Dreaming of ducks: What It Means

Chickens, with their link to the morning crow, can signal news or a new beginning. A noisy or fighting flock can instead point to squabbles and gossip, so the mood of the dream decides.

Birds often stand for freedom, messages and good news, but also for things leaving or chances slipping away. The kind of bird and how it moves shape the meaning.

A wedding dream often stands for commitment, a big life transition or two parts of life coming together. If the mood is joyful it's a positive sign; if it's anxious, it may reflect pressure about a relationship or responsibility.

Snake dreams are among the most common and most talked-about dreams. They can point to transformation, healing and hidden energy, but also to fears you haven't faced or someone you don't fully trust; the details of the dream decide which.

Pig dreams are mixed in Western symbolism, where pigs can stand for appetite, indulgence and comfort. In East Asian folklore, though, a pig is a famously lucky sign of prosperity, and that more upbeat reading is the one this dream usually gets.

A big, thick snake such as a python or boa is a powerful symbol of strength, transformation and something large moving through your life. In East Asian folklore the large snake is a protector of the home and a sign of great fortune, while Western readings lean toward deep change or a big fear.