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Determining Dream Type
Dream Types Provide Clues to Meaning
Dream Interpretations by Nancy Wagaman, M.A.
Dream type can give helpful clues to what your dream means. A dream usually falls into one or more of the following categories, depending on dream content and structure.Determining the type of dream you had can reveal a lot about the dream's context, which helps you to understand the meaning of the dream, its theme, symbols, and message.
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Clarification Dream: clarifies a situation or feeling
Symbolism Dream: contains a key element of significance
Timeline Dream: depicts a certain time period in your life
Rehearsal Dream: a run-through of an expected event
Message Dream: has a message from an outside source
Premonition Dream: predicts one or more future events
Interaction Dream: actual encounter with someone
Toxic Dream: nightmare or stress dream triggered by toxins