any change it's about the unknown. Our minds like homeostasis and when you veer off course, the mind goes into over drive in trying to get you back on the safe path. Though I thought I had paid homage to me fearful mind, it's still letting me know we have some unfinished business.
Secondly, the use of vehicles. This is a change for me in my dreams, as I'm usually walking or flying (not in a plane but like super woman). I'm very concerned about my vehicle or finding my keys. The action of the dream is centered around the vehicle. I either have to get to my car, wash it, protect it, or find the keys for it. I also have 1/2 the keys, but not the whole set. What I mean is, my car key is only one key but is on a ring with other keys. In my dream I only have part of the set, so I won't leave without having the entire set. What does all this mean? My transition is about to get to the next thing in my life, thus transportation-how will I get there? I want to move forward, but I only have half the keys or half the ability to access what I want. It plays out again and again, because I don't have the answers right now and my mind wants the answer.
What my dreams are focusing on are my fears that I won't find the answers I desire to solve my immediate problem. However, I'm not letting this consume me during the day. I can't, otherwise I would be in a frantic state all the time searching, "doing", basically chasing my tail. What I've learned is to recognize my subconscious is impatient, but I don't have to choose to be that way during my waking life. Part of creating change is to trust the process. Though we think we have control, we don't. The universe decides ultimately what will happen. We can put in our efforts and good work, but don't agonize over all the details. Make your decisions, follow through with your commitments, but live your life. Enjoy it and be open to what comes. Recognizing possibilities is where your resolutions will come, if you trust that they'll find you. When we have expectations of how things will play out that is when we're closed to the process of life and possibilities aren't noticed.
Don't let your figures from the past cut you off from the rhythm and flow of life. Be willing to trust you'll receive what you need to move forward.
Blessings,
Dreamer
http://www.envisiondreams.com/
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