Great Dictionary of Dreams

lament

Possible interpretations

  • Evokes feelings of anxiety, sadness, or frustration.
  • Symbolizes a period of reflection on one's emotions or unspoken concerns.
  • Suggests a need to express one's feelings or seek support in the face of difficulties.
  • Invites you to listen to your inner voice and take the time to assess your emotional concerns.

How to interpret this dream for you?

  • Identify the current situations in your life where you feel sadness or regret. What are the possible causes of these feelings?
  • Reflect on the emotions you might be suppressing. How could you express them in a constructive way?
  • If the lament is sung by you, assess the means to express your repressed emotions. What tools or activities could help you release these emotions?
  • If the lament is sung by someone else, identify the people in your life for whom you feel compassion or empathy. How could you support them?
  • Consider the areas of your life where you feel dissatisfied or neglected. What changes could you consider to improve your emotional well-being?
  • Explore personal development or communication techniques that could help you better listen to your heart and give voice to your emotions.

When the dreamer hears a lament, it is the echo of their soul whispering buried regrets and silent sorrows. It is a quiet call to release captive emotions and to acknowledge the melody of their own needs, a step towards inner harmony and emotional balance.