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Perhaps the most important thing about dream analysis, identifying the basic theme sets the tone for the interpretation. First, write down the dream (or record it). Look at the dream from a different perspective. Take away the details and look at it as a whole. Here is an example:
You have a dream of a beautiful hall with shiny marble floors and incredible works or art on the walls. The pictures are frames in gold. There are flowers in the corner, and they are breathtaking. The ceiling is cathedral style, with graceful arches with ornate carvings. You get the distinct impression that you are alone, and in charge of its upkeep. You here a faint scratching sound from the other end of the hall. You hurry down there and zero in on the sound. To your horror a mouse is chewing on the corner of a magnificent painting. You realize if you do nothing at all, the work will be rendered worthless and ugly. But you know that if you catch the mouse you can save the painting because little to no damage has been done. But you don't know if you can get to it in time.
So the theme is someone sees something precious being destroyed. There is a chance to put an end to it, if acted upon quickly. If you had this dream wouldn't it be much clearer with a theme? Creating a theme is very easy and usually only requires common sense. Themes help you find the big picture and are to vague to be used as the whole interpretation.
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