Falling -- Have your dreams ever put you high in the air without wings or a parachute? The not-so-restful sensation that the ground is rising to meet your plummeting body is not an uncommon dream theme. It may betray feelings of insecurity due to a divorce, job loss, or a sudden change.

Flying -- Up, up and away! If you've ever experienced the thrill of a flying dream, then you probably don't need to be told that it usually represents a sense of exuberance, perhaps because in waking life you are doing something extraordinary and unique.

The Chase -- You try to get away but your legs won't move. And don't bother trying to scream, because you can't even make a peep. If the inescapable chase is on in your dreams, it may mean that your having trouble with trust, or you can't escape an angry boss or an IRS audit.

Embarrassment -- If you've ever dreamt that you're at the office in your underwear, you're not alone. The all-to-common dream that you've been caught with your pants down is usually a response to a real or feared social embarassment.

Glory -- Ever dream that you're a brain surgeon or a concert pianist? For non-brain surgeons, this dream usually falls in the "wish-fulfillment" category. Enjoy the applause and back-slapping while you can; these commonly show up when one is experiencing difficulties in their personal or professional life.

Sex -- Dreams of intimacy are becoming more and more prevalent, perhaps due to a growing abundance of visual stimulation in the media. Sex dreams can be fantastic or nightmarish, depending upon the gender or identity of the partner.

Death -- It is not uncommon for those entering middle age to begin dreaming about death. These dreams can be quite spiritual, and they are not always unpleasant. A reference to death can mean that the dreamer is contemplating their own mortality.