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Running Dream Meaning

Running dream symbol

Running iconmoving toward goals / avoiding problems in life

According to CHITTA's Universal Language of Mind, Running in a dream represents moving toward goals / avoiding problems in life. That meaning is the same for every dreamer — but what Running is SAYING is not: the message is composed by where Running appears in your dream and what happens to it.

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'Running' in a dream represents either moving toward your goals or avoiding problems in your life. The direction and context determine which interpretation applies. If you are running toward something -- a destination, a person, an objective -- it reflects active, energetic pursuit of your goals. You are putting in maximum effort to get where you want to go. This is a positive symbol of ambition and drive. If you are running away from something -- a threat, a pursuer, a dangerous situation -- it reflects avoidance. Since everything in the dream is an aspect of you, what you are running from is a part of yourself or a life lesson that you are refusing to face. Pay attention to the direction and the emotion. Are you running with excitement and determination, or with fear and desperation? When running shows up in your dream, honestly assess which type of running you are doing in your waking life. Are you running toward your dreams with passion and energy? Or are you running from the truths, responsibilities, and lessons that you need to face? If you are running from something, stop. Turn around. Face it. The lesson will keep chasing you until you learn it.

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