Elements in Dreams
First, before you set our, remember that there's almost nothing united about researching and interpreting dream, as debates drag on. But, in most dream, you'll find the four elements: earth, fire, water, air, and the things related to them. For example, the humpback whale is associated with water, and it's believed to represent deep emotions and inner wisdom.
Earth
In dreams, seeing earth-related symbols like mountains, rocks, or dirt often signals your link to the practical world. These dreams might manifest a desire for balance, safety, or a focus on physical matters. Earth can also stand for Mother Nature, as many cultures believe the earth as a warmhearted mother that provides refuge to each living beings. So these dreams can also represent your link with the environment.
Fire
Fire is vigor. Flames or light in your dreams symbolizes your creativity and motivation. But scenes like your house burning down may represent a more destructive part of you and your uncontrolled emotions.
Water
When your dream features rivers, seas, and rain, may show your emotional state. These dreams support you to embrace your inner thoughts. They reflect your feelings, so when you see a a stormy sea, you may be angry or frustrated, but when you see a tranquil pool, you may be content or peaceful. These interpretations also depends on how you view them. People believe sea turtles symbolize exploring your emotions. See the symbolization of the humpback whale: how they connect to each other,
Air
Birds, wind, flying are air-related symbols, and they may lead to your need for mental growth, or a new perspective. Seeking new ideas and expanding your horizon is what these dreams can encourage you to do. When you see an animal related to the element air, like the golden eagle, they symbolize prosperity and ascendancy.
References
The Dreamer's Compass
https://dreamswithmel.com/the-four-elements-and-their-meaning-in-dreams/<br>
Dream Unraveler
https://dreamunraveler.com/<br>