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

A dream concept like lying can be a challenging one to offer an interpretation for. Because dreams are portals into our subconscious minds, and they often include symbolic references to our everyday lives, no single dream interpretation can ever match everyone's dream.

Below are three contrasting perspectives on dreams about lying, seen from three different angles.

Which interpretation works the best for you?


What does lying 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 lying to someone often signifies feelings of guilt or fear of being discovered. What lying means in your dream may be more nuanced.

It may reflect a situation in your waking life where you're not being completely honest. On the other hand, dreaming about someone lying to you can indicate trust issues or feelings of betrayal. It may suggest that you're doubting the intentions or honesty of someone in your waking life. Both scenarios highlight the importance of communication and honesty in your relationships.

Lying is often a complex and fascinating dream symbol to interpret with any certainty. To say confidently, I'd need to get more information about the dreamer's life and 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 oneself lying can be seen as a manifestation of the Freudian concept of 'repression', where uncomfortable truths are pushed into the unconscious.

This can be a complex dream concept. This dream may symbolize an internal conflict between the ego's desire for social acceptance and the id's instinctual drive. Conversely, dreaming of being lied to may reflect a projection of your own insecurities or anxieties onto others, a defense mechanism known as 'projection'. This could indicate a latent fear of deception or betrayal in your waking life. Both scenarios underscore the necessity of confronting one's own truth and fostering open, honest communication in interpersonal relationships.

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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 lying to someone can be a spiritual signal of inner turmoil, reflecting a disconnection between your actions and your higher self. It may be a call to realign with your truth and integrity. Conversely, dreaming about someone lying to you can symbolize a spiritual test of faith or trust. It may be a divine nudge to reassess your relationships and discern who truly resonates with your spiritual journey. Both scenarios emphasize the spiritual importance of truth and authenticity in your interactions and relationships. They invite you to foster a deeper connection with your inner wisdom and navigate your life with honesty and integrity.

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So whose dream analysis makes the most sense for you?

Which of the preceding perspectives on lying makes the most sense for your unique situation?

Only you can know for certain. Remember that our dreaming mind can be a convoluted thing. Just about any dream concept can signify a wide range of things — or result from multiple realities from our daily life.

Do you have a slightly different dream interpretation on a dream about lying that you want to share? Chime in with your personal thoughts to the comment area at the bottom of this page.

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