How to interpret a dream with whales or dolphins

Many dreams have been interpreted for thousands of years, and yet they remain mysterious. Dreams of aquatic mammals such as whales and dolphins often symbolize the mysterious connection between the mind of the day and the mind that dreams. If you usually have dreams about whales or dolphins, you will like to learn more about dream interpretation.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Interpret your dream

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Step 1. Write your dream

To interpret it, you first have to remember the plot of your dream. Developing the habit of writing down dreams as soon as you wake up is the best way to train your brain to remember them. Keep a notebook by your bed to use as a dream journal.

You can also use applications developed for smartphones. Some apps even analyze possible patterns and help with dream interpretation.
If you have trouble writing as soon as you wake up, you can also use the voice recorder on your phone.

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Step 2. Remember how you felt in the dream

The feelings when seeing the whale or the dolphin give useful clues to the general meaning. For example, if you were happy to see the dolphin or if you were swimming among dolphins with great pleasure, this could mean that you want to be more carefree in life. If you were afraid of the dolphin, it may mean that you are going through a stressful period in your life and you are afraid of losing control.

Write down every feeling of yours associated with your dream, even if it doesn't make sense. Do not allow your conscious mind (of the day) to filter the messages provided by your unconscious mind (that dreams).
If you are the whale or the dolphin in your dream, remember how it felt to take the form of that animal. Did you feel more free, secure or happy? Or were you feeling more lonely, fearful, and uncomfortable?
Remember that all elements in the dream have significant potential. It is a mistake to focus only on one element of the dream.

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Step 3. Pay attention to what the whale or dolphin was doing

Was the whale or dolphin in the water or on land? If you dream of an animal outside its natural habitat, it could indicate that you feel insecure about your place in the world. If you are in the water, be careful, because dreams under water often symbolize the dark side of human nature, elements of our being that we do not want to look at.

Dolphin dreams indicate your willingness to listen to your subconscious or your emotions.
Dolphins are generally inspiring images in dreams, symbolizing optimism and social altruism.

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Step 4. Analyze the details of your dream

In a dream, every element is important. If you are trying to interpret a dream about a whale or a dolphin, try to remember as much of the dream as you can. Even the tiniest details have meaning.

Some dream interpreters believe that the person who dreams represents each element of their dream. For example, if you dream of a pod of dolphins playfully swimming through the waves until they are caught by a fishing net, according to one interpretation, you could be trying to control your own playful nature.
If you dream of trying to save a whale or a dolphin, it could mean that you are trying to save an important relationship or part of yourself that is in danger of death.

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Step 5. Consider the symbolism of whales and dolphins

As mammals that live in water, both whales and dolphins symbolize the fusion of the conscious with the unconscious. If any of these animals appear in your dream, it could be a sign that it is time for you to act on something that you have been holding back or to speak the truth about an important matter to you.

Many times, a whale symbolizes awareness and intuition. Dreaming of a whale usually means that it is time to listen to our inner voice.
Since the whale is the largest mammal in the world, dreaming of one could mean that you feel overwhelmed by something.
Think of something specific that you remember about the animal. For example, was the dolphin in your dream swimming alone or in a group? Did he seem in good health? Or did he look sick? If you dream of a dying whale or dolphin, it could mean that you feel disconnected with your inner self.

Part 2 of 2: Connecting Your Dreams to Your Life

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Step 1. Think about the meaning that dolphins have in your life

When did you see a dolphin for the first time? Do you love dolphins or do they make you feel uncomfortable? Have you had a negative experience on the shore or in the water that you could associate with dolphins? If you went to the sea after the death of a close friend, you might associate dolphins with sadness.

As dreams are different depending on the person, you are the best interpreter of your dreams.
Although dolphins are often seen as positive symbols, only you can know what they mean to you.

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Step 2. Examine your feelings for whales

Dreams are unique to the person and their experiences in life. Therefore, no one shares the same dream interpretation with another person. For example, you may associate whales with calm, independence, and strength, or perhaps you associate them with danger, killer whales, or uncontrollable fears.

The experiences in the life of the person form the meaning of any element of his dreams.
Your feelings are the best guide to interpret the meaning of a whale in your dreams.

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Step 3. Take into account certain recent events that may affect your dreams

Did you recently watch documentaries about brutal animal slaughter? Have you recently talked to a friend about the possibility of going to the sea? If whales or dolphins have been a part of your recent (real) life, they are likely to appear in your dreams.

If your feelings towards a whale or a dolphin in your dream have recently changed, consider whether certain recent events may have caused this change.
Remember that whales and dolphins, like other elements in dreams, should not be interpreted literally. Dream interpretation is based on emotions and not on rational thinking.
If your feelings about whales change with each dream, analyze other elements of the dream to gather more information.

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Step 4. See if your dreams have any patterns

If you have recurring dreams about whales or dolphins, see if these dreams have anything in common. For example, are you usually happy to see such images in your dreams? Do you often see them swimming through a narrow escape from something that scares them? Or are they part of a larger landscape visible only in the distance?

If you have repeated similar experiences in your dreams, it could indicate a strong need to solve some problem in your life.
Observe in your dreams possible recurring thoughts and feelings, but also repeated images. For example, if you have repeated thoughts of "I will die if that happens again," think about what it might mean.

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Step 5. Learn to remember your dreams

Studies show that most adults have at least 4 to 6 dreams per night. Dreams appear during REM sleep, a period during which the brain is just as active as when it is awake, despite being in a dream state. The best way to remember them is with a dream journal.

As you become more sensitive to your dream life, you may begin to better understand which symbols are important to you.
Studies show how dreams can help you better understand your personality (when you are awake). Dreams can even be valuable in diagnosing psychological problems with personality dynamics.