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Did You Dream About an Outlaw? Here's What It Means

Have you ever dreamed about an outlaw? This is a memorable dream topic that can have several fascinating interpretations.

Read on for 3 different explanations from our dream guides on what it means to dream about an outlaw.

Which of these interpretations works the best for you?


What does an outlaw mean in dreams?

1. The traditional interpretation

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Mary Leyen
Dream Expert,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

A dream about being an outlaw can signify feelings of rebellion, a desire for freedom, or a sense of guilt. But the meaning can vary.

It may reflect a part of you that feels misunderstood or judged by society.

Alternatively, encountering an outlaw in a dream can symbolize an aspect of your personality that you perceive as rebellious or unruly. It could also be a kind of a fear of transgression or a threat to your personal security. Both of these dreams suggest a struggle with authority and societal norms, and a need to reconcile these feelings within yourself.

An outlaw can be a difficult dream symbol to to give you a single meaning for. To know confidently, I'd have to take a deeper dive into the dreamer's past and current mindset.

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2. The psychoanalyst's interpretation

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Ernesto Andrahi
Psychoanalyst,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming of embodying an outlaw can be a manifestation of the id, Freud's concept of the instinctual part of our psyche, yearning for liberation from the superego's societal constraints.

Some additional thoughts on this: It may also indicate a latent Oedipal complex, where the outlaw represents the rebellious child against the authoritative father figure. Conversely, encountering an outlaw can be a projection of the shadow self, Jung's term for the unconscious aspects of the personality which the conscious ego does not identify with. This could signify an unconscious fear of one's own potential for transgression. Both of these dreams reflect an internal conflict between societal expectations and personal desires, indicative of a need for individuation and self-acceptance.

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3. The spiritualist's interpretation

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Liz Morrison
Shaman and Spirit Guide,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming of being an outlaw can symbolize a spiritual journey, a quest for liberation from societal norms and expectations. It may be a representation of a soul's yearning for freedom and individuality, a divine call to break away from the mundane and explore the unknown. Conversely, encountering an outlaw in a dream can signify a spiritual challenge or test. This figure may be a representation of a shadow aspect of your soul, a part that needs to be acknowledged and integrated for spiritual growth. Both of these dreams are invitations from the divine to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation, a call to embrace your unique path and reconcile with all aspects of your being.

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So whose dream interpretation matches your dream?

Which of the above ways of explaining an outlaw best matches your dream vision?

Only you can know for certain. It's worth noting that our dreaming mind can be a complex thing. Just about any concept from a dream can reflect a wide range of things — or result from many different activities in our conscious lives.

Got a different analysis for dreams about an outlaw of your own? We'd love to hear your own ideas to the comment section down below.

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