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January 13, 2022
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Sarah Regan is a Spirituality & Relationships Editor, and a registered yoga instructor. She received her bachelor's in broadcasting and mass communication from SUNY Oswego, and lives in Buffalo, New York.
What to do about wedding dreams Image by mbg creative X Minette Hand / Stocksy January 13, 2022 Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. Our dreams can offer us a glimpse into our subconscious and provide clues into our deepest truths—once we decode them, that is. If you've been dreaming about weddings and want to know what it could mean, we asked dream experts for their take. Here's what they had to say, including what to do if you keep dreaming about saying "I do."
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Dream interpretation.
While researchers haven't figured out exactly why we dream, one theory is that dreams help us process memories and emotions and rehearse potential scenarios that could happen in the future. How you interpret your own dreams, then, will depend on your own personal associations with the content of your dreams.
According to both professional dream analystLauri Loewenberg and spiritual guide, psychologist, and author ofThe Alchemy of Your Dreams Athena Laz, the emotions a dream brings up for you can often be one of your biggest clues.
"No dream symbol can offer the same meaning to every person because the dream as a whole story (not singular symbols) is what relays the guidance and message to the dreamer," Laz explains to mbg.
With that said, here are some potential interpretations for a handful of common wedding-related dreams, according to Laz and Loewenberg.
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When you're the one getting married in the dream.
If you're in a relationship:
If you're in a relationship and dream of marrying your partner, especially if taking that next step in your relationship has been on your mind, this can be a more literal dream. It's a dress rehearsal of sorts, as Loewenberg calls it.
"Your subconscious is putting you through a dress rehearsal with this person so you can determine if this feels right to you or not," she explains.
And as Laz notes, how it made you feel is exactly what you want to reflect on. "Were you happy or sad, relieved, in love, or terrified? The union, in this case, could be speaking to the way you feel about your relationship or how you generally feel about intimacy," she tells mbg.
If you're single:
If you're single and dream of getting married, this dream could represent a type of union within yourself. If you can recall whom you were marrying in the dream, that figure might hold a clue about a side of yourself you're just starting to get to know better.
When you're marrying someone you can't see.
According to Loewenberg, dreaming that you're marrying someone you can't see (i.e., their face is blurry, or you're at the altar but can't look in their eyes) is the most common dream she's heard about from clients. In this case, she says, your betrothed may also represent a part of yourself that's unknown, so get a feel for the energy they're exuding.
"When you get this dream, it's because your subconscious wants you to commit to some side of yourself. It's some kind of commitment you need to make in real life," she adds.
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When you're attending someone else's wedding or in their wedding party.
To attend someone else's wedding in a dream suggests you feel compelled to support them in your waking life. Loewenberg notes, of course, if you actually have a friend who is engaged, dreaming about that can be more literal. But if not, "your subconscious is encouraging you to play a supportive role in this person's life with whatever it is they're trying to commit to," she says.
When you're marrying someone you don't like.
If you're marrying someone you don't like in your dream, Laz says, the qualities you don't like in this person could very well be within you. This dream can be "a call to reflect on the disavowed aspects of yourself, or of the collective you live in," she says.
After a dream like this, she recommends asking yourself what it is about this person you don't like, and then, if those things are present in you.
"Fierce honesty is required here because dreams like this come to alert one to behaviors, relationships, or patterns that they are often unwilling to own," Laz says.
But, she adds, the fact that this marriage is taking place in your dream is a positive sign. "It shows the dreamer that they are finally coming into contact—and perhaps even joining—previously unlikable qualities within themselves," Laz says.
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When you're marrying someone who's not your partner.
In some cases, dreaming of marrying someone other than your partner can indicate you're discovering a quality within yourself that you are "married to," Laz tells mbg.
According to Loewenberg, it can also mean this person has some quality or qualities that you find admirable and that you want to commit to. And of course, she adds, if you're actually interested in this person in real life, "again, it's your subconscious testing the waters there."
When a wedding dress appears in your dream.
Maybe your dreams don't involve the actual event of a wedding, but rather, a wedding dress. In this case, Loewenberg explains, your subconscious could be suggesting that there's something you need to commit to, whether it's a new job, a new healthy habit, or perhaps even a person.
Laz notes that in general, wedding dresses in dreams symbolize a union, as well as life cycles and stages of initiation. "It shows us that a union, a marriage, an initiation is occurring for the dreamer," she says.
If you're wearing the dress, for example, Laz says that shows you that you're in the initiation. "If you're about to put on the dress, you're embarking on the initiation, or say someone rips your wedding dress—that shows the initiation has been damaged in some sense," she adds.
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What to do about wedding-related dreams.
Whether you've been dreaming about a wedding dress, or a mystery groom at the altar, the most important thing you can do is figure out where the emotions that were present in the dream are present in your waking life.
Laz suggests, for example, asking questions like, "Who (or what) was I marrying in the dream and how did it make me feel?" or, "Am I finally able to reconcile two seemingly opposite or conflicting aspects of myself or my behavior?"
She adds that from a psychological point of view, recurring dreams invite us to look at repetitive patterns, beliefs, emotions, or relationships that we are replaying in our waking lives.
And according to Loewenberg, these dreams can also give us clues about what we need to commit to. "More than anything, wedding dreams are about the need to commit to something and stick to it in real life," she says.
Oh and just as an FYI, if you're currently engaged and keep dreaming about your wedding, Loewenberg says it's extremely normal and no cause for alarm. "Don't let the dreams freak you out. Focus on what's important right now as you plan that wedding journey," she says.
The bottom line.
So many common dream symbols and themes aren't always meant to be taken literally, and wedding dreams are no exception. Only you can uncover what a specific dream means to you, and tapping into the imagery, emotion, and symbolism of your dreams will get you one step closer to decoding their messages.
FAQs
What does wedding interpretation mean in a dream? ›
If you dream about a wedding, it can symbolise a period of great happiness, especially in your love life, according to Millers Guild. If you've always wanted to enjoy your dream wedding and marry the love of your life, this dream will certainly be a welcome one.
What is the biblical meaning of dreaming of a wedding? ›Marriage is about commitment. So for some, a wedding could symbolise coming to know God, or making a decision to follow Jesus. For those who already have a relationship with God, it could be about a re-commitment, or deeper level of commitment and oneness with Him.
What does it mean to dream about getting married but not wanting to? ›If you're dreaming about getting married, but that is not the case in real life, it might mean that you're approaching some other sort of commitment and not feeling ready for it.
What happens if we see own marriage in dream? ›According to a Hindu myth, to see your own marriage spells distress, but to see a bride happy shall bring forth happiness and pleasure. If a married person sees his or her own marriage in a dream, it spells a lot of trouble for him. Similarly, for a widow to dream of her marriage is thought to be very unlucky for her.
What does it mean when you dream about getting married to someone you know? ›Dreams of marrying a specific person may indicate that you want their qualities in a partner, or that you'll team up with them. If you keep having dreams of a specific person marrying you, it could be that you want to have a relationship with someone who has similar qualities to them.
What is the spiritual meaning of a wedding? ›A wedding of course also is a moment of unity, of joining – this can be when people commit to share property, wealth, burdens and joys, and of course the marital bed. On a more profound level it may also be a sacred unity of love, of spiritual alignment and the twining together of souls.
What is the spiritual meaning of getting married? ›A spiritual wedding ceremony is a type of ceremony that acknowledges the couples' connection to God or the divine but allows the freedom to express it in their way during the ceremony.
Is it good to see marriage in dream? ›Is a sign of joyous celebration and sacred union. Whether you're single or married, dreaming of one's marriage is considered to be a good omen. To dream that you are attending a marriage foretells that you will receive good news from those close.
What does it mean when you see yourself in a dream? ›Seeing yourself in the mirror implies that you are in need of a bit of self-reflection. Perhaps there is something happening to you, or something going on that you don't quite understand. This meaning changes if you like your reflection in your dream.
Why did I have a dream about marriage? ›"When you get this dream, it's because your subconscious wants you to commit to some side of yourself. It's some kind of commitment you need to make in real life," she adds.
What does it mean when you dream about a wedding without a bride? ›
If you in love dream about attending a wedding, it indicates that you will encounter twists and turns in love and you may have conflicts with your lover because of trifles. Dreaming about the wedding without a bride or groom indicates that you don't trust your lover.
What does it mean when you dream about a wedding with no groom? ›One could be dreaming about a wedding with no groom because of 1) desire for someone special, 2) fear that one will never meet the right person, 3) unrealistic expectations, 4) fear of commitment, 5) loneliness, and 6) premonition of marriage. Dreams about weddings with no groom are actually fairly common.
Does dreaming of getting married mean death? ›In the same way that a wedding represents a major change and a new start, death also represents a profound change and a new beginning. Another reason that a wedding dream can symbolize death is because of the symbolism of union.
How do you know if someone is dreaming about you? ›If you experience a sudden feeling of déjà vu, this could be yet another sign that someone out there is dreaming about you. A lot of the time, the only explanation for this type of feeling is that someone out there is experiencing dreams about you. It could be someone who's been in your life for a while now.
What does it mean when you dream about preparing to attend a wedding? ›Getting ready for a wedding in a dream usually means there is joy, excitement, and anticipation about what the future holds. In your dream, you are getting ready for this important event so it suggests that there is something big going on in your waking life that will bring about a new beginning or a fresh start.
What does it mean when you dream about wedding dresses? ›When you dream about a wedding dress, it's usually because you've been thinking about making a big life change or reaching for the stars. It means that if you keep going in this direction, your dreams are within reach.
What is the meaning of seeing marriage in dream in Islam? ›1- According to Ibn Sirin رحمة الله عليه, the greatest dream interpreter of Islam, getting married is an indication of marrying soon in the real life for an unmarried person. 2- If an already married person is getting married in a dream, it indicates respect.
Is it good to remember your dreams? ›While researchers still aren't sure what exactly causes dreaming, it's a relief to know that remembering your dreams is a common, healthy thing. It doesn't mean you aren't sleeping well, and it definitely doesn't mean you're crazy or “not normal.”
Do dreams tell you the truth? ›Dreams never lie
Dreams tell you what you really know about something, what you really feel. They point you toward what you need for growth, integration, expression, and the health of your relationships to person, place, and thing. They can help you fine-tune your direction and show you your unfinished business.
"Dreams are often about identity, because we're figuring out who we are and what we need, and the beliefs and perspectives we hold," says Wallace. "If you feel unfulfilled, undervalued or not the person you want to be in waking life, your dreams will often reflect that.
What does it mean when you dream of attending someone's wedding? ›
Dreaming about attending a wedding usually indicates the death of your relative or friend. Dreaming about looking on someone else's wedding indicates the good luck of your family, such as family member getting promoted and success in exam.
What is the meaning of attending a wedding? ›If you attend a meeting or other event, you are present at it.
What does it mean to dream of ceremony? ›Any formal ritual where characters have gathered represents the consummation and integration taking place within you. Vows and promises are made during a time of transition or when you enter different stages of life. This is a positive image of transformation that is being solidified within you.
What does it mean when you dream about getting ready to go to a wedding? ›...you're preparing yourself to accept change.
It's not uncommon to dream that you're getting ready for a wedding but never see who's waiting for you at the altar. Not seeing who you're marrying might be a sign that you're preparing to enter into a commitment that you don't fully understand.
To see that there is a bride in a black or dark wedding dress in a dream indicates that the person will receive sad news. If the person is in an ongoing relationship, seeing a black wedding dress indicates that the dreamer thinks there are internal problems in this relationship.
What does it mean when you dream about getting married in a white dress? ›A white dress is most often connected to weddings and other happy occasions. Dreaming about such a dress symbolizes joy, happiness, purity, innocence, new beginnings, and spiritual growth.
What does it mean when you dream about getting married to someone you don t love? ›When you have such a dream, then it means that you fear getting burdened by an undesired commitment. You know that you shall fail, and therefore, wouldn't want to have such a union. It could mean that you may land in a situation or be among people or get compelled to take up a job that you despise.