Decoding Car Accident Dreams: Omen or Reminder?

Yesterday afternoon, Tuan, the owner of a Hyundai Mighty N250 truck used for transporting construction materials on Giai Phong Road, Hanoi, told me about a strange dream he had last night. He dreamt he was driving when suddenly a car lost control and crashed into his truck. He woke up with a start, still shaken. Could this be a bad omen?

What Does Dreaming About a Car Accident Mean?

Dreams about car accidents often leave us worried and anxious. However, according to psychologists, dreams are not always premonitions of the future.

According to Dr. Le Van Minh, a psychologist at the Institute of Mental Health, dreams reflect the thoughts and anxieties hidden in our subconscious. Dreaming about a car accident can be a sign of:

• Loss of Control: You are feeling a lack of control in your life, work, or relationships. The dream serves as a reminder to take back the “steering wheel” of your life.
• Fear: You might be worried about an important decision, a major upcoming change, or simply the fear of driving.
• Guilt: The accident in your dream could also stem from guilt about a past wrongdoing.

Specific Scenarios and Their Meanings

• Dreaming about causing an accident: You are blaming yourself for a mistake.
• Dreaming about a loved one being in an accident: You are worried about their safety.
• Dreaming about a truck accident: Work pressure is weighing heavily on you.

A highway car crash scene with flashing emergency lights.

The Feng Shui Interpretation of Dreaming About a Car Accident

In Vietnamese culture, vehicles in general, and trucks in particular, are considered valuable assets, closely associated with the owner’s career and fortune. Therefore, dreams about car accidents are often linked to financial and work-related issues.

However, you shouldn’t worry too much about this dream. Instead, reflect on your current life, be more careful at work, and pay attention to safety when participating in traffic.