labour

please see birth

labyrinth

to see this complex structure in your dream implies that you should reach out to people you wouldn't normally, to help you to resolve certain issues, or to help reach your goals. Look beyond your friends and family, such as a neighbour, your plumber, even a child where appropriate 

ladder

please see climb

ladybird 

this small beetle in your dream should only hold any significance according to its size. If the bug is large, as in grown human size, it indicates financial success. A plan you have had in place for a period of time is going to yield results. This could be anything from an insurance pay-off to an investment bond. If the bug is unnaturally small - in your perception - then you may expect unwanted news that at worst will necessitate a radical change of important plans or decisions

lake

please see water

lampstand

this type of light-fitting in your dream suggests protection from an unlikely source. Someone you are unaware of is watching over you and cares about what happens to you

landmine

to dream of this explosive represents your psychological well-being. It is a personal dream and therefore you are the only one who can interpret it with any accuracy. Assess how the events in this dream make you feel and how you see yourself in it, as all these things are likely to be representative in some way of how things really are in your waking life, as opposed to how you perceive them to be. Try to assess the way you interact with others and what is being said, how it is said and where. Consider the mine - can you see it, do you nearly step on it, does it detonate at any tiime, are you afraid, hurt, or completely indifferent? Even the smallest detail could provide an insight into an issue. Also see personal dreams

landfill

please see waste

landing

please see aeroplane

language

please see foreign language

laughter

if the intensity of the laughter in your dream suits the occasion it relates to, then it celebrates aspects of your life that you are happy with. If the laughter is exaggerated, either in volume or duration, you should look closer at what is going on in your life, as it indicates there are things you are unhappy about, but finding it difficult to discuss or put right

laundry

to dream of dirty household items that need to be washed, or that have been washed, indicates that you are making up stories about other people in order to give yourself an advantage in some way

lazy

to experience an unwillingness to work when there is work to be done, signifies resentment towards someone who does not deserve it. Think carefully about why you are harbouring these feelings because soon they will begin to wear you down. This dream does hold some positive undertones, in the sense that trying to sort through this and restoring peace, you may reveal some unexpected bonuses

lead

this heavy metal in your dream implies that you are easily influenced by other people, and unless you begin to form your own opinions you are likely to make some unwise decisions in the near future in an aspect of your life

leak

this type of dream can be positive or negative depending on whether you are aware of the leak - anything from loss of air, to water to liquid. Awareness signifies focus and control in some aspect of your life, whereas ignorance of this problem suggests that you are being taken advantage of and unless you wake up and pay attention you could stand to lose anything from cash to your reputation

leap

to move in this way in your dream whilst alone can signify wrong decisions. Think back and try to work out where this might have happened and whether you may still be able to reconsider. If you dream of leaping as part of a group of other people it suggests that you will find future success and prosperity as a result of work you are doing currently

leave

to see yourself leaving somewhere, particularly if you are looking at your retreating back, suggests you could be taken ill for a little while. If you are leaving against your will, the reason for your illness could be down to physical exertion or heat exhaustion. It may be more difficult to control the latter if you are planning to spend time somewhere hot, so ensure you have plenty of water with you and avoid physical exertion which will exacerbate even the smallest degree of heat exhaustion

legs

to dream of this part of the body is about control and self-awareness. Dreaming of your own, healthy legs, suggests you are heading in the right direction in life. To see your unhealthy legs (sick, broken etc) is an indication that you should stop and think before continuing on your journey - something needs attention. To dream of anyone else's legs represents the people you interact with in your daily life and particularly their purpose and input in your chosen path. Consider what is going on with them in your dream to help interpret it more 

lemon

the presence of citrus fruit in your dream, such as lemons, grapefruit, limes and oranges etc, implies that you will sleep with another woman’s man and then you will be exposed. It is not clear if this would be intentional or through recklessness

lend

to dream of lending something to another person with the intention of it eventually being returned to you, indicates that you have been successful in something through help from others (not necessarily the person in your dream) and you have not acknowledged this help at all. You are under the impression that the success came about through your own efforts alone, which is not true, so try to give credit where it's due. Also see borrow

leopard

if any of the big cats appear in your dream (leopards, tigers, cougars, cheetah or jaguars but excluding lions) it suggests that something unpleasant, which you have been expecting, will come to pass without causing as much damaged as you had feared

lesbian

please see homosexuality

letter

to dream that you see, write, received, or send a letter indicates confusion over an important matter in an aspect of your life. It requires you to take charge to help clarify matters, or you stand to lose a great deal more than you can afford. If you dream of destroying a letter, or holding onto a letter that doesn't belong to you, it implies that you have shared a piece of information you should have kept to yourself. Also see mail and package

lettuce

the presence of lettuce in your dream, regardless of the variety, signifies an anticipated, happy event, most likely a pregnancy 

library

if you find yourself in this type of building it indicates a desire to connect with your parents. This is maybe the result of your feeling depressed because of a set-back in your life, or because they are no longer alive and the anniversary of their death is coming up. Occasionally, this type of dream may occur if you are an expectant parent, and it represents your anxieties about your future in a role you know very little about and understand even less 

lie

please see false

lifesaver

to dream of a life saved, either by you or another person is simply a representation of your need to feel needed and valued. This dream most commonly occurs in people you have recenty lost someone, either physically - through death or emigration, moving away from home etc - or spiritually/emotionally

lift

please see elevator

lightning

to see this electrical charge in your dream, or hear the crashing noise of thunder, indicates awkwardness. You are currently in a situation whereby you have to watch everything you do or say and it is beginning to wear you down.  This is not likely to improve if left, so find a way out before the whole thing becomes impossible

limelight

please see fame

limousine

to dream of this type of vehicle indicates neglect in reference to your relationship with your best friend. He or she has been patient and keeping out of your way whilst you have been busy with other things, but it is time now to return your attention to them. Occasionally, this type of dream can be a reflection of your desire for wealth or fame in your waking life, particularly if you see yourself inside this type of transport. Also see vehicle and fame

limp

to dream that you are walking with difficulty, and possibly in pain, is about indecisions and uncertainty. You are facing something in your waking life which is causing you some anxiety, but if you exercise patience and work through this problem carefully, chances are you will overcome it

lingerie

please see underwear

link

please see connect

lion

if the king of the jungle features in your dream it suggests that you need to make a brave move concerning a senior member in your workplace. This person has acted in an incompetent or inappropriate manner in your presence, possibly towards you even, and it needs to be dealt with. To dream that the lion is a threat to your safety in any way, but you remain in a vulnerable position, instead of running away, for example, it suggests that you or a loved one will overcome a serious health issue. If you see yourself being friendly with the lion, it suggests some sort of failure. Being tactile, however, implies unexpected pleasure

list

to dream of a group of items listed together, as in a shopping, or to-do, list, for example, suggests that you are living precariously in some way. If the list is overflowing - if it appears too small for the number of items listed there - it suggests that the danger may be physical, such as down to your love for extreme sport. If the list is empty, it suggests that this precariousness may be emotional, such as an illicit affair. Whatever the reason, the implication here is that your   unconventional ways and the dangers they involve, are putting strain on your loved ones who fear for your safety and wellbeing

literature

this term includes all written works, although to help interpret your dream in more detail you could consider the type of literature that appears and link it to the rest of the events in the dream, as well as your own experiences. In general, the written word seen in your dream - which may not necessarily be familiar, or even be read by yourself or anyone else - denotes your ability to adapt even in the most difficult of circumstances. If you dream, however, that the words written or read are not understood, or the pages are empty, suggests that despite your adaptability, you appear to have trouble in some common situations, for example, being a guest in another person's home, or hosting a dinner party. You have no idea why this is so, but just bear in mind it can make people intolerant towards you because they assume you are doing it deliberately, perhaps to be difficult, given that they know how adaptable you are. Try harder to overcome this, or talk to someone close to help explain it, or for help. Also see read

loaf

please see bread

load

anything relating to the act of placing a large amount of something onto a surface or container, warns that you do not know enough about a particular subject to be teaching it to others. You have taken on a task in exchange for money, which involves giving instructions to others that could potentially harm them, whether it’s teaching them a set of exercises to relieve back pain or how to use a certain instrument or machinery

lobster

to dream of lobsters indicates that you share your life with a very special person you do not fully appreciate. It’s important that you make the effort to acknowledge their integrity and kindness

lock

dreams about locks or the act of making it secure (but without using a key) suggest that something illegal is happening behind your back for which you know nothing about. Money laundering is a strong possibility in this type of dream. Also see key

log

if you dream of a large chunk of a tree it indicates that you are finding a certain person overbearing. You may not be able to avoid this person, as they are probably a friend or a colleague, so think carefully how you’re going to handle it

logo

to dream of a company or product identification symbol, or dream of a slogan, suggests that a decision you made recently has the potential to wipe out a respectable amount of work done over time. To dream of delivering a logo to someone in a sealed container, can imply a chance meeting that may yield unexpected, but pleasing results 

lollipop

if this particular type of sweet features in your dream, it indicates that you will be exchanging unpleasant words with a person close to you, which will upset you both. Also see confectionery and food

longing

if you are experiencing a sense of longing in your dream, particularly for nothing in particular, yet everything at once, denotes lost opportunities. This could be for anything from your childhood to recent times, although the dream warns about something in your current life that is making you unhappy which you must deal with urgently. To dream that you long for something specific, may be a reflection of this longing in your waking life

loo

please see toilet

loose

to dream that something is not secure or firmly fixed in place, represents your fears over losing a special loved one. This is not down to them being in any imminent danger through illness or their work, for example – it is more your own irrational fear which is generating unnecessary stress

lorry

please see vehicle

loss

dreams about losing something - including money - or about lost things - including being lost yourself - represent guilt and the knoweldge that you are doing something that is breaking certain rules. Consider what else is happening in your dream, as well as what is happening in your waking life, to help work out whether this is likely to have any serious implications for you. Dreams about losing what you might consider a substantial sum of money are about guilt you are unable to deal with. Seek help. Also see gambling, casino, sweepstake and windfall

lost

please see loss above

lottery

please see gambling, casino, windfall and loss

love

if in your dream there is a sense of deep affection for an object or a person, it signifies your perception of your own responsibilities for the future, particularly if you have to provide for others. People view their responsibilities in different ways and the way you feel in this dream should give you an indication of whether you are happy with how you are handling these responsibilities

luck

please see fortune

luggage

please see baggage

lunatic

to dream of mental health in any way suggests acting in haste with undesirable results. If you see yourself alone with your mental problems it suggests that you may have acted hastily on a professional matter and it cost you some useful contacts which you are having difficulty re-establishing. To dream that you are surrounded by people in any way, whilst unwell, suggests that your hasty actions are likely have involved family or friends, including your private life. It is not clear how successful you may be in your efforts to repair any damage, but considering the details of your dream may give you some idea

lunch

please see food

luxury

to dream of extravagant living implies carnal appetites. If this isn’t something that generally characterises you, it may indicate that you will soon indulge in significant sexual activity