What does a dream about sex, making love, mean?
A dream about sex can be confusing, especially if it involves someone you don't normally think about. This dream does not mean that you see the person you are having sex with in your dream romantically or sexually. This dream is often about bringing different sides of yourself together. Perhaps you recognise traits in that person that you also want in yourself. Or this dream could mean that you haven't had sex for a while or that you have desires and needs for love that you are repressing.
A dream about sex can also symbolise:
Emotional connection: A dream about sex symbolises a deep emotional connection or need for closeness with someone in your life. This dream indicates a desire for greater intimacy and closeness with this person. This dream also symbolises the underlying feelings of affection and care you cherish for the other person. This dream indicates a need to further explore and strengthen this connection in your daily life.
Personal strength: A dream about sex symbolises your own power and self-assurance. This dream indicates a sense of control and competence in your life, both personally and professionally. This dream also symbolises your desire to be assertive and take your place in situations where you want to exert influence. This dream indicates recognition of your own worth and confidence in your abilities.
Longing for change: A dream about sex symbolises a deep desire for change or transformation in your life. This dream indicates your need to leave old habits behind and embrace new experiences. This dream also symbolises the beginning of a new phase in your life, where you are open to growth and development. This dream indicates a willingness to explore new possibilities and renew yourself.
Unfulfilled desires: A dream about sex symbolises unfulfilled desires or needs that you do not fully acknowledge or fulfil in your waking life. This dream indicates a subconscious desire for fulfilment and satisfaction in some aspect of your life. This dream also symbolises the need to pay attention to what you really want and need. This dream indicates the importance of listening to your inner desires and taking steps to fulfil them.
Expression of creativity: A dream about sex symbolises your creative energy and the desire to express it in a meaningful way. This dream indicates a flow of inspiration and the need to express yourself through art, work, or other forms of self-expression. This dream also symbolises the power of creativity to bring about change in your life. This dream points to the importance of embracing your creative potential and finding ways to let it flow into your daily life.
What does a dream about sex with someone of your own sex mean?
A dream about having sex with someone of your own sex or gender if you are heterosexual symbolises self-love and acceptance. You need to get more in touch with your feminine or masculine side. Or maybe you feel like experimenting. See more in the dream meaning of gay or lesbian
What does a dream about sex with someone of the opposite sex mean?
A dream about having sex with someone of the opposite sex or gender if you are gay symbolises that you need to integrate certain feminine or masculine qualities and feelings into your life.
Dreaming about sex with someone other than your partner
What does a dream about sex with someone other than your partner mean?
A dream about sex with someone other than your partner symbolises dissatisfaction with the physical side of your relationship. This dream could also be an innocent fantasy in which you are sexually less inhibited. You may need to bring that sense of adventure back into your existing relationship. See also the dream meaning of cheating
What does a dream about sex with someone else mean if you're getting married?
A dream about sex with another person or an ex just before your wedding date is not uncommon. This could be due to the intensity of sexual passion with your fiancé. Or this dream has to do with the new role you are taking on and the uncertainty that may come with it.
What does a dream about a threesome, quartet or orgy mean?
A dream about sex with multiple partners at the same time indicates that you feel detached in a personal relationship. You see sex as a physical act is without any emotion or passion. Perhaps your sex life is in a rut. See also the dream meaning of trio
Dreams about watching sex
What does a dream about watching sex mean?
A dream in which you watch others having sex symbolises that you are too involved in their relationship. This could have several reasons, such as a desire for your own relationship, or problems with the relationship you are in. Or this dream refers to your desire to be more adventurous in your own sex life.
What does a dream mean in which you watch while your partner has sex with another person?
A dream in which you watch while your partner has sex with someone else symbolises that you take a passive role in your sex life. Perhaps you feel you cannot satisfy him or her. This dream is signifying that you need to share your sexual concerns or desires with your partner. This dream may also reflect a personal fantasy you have.
What does a dream in which people watch you have sex mean?
A dream in which you have sex while people are watching you is not about a desire for sex but rather frustration or envy.
Dreaming about sex with a specific person
What does a dream about sex with an ex mean?
A dream in which you have sex with an ex symbolizes your reservations about entering into a new relationship or situation. You may feel nervous about exposing yourself and remember old emotions and feelings from when you and your ex were together. See also the dcream meaning of ex
What does a dream about sex with your mother mean?
A dream in which you have sex with your mother symbolises that you are beginning to resemble your mother. You feel her influence in your genes or your upbringing. This dream can also symbolise that you want to adopt some of your mother's qualities. See also the dream meaning of mother or forbidden love
What does a dream about sex with another family member mean?
A dream about sex with a family member symbolises that you long to be closer to them, or perhaps mend your broken relationship. A dream about sex with your sister is connected to your inner hopes and fears. Perhaps you have been thinking deeply lately. A dream about sex with your brother may be associated with problems in a work situation.
What does a dream about sex with a close friend mean?
A dream in which you have sex with a boyfriend or girlfriend symbolises the closeness you share with this person. Because the two of you share so much and know so much about each other, your dream may depict this closeness as sex. Alternatively, this dream indicates a certain attraction between you and a friend or girlfriend. You are too afraid to act on it so these desires are expressed in a dream.
What does a dream about sex with your boss mean?
A dream in which you have sex with your boss symbolises your desire for authority and control. You feel powerful.
What does a dream about sex with a colleague mean?
A dream about sex with a colleague symbolises that you have a connection with that person, or that you admire something about their ways. This dream could also mean that there is tension between you, and that it is good to talk about it. Or this dream symbolises your dynamic, how you work together and the distribution of power at work. You might subconsciously want to adopt some of this colleague's qualities.
What does a dream about sex with someone close to you mean?
A dream in which you have sex with someone close to you symbolises that you are in conflict with yourself . You are worried about new responsibilities you have to take on.
What does a dream about sex with someone you admire mean?
A dream about sex with a celebrity, someone you admire or someone you find attractive symbolises the feelings you have for him or her. This dream could also mean that parts of yourself are at odds with each other, or that you are carrying negative feelings for some reason.
What does a dream about sex with someone you dislike mean?
A dream in which you see someone having sex you dislike or a dream in which you have sex with someone you dislike symbolises that this person is bothering you with his or her opinions and judgements.
What does a dream about sex with someone you don't know mean?
A dream in which you have sex with a stranger symbolises uncertainty about what awaits you. Alternatively, this dream allows you to experiment freely without emotional baggage that you may get when having a sex dream with someone you know. In this scenario, you are able to release and express all your desires, passions and emotions.
What does a dream about sex with a celebrity mean?
A dream about sex with a celebrity symbolises that you long for fame, fortune and success. You want to be recognised. See also the dream meaning of celebrity
What does a dream about sex with an alien mean?
A dream in which you have sex with an alien symbolises a desire for something new and different in your sex life. See also the dream meaning of extraterrestrial or alien
Dreaming about sex in a specific place
What does a dream about sex in a hotel mean?
A dream about sex in a hotel symbolises that you need to let go of past mistakes. You need to take responsibility for past actions and move on. You may also find yourself in a situation where you are trying to control your emotions and desires. See also the dream meaning of hotel
What does a dream about sex in a car mean?
A dream about sex in a car symbolises that you need to come to terms with issues you are avoiding. This dream can also indicate that you have a strong sexual desire for a certain person. See also the dream meaning of car
What does a dream about sex on a ship mean?
A dream about sex on a ship symbolises emotional intimacy. This dream may indicate to you that you only have the physical activities of sex and the emotional connection is missing. See also the dream meaning of boat or ship
What does a dream about sex in a church mean?
A dream about sex in a church symbolises that you need to learn how to communicate more effectively with others. You need to learn how to express your feelings and needs in a way that does not make others feel rejected or threatened. See also the dream meaning of church
What does a dream about sex in a park mean?
A dream about sex in a park symbolises that your sexual desires are strong. It can also be an indication of unfulfilled desires or needs. Or the dream may be an indication that someone in your life is trying to take advantage of you. See also the dream meaning of park
What does a dream about sex in a bathroom mean?
A dream about sex in a bathroom symbolises that you need to regain your self-respect and self-esteem. If you are in a relationship, this dream may also indicate that you are trying to get closer to your partner. It could mean that you are trying to open up emotionally and express your needs more openly. See also the dream meaning of bathroom
What does a dream about sex in a library mean?
A dream about sex in a library symbolises that you are looking for someone who is knowledgeable about a particular subject. Perhaps you need some professional advice or help. The dream could also mean that you need to learn something about yourself or others. See also the dream meaning of library
What does a dream about sex in a hospital mean?
A dream about sex in a hospital symbolises that you have an emotional need for someone. Perhaps you are seeking support and love, or trying to heal some emotional wound. See also the dream meaning of hospital
What does a dream about sex in a public toilet mean?
A dream about sex in a public toilet symbolises that you are seeking sex with someone who is emotionally unavailable. It could be that you are trying to deal with some emotional problems that are preventing you from having a healthy sex life.
What does a dream about sex in a cinema mean?
A dream about sex in a movie theatre or cinema symbolises that you feel sexually repressed. This dream could also be a sign that you have some deep emotional wounds that need to be healed. Perhaps you are trying to resolve issues that are preventing you from having a healthy sexual relationship. See also the dream meaning of cinema
What does a dream about sex in a lift mean?
A dream about sex in a lift symbolises that you feel sexually repressed. It may also indicate that you have some unresolved sexual issues with a particular person. See also the dream meaning of lift or elevator
Other dreams about sex
What does a dream about sex in public mean?
A dream about sex in a public place symbolises that you think others are talking about your private relationship. See also the dream meaning of sex in public
What does a dream mean where you're looking for a place to have sex?
A dream in which you are looking for a place to have sex symbolises your search for intimacy and closeness. You want to rekindle a relationship. Or this dream may tell you that you need to be honest with your partner about your sexual fantasies and feelings.
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