10 Crazy Dreams and What They Mean

We dream more than we know. Experts suggest we typically have four to six dreams every night, but some crazy dreams are those we remember.

Most of us wouldn’t believe that we have so many dreams every night. The dreams you remember are typically those that occur during REM sleep and not during other sleep phases. The dreams you remember might have some meaning to them, or they could simply be something that your brain produced because it’s in active mode while you’re sleeping. Let’s see what some of these dreams mean.

Have you ever dreamed about being chased?

One of the most coming nightmares is about being chased. Sometimes you have no idea who or what is chasing you; other times, you face the chaser and wake up just before they catch you. This dream means you’re suppressing something within yourself. This could be feelings of anger, jealousy, or resentment. Until you release these feelings and face them, you could find this nightmare of being chased a recurring theme during your REM sleep cycle. Those repressed emotions need to come out, even if it’s only to someone you confide in.

You’re falling and never seem to stop

Some believe that if you dream about falling and you hit the ground, you die in real life. There’s no proof of this, but how could there be? Still, falling is one of the crazy dreams that seems pretty simple but could have some deeper underlying meaning to it. Dreaming about falling is often an indicator that something is going poorly in your life. You might need to rethink a recent decision or move in a new direction in some area of your life.

Catching fire in your dreams has an unusual meaning

Actually, if you dream about catching fire, it could have a direct related meaning. This dream means you should be aware that a change could cause problems in your life. Catching fire during your nightmare might mean that you need to burn that choice down and leave it behind you so that you can move on. This dream could also mean you’re about to deal with a problematic situation or challenge that might have long-term benefits.

Being naked in public is a common dream

Most of us have either had the dream or known someone that had the dream of being naked in public. This typically indicates you’re unprepared for what’s to come, or you’re afraid of showing your imperfections. Often, young students have this dream before a big test because they either feel unprepared or truly are unprepared for the test. It’s one of those crazy dreams that has a pretty direct and significant meaning in life.

Have you ever dreamed about being shot?

If you hit the ground when you fall, you die, is the same true for getting shot in your dreams? Being shot in your nightmares is a pretty common theme that has several meanings. Sometimes this dream comes right after watching disturbing movie, but it could have a deeper meaning, If you’re fighting for survival in your daily life, getting shot could represent your struggles, even if it’s not truly for survival, but while trying to get ahead, or being overlooked for a promotion.

Dreaming about death is a fearful dream

Many of us fear the unknown. While we can get excited about new opportunities with lots of upside, the unknown is still scary. As humans, we love our comfort zones. If you’re facing some unknown situations, you might have dreams about dying or death around you. Those nearing the end of their lives also have this crazy dream, often with a bit more comfort as they prepare to leave this world and move on to whatever form of afterlife they believe in. Dreams about dying can have two quite different meanings to different groups of people.

What does it mean when you dream about tornadoes?

Think about the symbolism of the swirling vortex that is a tornado. Unless you’ve recently watched The Wizard of Oz or Sharknado, it’s likely you’re having some serious troubles with emotional anxiety and worry that brings these tornadoes into your dreams. If the tornado is white, red, or black, these are symbols of extreme emotional distress, which could lead to losing control. If you have this dream more than once, you should probably talk out your feelings with someone you trust.

Have you ever dreamed about taking a test?

It’s common for the crazy dream of taking a test to pop up many years after you’ve left school. You might even go through an entire school day with the test in the middle. These dreams often mean you’ve got an underlying fear of failure. This could be one of the most common dreams that people have, and it symbolizes our fears of failing, being unprepared, or being uncertain of the upcoming challenges in life.

Why would you dream about drowning?

If you’re having recurring dreams about drowning, you should absolutely take this as a sign. Sometimes our subconscious minds can send messages that our conscious minds can’t send. The drowning dream is a sign that you’re feeling overwhelmed in your life and have been bogged down by an endless array of assignments and work that make it difficult for you to have balance in your life. This dream is a sign that you need to take a step back and find some time for yourself so that you can decompress and recharge.

What does it mean if you dream about infidelity?

When you dream that your spouse or romantic partner is cheating on you, that means something that you should address. You’ll need to address this dream with your partner, not because they are actually cheating, but because you’re not getting what you need out of the relationship. This is one of those crazy dreams that does symbolize something going on in your partnership. Of course, it’s up to you to figure out what you’re not getting from the other person when you address this dream with them. Remember, this dream doesn’t mean your partner has actually been unfaithful.

Have you experienced some of these crazy dreams and can remember them vividly? If they become recurring themes in your unconscious, you might need to act on them during the day.