Free Writing
Free writing is a similar method to free association. However, in a dream free write, you understand and interpret your dream by writing out a string of words, phrases, or impressions on a piece of paper. This may be in the form of a basic paragraph or even a poem.
You can begin by taking a specific scene, character, or object from the dream and beginning your free write. Write down the character/scene/object and then start writing everything that comes to mind when you are thinking about it. Even if it sounds a little stupid when it comes to mind, write it down and move on to the next. Try to keep it as nonstop and fluid as possible. Here is an example.
Object: RAINBOW- colors, light, prism, red, blue, orange, apple, tree, earth, pollution, mother nature, goddess, moon, sky, black clouds, sun, day, friend....
Then go back and see what common theme they have. Maybe you have a concern for the earth, and might want to be more environmentally active? Now go try it for yourself!