Dreamwork is the process of recalling, recording, and finding the meaning and value of a dream. For some this means looking at the language of the dream in the form of symbols, while for others the dream inspires them to paint, sculpt, write stories, enact plays, and try out new forms of social interaction, both in and out of the dream itself. The precautions are very simple and widely accepted. You are always the final authority on what the dream means. Others can offer insight and suggestions, but no one knows what the final meaning of the dream will be for you, except you.
Dreams come in the service of wholeness and health.
If you find an interpretation that does not fit this, perhaps you need to change methods of interpretation. Dream interpretations that lead you toward self-criticism, depression, or despair are simple wrong and if these conditions persist, you may wish to seek help from others. There is no such thing as a dream with one meaning. If you feel stuck on one meaning or feel another person is pushing a different meaning, it's time to reconsider your methods and approach. Although the techniques used by psychotherapists sometimes require years of training and practice, basic dreamwork can be learned very quickly and easily through books, seminars, workshops, classes, and personal instruction.