Popular Dream Symbols

You might be surprised to learn that children, especially boys, dream a lot about cars even though they certainly can't drive themselves. Generally, if a car isn't functioning properly in a dream, the child may feel as if his life isn't moving in the right direction and that he's having trouble influencing the course of events. In essence, something is broken in his life or he's losing control. Because of their ability to take us from one point to another, cars in dreams can also symbolize a transition in life. In addition, vehicle issues in dreams can mirror physical problems, such as injuries. On the upside, cars can be positive symbols--embodying desirable attributes, such as strength--if a child is dreaming about a car that he likes or one he associates with a pleasant experience.