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Oak
The oak tree is a powerful dream symbol and mean that the dreamer is an honest and stable person whom others can trust with their secrets.
Oar
If you dreamed of losing or breaking an oar, you will have difficulties, but you can quickly overcome them by using your head. If you dreamed of rowing a boat, or of being rowed in one, you can expect to make steady progress along your chosen path.
Oasis
An oasis in a dream suggests the dreamer is feeling smothered or is not getting the kind of attention she wants in a real life relationship.
Oatmeal
To dream that you are eating oatmeal is good luck, symbolizing an increase in your finances.
Obituary
To see or read an obituary in your dream represents the end of your old attitudes and outdated beliefs.
Obsession
To dream about being obsessed with someone (or something) suggests that you are lacking or feeling unfulfilled in some aspect of your life. Alternatively, you may need to exercise more self-control.
Obstacle Course
If you dream of running an obstacle course, this straight-forwardly represents that you feel challenged by many real-life obstacles. If you dream of winning the race, you will be successful in whatever concerns you most. If you fall or lose the race, you feel like you are being overwhelmed by your real-life responsibilities or problems.
Ocean
Dreams about the ocean are strong signals from the unconscious mind. If you dream of being lost at sea, you are unsure about your feelings for a certain person. A stormy sea or one with sea monsters suggests confusion and anxiety in the dreamer. On the other hand, a peaceful sea suggets the dreamer is comfortable with herself and her sexuality. If you dream of catching a big fish from the sea, a wonderful opportunity will come to you. Also see "Currents."
Octopus
Dreaming about an octopus means you are hanging on to something in your life that is holding you back from achieving success.
Odor
To dream of an unpleasant odor predicts anxieties which could be major or minor (depending on how bad the dream smell is). Also, to smell something in your dream often indicates your past experiences and feelings with that particular smell. Your dream may be trying to convey a feeling to you by associating it with a familiar smell.
Office
To dream of being at an office, indicates that you are overwhelmed by work or homework pressures. You have too much on your mind. Alternatively, this dream may symbolize your status, accomplishments and your place in the world.
Ogre
To see an ogre in your dream signifies self-criticism and discipline.
Oil
Dreams about oil signify good health and good fortune.
Older
To dream you are older than your actual years, indicates you should see a doctor - there may be a health problem.
Old man
An old man in a dream represents forgiveness for past mistakes. This dream can also mean that the dreamer has completed a long emotional journey.
Old woman
An old woman in a dream symbolizes feminine energy, life and nuturing of the spirit. This dream can also mean a transition to a new, pleasurable stage of life.
Olives
To dream that you are eating olives symbolizes happiness and faithful friends.
Olympics
To dream that you are competing in the Olympics, represents your need to grow and expand. Learn the value of endurance and perseverance. Also be more assertive. If you dream of winning an Olympic competition, you have the necessary skills to accomplish a goal or solve a problem in your life. If you dream of watching the Olympics, you may feel that others are passing you by in some way - socially or romantically - and you are just "sitting on the sidelines" of life. You need to get more confidence and be more involved in things.
One
In dreams, the number one stands for individuality, solitude, the ego, leadership, originality, and a winner. It also stands for a higher spiritual force.
Onions
Seeing quantities of onions in your dreams, represents the amount of envy you will get from others by being successful. If you see the onions growing, there will be just enough of rivalry in your affairs to make things interesting. Dreams of cutting onions and getting tears in your eyes mean that you may be defeated by your rivals.
