Dream Analysis: Boyfriends, Who's Cheating Who

David says:  I dreamed I was following my boyfriend as he walked down the road.  He didn’t know that I was following him, more like I was stalking him for some reason.  In my dream, I thought he was cheating on me, so I decided to follow him.  He turned around a few times as I followed, but each time he did I would hide behind a parked car.  After a few blocks, I saw him meeting with some guy.  I hid behind a car and watched.  From my position, I couldn’t see the other guy’s face, but I could see my boyfriend’s face and he was happy.  When I thought about the dream, I expected to feel guilty about dreaming that he was cheating on me but instead I was just happy for him.

Eric says:  One of the most frequent dreams is the “chase” dream.  Because it is so popular, it can mean many things, but if we look at the other symbols we can start to see a pattern.  I have found many times when dreamers see someone in the dream, that person represents an aspect of the dreamer himself.  In this case, the boyfriend you thought was cheating may represent a fear that you yourself may cheat.  You were following him, trying to catch up to him or “catch yourself” before you do something you regret.    The street represents your life path.  I wish you would have included more details, but they are fairly obvious so I am sure you will know what symbols like bumps in the road, crossroads or any roadwork you saw in your dream meant.  It sounds like your dream contained a very straight forward, but long street.  I would think in the waking world, you and your boyfriend have been together for a while.  Cars represent the way we travel. Rather than quickly speeding down the street in a car, you follow someone slowly, on foot, hiding behind parked cars as you go.  Parked cars normally show that your effort should be placed elsewhere, or a fruitless endeavor.

All in all, I would wonder if after being with your boyfriend for a long while, you did something that made you feel guilty.  Not anything major, since the cheating in your dream is only a suspicion and not a wish to pursue more.  Think of the feelings you listed associated with your dream: sneaking, hiding, feeling guilty but ultimately feeling happy.  In your dream, you boyfriend’s feelings are more straightforward; he is simply happy.  Don’t be so hard on yourself.  As you saw, your boyfriend seemed to be happy and in turn you felt happy that he was happy.  In the end you know that happiness is part of your relationship.

 From the Tarot, I first drew the Nine of Swords, that’s pretty obvious as the nightmare card.  I next drew the Chariot and the Page of Cups symbolizing the need to stick forward to your current path and emotional connection normally between two people with a difference in age.

David says:  I’m glad this is anonymous.  I was out with friends earlier in the week and drunkenly kissed a guy in the bar.  It meant nothing but when I woke up the next day I felt really stupid.  It wasn’t long after that I started to worry that my boyfriend was cheating on me.  I guess I thought if it was so easy and available for me, it would be for him as well.  I understand that I shouldn’t worry so much and I am glad that I am happy with him.  The rest of what you said was pretty accurate too.

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Predictions for the period of June 16-30, 2014

ARIES (March 20-April 18)

Change is upon you, all for the positive.  If you learned anything during the time leading up to this transition, know this:  Good things come to those who wait.  You can’t hurry love.  This too shall pass.  In other words, you are not in charge of timing, the universe is.   

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)

In the coming days, you will be asked to make a choice.  Are you pursuing something that inspires great passion or are you just being practical?  During this time, take the safe choice.  Now is not the time to put it all on the line.  Use reason and be sensible.

GEMINI (May 20-June 19)

Spend some time with the person in your life who makes you feel like a kid again.  Share some laughs, don’t take yourself too seriously.  You are filled to the brim with energy and love.  You will be surprised by what develops when you let go of your cares.

CANCER (June 20-July 21)

You will make a new connection, and soon afterwards everything will fall into place.  Victory can be yours once you make one small change.  You can’t do it alone.  Just remember it takes two to make a thing go right.

LEO (July 22-August 21)

You ship has not come in.  Now is not the time to spend frivolously.  Use your head and don’t overspend.  The disappointment or frustration you feel is just a minor setback on a much longer, successful journey.

VIRGO (August 22- September 21)

Do it fast but do it right.  A change in your day-to-day life is on the horizon, it may be something big like a new job or new place to live.  Whatever this change is, embrace it, give it your full attention, and you will find happiness.

LIBRA (August 22- September 21)

The sacrifices you made will not go unnoticed.  Moving on from what wasn’t working, while painful, was the best thing for you.  Allow yourself to feel bad about what you gave up, but don’t dwell on it.  You are moving toward good things. 

SCORPIO (October 22- November 20)

You have completed the end of one cycle, and have entered into the next.  I see reward for your hard work and a closer relationship as a result.  I see the number two surrounding you.  During this period, “two” is lucky for you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 21- December 20)

Did you make the right choice?  Sometimes what we want is right in front of us.  I see a great revelation, like a simple truth shining through for you.  What seemed foggy and unclear will suddenly shine like a bright star.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Have you felt isolated, cut off from everyone lately?  The best advice is to take action to change the way you feel.  Take baby steps.  Don’t expect a big change overnight but know that change is coming once you take action.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18)

Things feel out of balance.  You feel that you have been giving more than you are getting and it’s starting to lead to conflicts and resentment.  It may be difficult but focus on the good rather than the bad.  Allow yourself to have fun.  You don’t have to change the world.

PISCES (February 19-March 19)

Now that you see things in a new light, you can stop unknowingly sabotaging yourself.  Good things will come your way.  I see victory from action, reward from your investment and overall improvement in your well being.   

Eric Kirby is a professional tarot reader, dream interpreter and psychic.  For a personal reading please contact him via email ericxkirby@gmail.comericxkirby@gmail.com

Dream Analysis: When Drowning Dogs Turn Into Turtles

Maha says:  Last night I dreamed that I walked into a party taking place at my house.  I didn’t plan a party, so I was surprised to see everyone in my house.  Not wanting to make a scene, I started walking through the party, talking to people.  I wandered outside to the pool area, and I was shocked to see that my dog was laying at the bottom of the pool.  My dog had drown!  Why didn’t anyone notice?  I tried to get their attention, but no one seemed to care.  I dove in to save him.  I grabbed my dog, held him close to my chest and swam to the surface.  As I pulled my dog out, I saw that he had changed into a turtle.  I put the turtle down and he crawled over to the corner of the yard.  I woke up feeling very confused. - Maha

Eric says: Most dream symbols have multiple meanings, many specific to the dreamer, but when you see a pattern emerging it truly helps you understand what you mind is telling you.

The party in your dream, is likely to stand for your social interaction.  The people in your life seem to be invading your personal space without invitation.  Everyone is having a good time, but their familiarity with you seems to leave you feeling a little anxious.  You do your best by trying to go along with the party crowd and hide your anxiety.  In the dream your dog stands for your sense of loyalty, friendship, affection and trust.  You saw that the “dog” has drown in your pool.  The pool symbolizes the person’s need to survive as they are being overcome by forces that surround him/her.  I believe you are afraid you are being too open and trusting and now you are “in over your head” struggling with your own identity.  This is backed up by the fact that the loyal, friendly dog turns into a closed off turtle protected by an outer shell.  The protected turtle then goes to the corner of the yard, rather than toward the party.  Your brain is likely telling you to retreat to your hard shell and be choosier with what you show to those around you.

I pulled the Page of Swords, The World and the Page of Pentacles.  Both Pages symbolize enthusiasm for a new venture. The Page of Swords your desire to be more curious and talkative, to express your ideas to others and hear theirs in return.  The World is a change that is coming, you are entering a new phase.  The Page of Pentacles is more practical, telling you to listen to your common sense to achieve success.

Maha says:  I think you are right.  I am normally a very private, shy person.  This year I made a resolution to be more open and it seemed to come very easily, almost too easily.  While I have more friends, I sometimes feel like I am sacrificing what I want to go along with the group.  I don’t always feel comfortable in large groups and really prefer the times I am alone or just with people I really know.  I thought forcing myself to be more social would be a solution but it may be more trouble than its worth. I can still feel the change coming over me though.  I don’t think I should rush things.

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