According to widespread dream interpretation across multiple cultural traditions, experiencing flight in a dream—whether through one’s own power, on a flying creature, or aboard a flying vehicle—predicts forthcoming achievement, liberation from constraints, or progress toward important goals. The dream’s specific meaning is believed to vary with the quality and context of the flight: smooth and steady ascents suggest clear paths to success, while turbulent or obstacle-filled journeys indicate achievements that come only after overcoming resistance. Some traditions specify that flying dreams are particularly potent for individuals at life crossroads or facing major decisions, signaling that their chosen path will lead to success.

A baby’s future career or fate is predicted by the first object they select during a ceremonial setup.
In several Asian and Eastern European cultures, a traditional ceremony is held for babies usually around their first birthday. Known