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Death

Consistent symbol for change and separation in dreams, that should not be interpreted literally. Dreams of a child, sibling, or parent dying reflect change in our perception of that relationship. Old qualities of the person are "passing away," new qualities are being recognized. Dreams of the death of an ex-lover reflect separation in the relationship, while the death of a love interest in a dream reflects a change in your feelings for that person (your feelings for them have "died.") Mothers of toddlers often dream of accidents, including death, befalling a child. The dreams are not precognitive. Rather, a mother's concern for her child's safety, represented by the accident, never rests!

Dreaming of one's own death (a dreamer may witness his or her funeral, or may "just know" that he or she has died) symbolizes an inner metamorphosis and an evolution of development. Old ways of perceiving are passing away; new self-discoveries are being made. The dream is a symbol of transition.

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