Decay

Psychologically, putrefaction is the destruction of mental debris that obstruct spiritual evolution. Putrefaction, then, transmits the idea of new life that comes after the decay. Do not forget that in order for something new to rise, a breakdown of the old is required. This dream may seem harrowing but it actually transmits high hopes to the protagonist.

Psychological / emotional perspective: When something is decaying it is running out of energy.

For it to appear in dreams indicates we must be prepared to allow things to run their natural course. Putrefaction is when the process of decay has gone past the point of no return.

Dreams of decay symbolize that you have allowed an aspect of your upkeep to slip. Perhaps you have allowed negative thoughts and/or behavior to fester. Your subconscious mind is alerting you take care of yourself and take the action necessary to bring you back into balance.