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Did You Dream About Fishing? Here's What It Means

A dream subject like fishing can be a difficult one to analyze. Because our dreams are reflections of our subconscious mind, and they may represent specific references to our waking-life, no single explanation can ever match everyone's dream.

Below are 3 contrasting interpretations of a dream about fishing, taken from very different perspectives.

Which explanation makes the most sense for your dream?


What does fishing 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 fishing symbolizes your need for relaxation and a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. But the specific meaning of fishing in a dream obviously depends on your present circumstances.

It's a sign that you're seeking peace and tranquility.

It can also represent your ability to delve deep into your subconscious to bring something to the surface. If you're watching someone else fish, it may indicate that you're observing someone in your life who is trying to confront their emotions or dig deeper into their subconscious. Both of these dreams suggest a period of introspection and self-discovery.

Fishing is often a complex dream object to interpret. To say confidently, I would have to really get to know the dreamer's past and current life scenario.

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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 fishing, in Freudian terms, may symbolize the act of delving into the unconscious, fishing for hidden truths or repressed emotions.

Some additional thoughts: It's a manifestation of the id's desire to confront and resolve unresolved issues. Observing someone else fish, by contrast, may signify a projection of your own emotional exploration onto another. It could also indicate a sense of detachment or avoidance from your own emotional excavation. Both of these dreams, thus, reflect a journey into the unconscious, one active and the other passive, revealing the intricate dynamics between the id, ego, and superego.

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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 about fishing signifies a spiritual quest, a longing to delve into the depths of your soul to unearth wisdom or truth. It's a divine call to introspection, a journey inward to discover your true essence. Watching someone else fish in your dream, however, symbolizes your spiritual guidance role. You're observing another's journey of self-discovery, perhaps indicating your role as a mentor or guide in their spiritual journey. Both of these dreams are deeply spiritual, reflecting the soul's yearning for truth and enlightenment.

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Which dream analysis works the best for you?

Which interpretation of fishing best matches your your dream experience?

Only you can know for sure. Keep in mind that our dreaming mind can be a convoluted puzzle. Each and every dream concept can represent multiple things — or symbolize multiple activities in our waking lives.

Have a unique analysis on dreams about fishing that you'd like to share? We'd be thrilled to hear and discuss your own ideas in the comment area down below.

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