Register
To dream that you
are registering for something signifies your commitments toward your goals.
Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on something that has made an impact or
impression on you.
Regret
To dream about
regret indicates that you are preoccupied with waking disappointments and
dissatisfaction. These could be repressed or negative feelings about yourself.
The feelings you have in your dream are usually reflective of what you are
feeling in real life, but you may not be expressing them appropriately.
Rehabilitation
To dream that you
are in rehabilitation indicates that you are recovering from some emotional hurt
or trauma. You are ready for a fresh new start and rebuilding a new self-image.
Rehearsal
To dream that you
are rehearsing for a part suggests that you are getting ready for some important
stage in your life. You are making sure that you know exactly what you need to
do. This could refer to your preparedness for a meeting, a project or even a
date.
Dreaming of a
wedding rehearsal implies that you need to prepare yourself for an important
transition in your life.
Reincarnation
To dream that you
have reincarnated into someone else suggests that you are not being yourself.
Perhaps you need to incorporate aspects of the dream person into your own
character. Alternatively, reincarnating indicates that you are undergoing major
changes in your life. If you reincarnated into an animal, then consider
the qualities of the specific animal.
Reins
To see reins in
your dream indicate that you are being restrained or inhibited from expressing
yourself. You are censoring yourself. Alternatively it symbolizes control. The
dream may be a pun on "reign" and thus represent your power over
others.
Reindeer
To see a reindeer
in your dream symbolizes the holidays, festivities, and the season of giving.
Alternatively, a reindeer refers to your sense of loyalty.
Rejection
To dream that you
are rejecting something indicates that there is some aspect of your life that
you want to be rid of. It may be some failing situation. Alternatively, you are
refusing to accept a situation that is being imposed and forced upon you.
To dream that you
are being rejected signifies a lack of self-worth. You feel alienated.
Alternatively, the dream means that you are being too agreeable and
accommodating, where your own sense of self is lost. You need to be more
assertive and learn to say no to others. If you are being rejected by a lover,
then it suggests that you are you are rejecting some part of your own character.
Dreaming that you
are rejected for a job implies a lack of self-esteem. You don't believe in
yourself and don't feel you have something to offer.
Relationships
To dream about
your waking relationships indicate wish-fulfillment. Your dream relationship
usually parallels your waking relationship in some way and may be highlighting
something that you are doing wrong. In your dream state, you may be more incline
to confront issues that you would normally ignore or are afraid of bringing up.
Compare your dream relationship with your waking relationship.
To dream about a
relationship with a stranger represents the different sides of your personality.
You may be trying to connect to unknown aspects of your subconscious.
Relative
To see your
relatives in your dream signify family issues and feelings. Relatives are
symbolic of some aspect of your own self.
Relic
To see or find a
relic in your dream symbolizes an aspect of your former self that you still have
not completely let go. Although you may grow and evolve, you never forget where
you came from. A relic may also refer to a prior relationship that you still
cherish and look back fondly on.
Relief
To dream
about relief suggests that you are trying to reduce the affect of the dream
message and images. You may be experiencing a disturbing dream and your
conscious is seeking to alleviate the impact. You need to take some time out in
order to evaluate your decisions and judgment carefully.
Religion
To dream of
your religion represents your faithfulness and sense of spirituality. Perhaps
your dream is telling you to be more religious or that you need to be more
spiritual. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor for some behavior or habit
which you are "religious" about.
To dream about a
different religion from your own suggests that you need to incorporate some key
component of that religion in your own life. The dream may also mean that you
need to be more accepting and tolerant of the differences in humanity.
Relish
To see or eat
relish in your dream suggests that you need to add a little spice or pizzazz to
your life. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you are
"relishing" in some joy, interest, hobby, activity, or situation. You
have a zest for life.
Remarry
To dream that you
remarry someone signifies healing and acceptance of your new self. It also
implies giving yourself a second chance. You have resolved your issues with
commitment.
*Please See
Also Marriage.
Remember
To remember
something in your dream indicates that you have learned something significant
from your past mistakes or previous experiences. The dream may also serve as a
reminder of something important that is occurring in your waking life. You are
so worried that you will forget something that the preoccupation has made its
way into your dream.
Remodeling
To dream that you
are remodeling indicates that you are reevaluating your values and making
changes to your belief system. Alternatively, the dream means
that you need a change in your life.
Remote
Control
To see a remote
control in your dream refers to how your buttons are being pushed by someone.
Perhaps a relationship or situation that is too controlling.
Renaissance
To dream that you
are living during the renaissance represents your non-conformist attitude. You
are looking to be different and trying something new. It is time to branch out
and break out of the box.
Renovate
To dream that you
are renovating indicates that you are looking at life from a new perspective.
Your old ideas or habits are being replaced by new ways of looking at the world.
Alternatively, the dream suggests that you have triumph over much adversity.
Rent
To dream that
you are paying rent represents your personal responsibilities and sense of
independence. Alternatively, it indicates a transitional phase in your life.
To dream that you
do not have enough money to pay the rent or that your rent is going up suggests
that your emotional psyche is strained. Someone or some situation is putting
heavy demands on you. More directly, the dream could represent financial
worries.
To dream that you
rent out your home implies that you have put your own priorities aside for the
sake of others. In particular, if you are renting your childhood house, then it
means that it is time to let go of the past and recognize the value of the
future.
Repair
To dream that you
are repairing something implies that you are recovering from an upsetting or
difficult situation. The item that you are repairing is indicative of the area
in your life that you are working on.
Repairman
To see a repairman
in you dream signifies psychological healing.
Repeat
To dream that
something is repeating indicates that there is some message that you need to
ingrain in your mind. Perhaps you are trying to memorize something.
Alternatively, the dream refers to the monotony and routine of your daily life.
You need to get out of the rut.
Repent
To dream that you
are repenting means you need to recognize your past mistakes and learn from it.
The dream reflects your feelings of guilt and remorse about some situation.
To dream that
someone repents implies that you need to be more accepting of their flaws of
shortcomings.
Replacement
To dream
that you have been replaced at work represents your concern about your current
job security. You feel that you are in a precarious position at work or in some
group project.
To dream
that something has been replaced indicates that you are struggling with feelings
of insecurity.
Replay
To have a dream
that is on replay or on a loop points to something that you are refusing to
acknowledge. Such dream are similar to recurring dreams which occur over a
period of more than one day as opposed to within the same dream. Alternatively,
dreaming of the same scene over and over again indicates that you are unable to
move forward. You feel stuck in you current situation and do not know how to get
out of it.
Report
To dream that you
are writing a report suggests that you need to think things through before
acting on them. You need to be more objective when evaluating a situation.
To see or read a
report in your dream indicates some anxiety over an issue. You may be faced with
an approaching deadline.
Report
Card
To see a report
card in your dream symbolizes how you are performing in various aspects of your
waking life. You may be questioning your job or your abilities. If you are still
in school, then the dream may represent your anxieties about your grades. Also
consider the significance of the specific letters or grades on the report card.
Reporter
To see or dream
that you are a reporter refers to a situation where you need to be neutral and
not pick sides.
Reprieve
To dream that
you are granted a reprieve indicates that you will overcome some difficulty
which has been giving you much anxiety.
Reproductive
System
To see or
dream about the reproductive system refers to the early stage of a new project
or new relationship in your life. It symbolizes creation, imagination and new
ideas. A more direct interpretation may just mean that you want to be pregnant
or are anxious about an existing pregnancy.
Reptile
To see a
reptile in your dream symbolizes your basic urges, instincts and suppressed
sexual desires.
Reputation
To dream that
your reputation is called into question suggests that you are too overly
concerned with what other people think about you.
Rescue
To dream that
you are being rescued or rescue others represents an aspect of yourself that has
been neglected or ignored. You are trying to find a way to express this
neglected part of yourself. Alternatively, it symbolizes an subconscious cry for
help. Perhaps you are too proud in your waking life to ask for assistance.
In particular, to
dream that you rescue someone from drowning indicates that you have successfully
acknowledged certain emotions and characteristics that is symbolized by the
drowning victim.
Reservoir
To see a filled
reservoir in your dream symbolizes pent up or repressed emotions. If the
reservoir is empty in your dream, then it indicates that you have expended all
your energy and emotions on others. You need to focus on yourself for a change.
Reset
Button
To see or press a
reset button in your dream indicates that you are stuck in some problem,
situation or relationship. You need to push forward. Perhaps, it is time to make
a new start. Alternatively, the dream symbolizes second chances.
Resign
To dream that
you resign from a position indicates major changes in your life. You can no
longer continue on in the same course and must make drastic changes.
Resolution
To dream that you
are making a resolution symbolizes your commitment and dedication to the changes
that you are making in your life. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor for
a "resolution" or an answer.
Resort
To dream that you
are on a resort represents your need for some relaxation. You need to escape
from the pressures of everyday life in order to re-energize yourself. The
dream may also be a pun on some "last resort". You may be feeling
desperate. Don't be afraid to turn to someone for help.
Restaurant
To dream that
you are in a restaurant suggests that you are feeling overwhelmed by decisions
and choices that you need to make in your life. Alternatively, it indicates that
you are seeking for emotional nourishment outside of your social support system.
Restrained
To dream that you
are restrained indicates that you are holding yourself back and not fully
expressing yourself. Perhaps you are feeling helpless in some situation. The
dream may also be a reflection of the actual state of your body, known as REM
paralysis.
*Please See Paralyzed.
Restricted
To dream that you
are in a restricted area indicates that you are not ready to face up to some
issue or problem. It may also imply that you are being hindered from expressing
yourself.
Rèsumè
To see a
rèsumè in your dream suggests that you are evaluating your
own abilities and performance in some situation. Depending on how you feel about
the rèsumè, it is telling of whether or not you feel you have what
it takes for the task at hand.
Resurrection
To dream that
you or someone is resurrected from the dead suggests that you will eventually
overcome your current obstacles to achieve your goals. It signals an
awakening of your spirituality and renewed energy. Alternatively, the
dream indicates that the same old problems are coming back to haunt you because
they were not properly addressed or dealt with in the first place.
Resuscitate
To dream that
you are being resuscitated suggests that something from your subconscious is
emerging to the surface. Alternatively, the dream means that you are feeling
exhausted or emotionally drained. You are seeking advice.
To dream that you
resuscitate someone indicates that you are able offer some insight on a
situation. Alternatively, the dream implies that you have resolved some anxiety,
fear or tension in your life.
Retainer
To wear a retainer
in your dream suggests that are holding your emotions back and not expressing
yourself. As a result, you are feeling stifled.
Retarded
*Please See Mentally
Challenged.
Retire
To dream of
retirement represents issues you have with getting old. Retirement may also
refer to a transition or phase. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor for
something that you need to "retire" or put to rest.
Retreat
To dream that you
are on a retreat represents spiritual renewal and healing. It is time to
replenish your energy.
To dream that you
are retreating from a situation indicates that you do not have the strength or
the energy to deal with some waking situation. Perhaps you are in denial about
something.
Reunion
To dream that
you are attending a reunion suggests that there are feelings from the past which
you need to acknowledge and recognize. Or perhaps the dream is highlighting how
you have already incorporated certain aspects or qualities of the people in
your dream reunion.
Revelation
To dream that you
have a revelation signifies a new or bright outlook toward a situation. You have
a clear perspective on things. Alternatively, a dream revelation symbolizes a
new idea.
Revenge
To dream that you
are taking revenge suggests that you are experiencing some emotional imbalance.
You are harboring some repressed emotions.
To dream that
someone is taking revenge on you signifies fear and distrust.
Reverend
To see a reverend
in your dream indicates that you are looking for respect and guidance. The dream
may also mean that you need to be more selfless and reach out to others in their
time of need.
Reverse
*Please See Backward.
Revolt
To see a revolt in
your dream indicates the influence of peer pressure working against you. You
want to go against the masses.
Revolver
To see a revolver
in your dream symbolizes lingering danger. It also represents fear, anger,
aggression, and your quick temper. You are using your power to protect yourself
against the fear and anger.
*Please also
see Pistol
or Gun.
Revolution
To dream that you
are part of a revolution suggests that major changes are occurring within
yourself. You are experiencing some major emotional turmoil that needs to be
confronted and resolved. Alternatively, the dream symbolizes your view of the
world and your future.
Revolving
Door
*Please see Door.
Rewind
To dream that
something is rewinding represents your desires to turn back time and redo
certain things over again. It may denote regrets and remorse. You need to stop
living in the past and look toward the future. Alternatively, the dream may be a
reminder of where you came from and how you got to be where you are today. Give
appreciation to those who have helped you along the way.
Rheumatism
To dream that you
have rheumatism suggests that some unexpected issue will delay the achievement
of your goals and plans. Alternatively, the dream symbolizes your rigid and
inflexible ways. You need to loosen up.
Rhinestones
To see rhinestones
in your dream signify short-lived pleasures.
Rhinoceros
To see a
rhinoceros in your dream suggests that you need to forge ahead toward your
goals. Do not take "no" for an answer or let any obstacles sidetrack
you from your destination. You need to be more aggressive.
Rhubarb
To see or eat
rhubarb in your dream suggests that you are freeing yourself out of an unwanted
situation or relationship. Alternatively, it implies that the pleasant times are
here to stay.
Rhyme
To hear or make
rhymes in your dream indicate that you are seeking balance and harmony in your
life. Rhymes may be a way for you to better remember an important component
in your dream when you wake. Focus on what it may be trying to tell you.
Alternatively, the dream symbolizes a silly or confusing situation. Consider the
phrase "no rhyme or reason".
Rhythm
To hear a rhythm
in your dream symbolizes the pace of your life.
Rib
To see your ribs
in your dream suggest that you are shielding yourself from heartbreak. In the
biblical sense, the rib is symbolic of your spouse.
Ribbon
To see a ribbon in
your dream signifies innocence, playfulness, festivities, frivolity and
girliness. Consider the type of ribbon and how it is tied. Also consider the
color of the ribbon for additional significance. For example, a blue ribbon is
associated with being the best. Pink ribbon is symbolic of breast cancer
awareness. Yellow ribbon signifies the pending return of a loved one from the
military. And a red ribbon symbolizes AIDS awareness.
Rice
To see grains of
rice in your dream symbolize success, prosperity, luck, fertility and warm
friendships.
To dream that you
are eating rice denotes happiness and tranquility in the home.
To dream that you
are cooking rice signifies the new responsibilities that will bring you much
joy.
Rich
To dream that you
are rich signifies pride and self confidence. You will experience much success
through your perseverance. The dream may also refer to someone named
"Rich" or "Richard".
*Please also
see Wealth.
Rickshaw
To see or ride in
a rickshaw represents a simpler way of life. It also represents manual power and
resourcefulness. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you will progress
through life at a slow and steady pace.
To pull a rickshaw
in your dream symbolizes the burdens that you are literally carrying on your
shoulders. You feel that someone else is not pulling their own weight and you
are having to support them. Alternatively, it signifies that hard work and
manual labor will eventually get you to where you need.
Riddles
To dream that you
are trying to solve a riddle suggests that your patience is being put to the
test in some waking situation. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are
intentionally being cryptic about your true feelings or intentions.
Ride
To dream that you
are riding an animal or vehicle symbolizes the path and direction of your life. If
you were riding away, then it suggests that you need to distance yourself from
some issue. Alternatively, the dream means that you are going along with someone
else's plans and ideas. You need to be less passive and stand up for yourself.
In particular, to dream that you are riding a bicycle, motorcycle, or horse, is
analogous to your sexual rhythm.
To dream that you
are being refused a ride implies that your views are in conflict with the person
or persons in the vehicle.
Ridge
To dream that you
are on a mountain ridge represents the struggles and challenges you have
experienced and/or overcame in your waking life.
To see a ridge in
your dream refers to the balance that you need to maintain in various aspects of
your life.
Rifle
To see a rifle
with a scope in your dream implies that you are directing your anger and
aggression toward a specific person or issue. Alternatively, a rifle is symbolic
of the penis and raw masculine energy.
Dreaming that you
are standing on a roof holding a rifle means that you feel the need to protect
the things that are important to you. You are standing firm on your
beliefs.
*Please Also See
Gun.
Right
To dream of the
right side represents conscious reality, deliberate action and rational
thoughts. It may also be a pun on the rightness of an idea, decision, or plan.
The dream is telling you that you are doing the right thing or that you are on
the right path. Alternatively, the dream may mean that you need to stand
up for your "rights". Or it may be a metaphor for your right leaning
political views.
Rigor
Mortis
To dream that a
body is in rigor mortis suggests that you are feeling emotionally numb,
withdrawn, and detached from those around you.
Ring
To see or receive
a ring in your dream symbolizes emotional wholeness, continuity, commitments and
honor. If the ring is on your finger, then it signifies your commitment to a
relationship or to a new endeavor. You are loyal to your ideals,
responsibilities, or beliefs.
To dream that your
ring is broken indicates that your loyalty is called into question.
Alternatively, a broken ring symbolizes an end to some relationship. There is a
loss of commitment.
To dream that you
lose a ring or someone has stolen your ring represents insecurity. You may be
losing interest in some relationship or issue.
To see a pearl
ring in your dream symbolizes tenderness, purity of love and early romance.
Ringmaster
To see or dream
that you are a ringmaster suggests that you are taking control of your hectic
life. You are searching for order in your life.
Ringworms
To dream that you
have ringworms signify a major annoyance or frustration in your waking life. You
are being sidetracked by counterproductive activities.
Rink
To see a rink in
your dream suggests that you are going around in circles. Alternatively, the
dream indicates that you have control over your cold or bitter feelings.
Riot
To see or
participate in a riot in your dream suggests that you need to stand up for
yourself. You need to speak up and address what is bothering you. Alternatively,
the dream signifies a loss to your individuality. You are involved in a
situation that is destructive to your well being.
Rip
To rip something
in your dream indicates dissatisfaction with the direction that a project or
situation is going. Alternatively, the dream may be a a pun on "rip
off" or "to rip on someone" as in to insult or bad mouth them.
Consider if these scenarios parallel your waking situation.
To see something
rip in your dream suggests that you are overestimating the strength of
something. In particular, to dream that your notebook is ripped means that you
lack confidence in your ability to write and convey your thoughts. Perhaps you
are having difficulty accepting your flaws and imperfections.
Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor to signify the acronym for
"R.I.P."
Rising
To dream that
something is rising into the air refers to unexpected wealth and pleasures. The
dream may be a metaphor that you are rising above a situation.
To dream that you
are rising to a high position means that success will come as a result of your
determination.
Risk
To dream that you
are taking a risk indicates that you are pushing yourself to the limit. You are
seizing an opportunity and standing up to your fears.
Ritual
To dream of a
ritual indicates that there is a habit that you need to break. Some waking
pattern is repeating itself, resulting in a viscous cycle. You need to
focus your energies and cleanse yourself spiritually and emotionally.
Rival
To dream that you
have a rival indicates that you are reluctant in asserting you rights and
standing up for yourself. Consequently, you are losing your credibility and
standing with others. Alternatively, the dream means that you need to be more
aggressive.
To dream that you
are outwitted by a rival suggests that you have neglected your duties or
abandoned your responsibilities.
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