When recording a dream, most people focus on what happened — the people, places, and events. But the real key to understanding your dreams lies in how you felt during each part.
Emotions are the bridge between the dream and your waking life. They give context and meaning to the symbols. For example, a dream about driving in the dark might seem scary — but if you felt calm or even happy, that changes the interpretation entirely. It could suggest trust, faith, or personal growth rather than fear or danger.
By noting your emotions scene by scene, you begin to see what your subconscious is really responding to — not just the imagery, but the feeling states tied to your inner world. Those emotions often reflect your current challenges, desires, or unresolved thoughts more than the symbols alone ever could.
Tip: When journaling, pause after each major scene and ask,
“How did I feel right here?”
That emotional map is often the clearest guide to what your dream is trying to tell you. I’m sharing a dream and its interpretation today to highlight the powerful role emotions play when you take the time to record them.
The Dream:
I was driving a car, and my husband was the passenger. I said proudly, "Look at me, I drove on two freeways," and it was a good feeling. And then everything went dark — like no light, total darkness — and I continued to drive happily but couldn't see anything. My husband grabbed the wheel and steered us into a parking lot. I thought, How does he know he won't hit the car in front of us when we can't see?
Somehow we made it and got out and went into a strip mall store or some sort of space office — not sure. We passed through rooms that were lit, and I saw two couches. We passed them, and I ended up on a patio. It was dark outside, like night, and four men were sitting at a table.
I went to sit on an end table, but it had a bunch of things on it, including an empty wine glass. I felt very awkward as I tried to sit but didn't. Then I saw a little dog — he was white with brown spots, a small dog. I pet him, and he was friendly. It felt nice.
My cat Gemini came up and smacked him in the face, and then the dog smacked her back. I said to the men, "Did you see that? The cat smacked the dog, and the dog smacked her back. That is odd, but fair play." The one man sort of looked in my direction but said nothing.
Then I said to him, "Do you see that black cat? It has very long claws." And he ignored me, and I felt like... why?
What I take from this dream:
Reflecting on this dream, I can’t help but feel it mirrors moments in my waking life — times when I’m proud of how far I’ve come, only to be plunged into uncertainty or doubt. The darkness while driving felt symbolic of navigating unknown territory, yet I didn’t panic. That says something about my inner trust. Still, when someone else took control, even with good intentions, it left me questioning the outcome. And then, that strange interaction on the patio — being ignored, feeling unseen — hit something deeper. I wonder how often I speak my truth or share something real, only to be met with silence. Maybe the dream is asking me to look at where I still seek validation, or where I need to honor myself even when others don’t respond. And maybe — just maybe — the little dog, the cat fight, and that fair play moment was a reminder that even in unexpected conflicts, balance finds a way.
Your assignment: When you write down your dream, be sure to document your emotions throughout. Even just one word — confused, peaceful, scared, excited — can open the door to a much deeper interpretation.
Happy Dreaming
Deedee
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