Expert: Christine Zimmerman - 5/20/2009

Question
I had a very disturbing dream and awoke crying. I have very vivid dreams and usually can remember them and sometimes revisit them.  thm83 I fell back to sleep and was awaken by a black bird (sparrow) flapping on the window with its' wings loud enough to wake me up.  I later came upon a shiny penny in a parking lot.  I feel a  momentum but of what I don't know. Any thoughts?

Answer
Merry Meet Donna,

Well it could be that you might be having a problem with your perception of self worth.   The Sparrow symbolizes this.  This is the meaning:

The sparrow is one of the most common birds around,
yet it has flourished when other species have failed.
It reflects self-worth.
If a Sparrow totem has entered your life, ask yourself if you know your own self-worth.
The sparrow will show you that even a common little bird can triumph.

The song sparrow reflects the chakra energy awakening from the heart and throat.
It reminds us to sing out our own song of dignity and self-worth.

The penny is often connected with your talents, energies, and perseverance. Do not underestimate your ability. If the penny is shiny, then it signifies luck.  So there is sort of a momentum so to speak.  I see that you possibly feel as if your self worth lies in your talents which is the reason the sparrow showed up and you dreamed about the penny.  Maybe it's time to take stock and really look long and hard at your life.  Once you do I'm positive you will find that self worth.  Trust me it's in there!  

I hope my interpretation of your dream satisfies your question.  If you have any others, please feel free to ask.

Many blessings to you and yours,

Christine