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Goal Dream Meaning

Dream interpretation from 10 unique sources about Goal

1- To dream of scoring a goal may indicate that we have set ourselves external targets. In achieving those targets we may also recognise that the goals which we have set ourselves in life are either short or long term and we may need to adjust them in some way.

To miss a goal indicates that we have not taken all the circumstances within a situation into account and need, perhaps, to reassess our abilities to achieve.

2- To set life goals or to be conscious of doing this in a dream indicates that we are in touch with our own internal sense of our ability to achieve.

The external is often a reflection of the internal and goals can indicate that we instinctively know how much, and what, we are capable of doing.

3- Our spiritual aspirations are being highlighted.

If we are aware of our goal, then we can make terrific inroads towards attainment. [1]

Psychological / emotional perspective: To set life goals – or to be conscious of doing this in a dream – indicates that we are in touch with our own internal sense of our ability to achieve.

The external is often a reflection of the internal, and goals can indicate that we instinctively know how much – and what – we are capable of doing. [2]

If you dream of being locked tight and on display in an old fashioned goal such as was once used you will find yourself hindered on every turn as you try to reach your own goal (aim) in life.

If you are released and pardoned you will find your business enjoys much prosperity after a bad start. [3]

The meaning of this dream is related to that of RACE. The goal of the dream may be a literal representation of the objectives you have set in real life. Whether you overcome obstacles and reach it, or lose strength and give it up, will be indicative of your enthusiasm for current projects. [4]
Dreams of a goal, as in a soccer goal, represent focus, concentration, sacrifice, intention and your ability to keep your eyes on the prize.

If you dream of completing a milestone, this signifies that you are moving in the direction of your dreams. [5]

Our spiritual aspirations are being highlighted.

If we are aware of our goal then we can make tremendous inroads towards attainment.

The dream image is not then just a pictorial representation, but can be used as a visualization of our success. [6]

As in Target, this image refers either to very focused behavior, or to a necessary distance.

See also: Marksman. [7]

To dream of scoring a goal or seeing one scored predicts new friends and new opportunities. [8]
One has achieved something aspired to (“score a goal”). [9]
This presages a postponement but not failure of your hopes. [10]

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Sources and Authors

  1. Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary by Pamela Ball [Back to dream]
  2. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  3. Encyclopedia of Dreams by Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen [Back to dream]
  4. The Big Dictionary of Dreams by Martha Clarke [Back to dream]
  5. Strangest Dream Explanations by Dream Explanations - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  6. Dream Meanings of Versatile by Versatile - Anonymous [Back to dream]
  7. Little Giant Encyclopedia by Klaus Vollmar [Back to dream]
  8. The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams by Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett [Back to dream]
  9. New American Dream Dictionary by Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin [Back to dream]
  10. Mystic Dream Book by Internet Archive - Anonymous [Back to dream]

What does GOAL mean in a dream?


If you dream of being locked tight and on display in an old fashioned goal such as was once used you will find yourself hindered on every turn as you...

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This bug may represent a stage in your own personal growth and development.The butterfly is a symbol of transformation; it represents a level of individual achievement.The caterpillar, on the other...

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Material aspects: Dreaming of a penalty goal can mean, if we are shooting this goal, an opportunity to be in the limelight because of someone else’s mistake.If the opportunity for...

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A sign in the “game of life” that a goal is reached, and it is the end of an event; see “ballgame”

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To be lost in a parking structure in a dream implies that you are struggling to make progress toward a goal. You may feel that you are going around in...

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In mythology, the marksman / hunter is often depicted as a centaur, the wild rider. Today he would be seen as the cowboy in Western movies. In antiquity, the feminine...

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On one hand, a reference to your setting your sights on a goal. Are you meeting your goal.7 On the other hand, aggression and a hunter’s instinct.See Arrow, Pistol.

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Dreams of a basketball represent that you are goal oriented, focused and/or willing to jump through hoops to please someone or to achieve a goal.See Sports.

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Depth Psychology: Stepping toward something: reaching your goal will be easy—but don’t become arrogant along the way. Taking one step at a time: you are approaching your goal systematically.See Walking.

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Fulfilling one’s goal in a dream means increase in knowledge, guidance on the path of God Almighty, earning lawful money, marriage or becoming wealthy.

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You die or witness someone’s death: a new era of great fortune and success is dawn • You kill yourself with a knife: you’ll achieve the goal of your life...

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Dreams about carrots represent that you are on a path toward a desired outcome or goal, focused on a reward for your hard work. Perhaps you feel that the goal...

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If you dream of climbing a mountain, then you are traversing challenges in your life, surmounting a goal or challenge.If you are at the top of the mountain, then you...

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(Heavens, Highest goal, Ultimate results) Seeing the heavenly Lot tree in a dream means attaining one’s highest goal and reaching the ultimate promise.(Also see Buckthorn, Lotus tree)

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An upcoming crisis in the attainment of a cherished goal.If the dreamer fails the exam, or if he awakens before knowing whether he passed or failed, the goal may be...

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A line is a symbol of movement but also of division or a dividing force, such as a boundary, as expressed in the phrase, ’drawing a line in the sand’.If...

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The twists and turns and ups and downs of the road you are travelling along in a dream probably represent a recurring pattern in your life. Do you ascend but...

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Process to reach a goal. Going upward, or ascending, is always a positive dream symbol. Whether you are struggling on a difficult rope or ladder or walking up an easy...

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Direction.Focus or attention.A focal point of emotion, intention, or action.Shooting an arrow can represent having a goal or focus, or making progress toward a goal.Shooting an arrow at someone can...

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You are dreaming of risky transitions and the desire to get to a higher vantage point that may feel unsupported.A ladder is an effective but unstable method of getting to...

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1- Aiming at a target in dreams would suggest we have a goal in mind. It would depend on the type of target what the goal is.To be shooting at...

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(Climbing, Rising) To see oneself ascending in the skies in a dream means falling in rank, or it could mean oppressing oneself. Ifone sees himself ascending in the skies until...

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To reach one’s goal is not going to be easy.

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Getting to one’s goal is going to be difficult and lengthy.

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A particular way forward is being indicated; there is a goal we must reach.

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Symbolic of not being able to move towards a goal, Lam. 3:9

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Symbolic of reaching for a far-away goal

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1. Sexual release.2. Realization of a goal.

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Setting out on new adventure, discovery of self; aiming for a goal.

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Straight and speedy travel toward goal, desire

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You are not in charge of your life journey, even though you have chosen the goal.

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You’ll achieve your highest goal if you dreamed of this frozen area.

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You are either at the end of your rope, feeling exhausted, as in Blindness, or you have reached your goal.

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Depending on dream can mean chasing oneself around and around with no direct goal.

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Learning to focus and direct energy toward desired goal.

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You will soon experience a period of renewed freedom, or the accomplishment of a goal.

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All the strong, assertive parts of self coming together to accomplish a goal.

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Used to accomplish one’s goal with honest work, integrity, and self-control

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Working hard and enjoying it.If you have a happy audience, it will pay off the way you intend it to.If the audience is unhappy with your performance, you need to...

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Moving away from the stream of society and doing things your own way; working together with others toward a common goal.

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The price one pays to achieve a goal; getting the right attitude or stance.See ticket.

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Being one-sided. Also, a sense of feeling trapped, and a sign of focusing on a goal.

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The only way is up; lack of limitations. The sky’s the limit. Move toward highest goal. Freedom, expansion.

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Each stone is one positive step toward a specific goal; see “rock”

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It marks a goal, an objective. Its importance is proportional to its height. (See HILLTOP)

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If you reach the goal of your climb in a dream, you will overcome a difficulty that may have been troubling youu.

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A new beginning, after having reached the goal. In the Egyptian tarot, the Wheel of Fortune. And a “10” is, of course, the perfect woman.

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(Claim, Search, Wanted) In a dream, pursuit means one’s destiny, or death. Ifone sees himselfwanted by his enemy in a dream, it means that he may die shortly. On the...

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See Car / Driving. Coming to rest, becoming rigid, standing in one place. But also having found a goal and purpose.

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To see tadpoles in your dream means that your are very anxious about something related to school or your ability to achieve a certain goal.

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Beginning. Obvious meaning: one part of life is completed; something new is about to take place.A goal is reached.See Adventure.

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Depth Psychology: Are you making things too complicated? You alone are responsible for the difficulties you have in reaching your goal. Are you too inflexible?

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To be completely naked in your dream is a very lucky omen, but if only your feet were bare, you have some difficulties to overcome before you reach your goal.

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1. Hard work brings success, monetary gains.2. Natural obstacles to a goal; consider rethinking a plan.

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How we give someone authority in a group, although we may be more capable than they; the pan of self concerned with paying our way, feelings helping or standing in...

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Limited, restricted path; reduced options. May be a shorter route to achieve your goal, and discipline is required.

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If throwing darts suggests pointed, harmful thoughts and words; stinging remarks. Also, aiming for a target or goal.

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1. Route to a personal goal.2. Ability to accept criticism.3. Uncertain of direction in life, disorientation.4. A sense of purpose.

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Symbolic of a high pressure situation in life in which you play a critical role in determining the outcome

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Self-imposed barriers resulting from inaction; key to getting out is creative thinking: define your goal and move ahead. Take responsibility for your life.

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Industrious perseverance will generate the power to carry you to your goal if your dream featured spinning.See also Cotton, Silk, and Colors.

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Seen from the outside this building presages attainment of your highest aspiration; the inside predicts failure to reach your ultimate goal, but some satisfying rewards during your struggle to get...

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To see oneself in a state of listlessness or stillness in a dream is a sign of deviating from one’s intention and goal. It also means depleting one’s resources, or...

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(see Acrobatics, \ larathon, Olympics) Something that’s gotten out of control circumstantially or personally.What’s chasing you, or from what are you trying to escape? Perhaps the past or an unpleasant...

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1. A minor annoyance or irritation.2. A need to start a project, goal or relationship over again, i.E., “From scratch.”

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1. Symbolic of negative thoughts or relationships.2. To achieve goal one must “crawl through a sewer.”

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A group united to reach a common goal in the game of life; see “game”

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A spiritual goal or aspiration is signified in dreams by knowing what our destination is.

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The obvious meaning is success through effort. Where do I want to go? Is the goal worth the effort? See Stairs, Ladder.

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Camping means your plans are provisional, so you must deeply analyze them, so you know how to guide them toward the intended goal.

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Snowflakes fall on you: your goal will be achieved • Snow falls into your house: you may attend a funeral

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The number twenty-two symbolizes mental powers and knowledge. It also indicates that you are goal-oriented and practical.

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(or any trained dog) also see Dog in Animals Dreaming of any trained dog will highlight the qualities we need in order to remain focused on a particular goal.

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(Italy) Seeing the city of Rome in a dream means attainment of one’s goal, or it could denote the defeat of his purpose.

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As a way to travel to one’s destination underground, a subway may symbolize the dreamer’s reaching a goal through unconscious methods.

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To see a bonfire in your dream, suggests that you need to find a new path and set forth toward a different goal.

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(Endowments, Inheritance, Profits.See Endowment, Fulfilling one’s goal)

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Symbolic of a step by step progression towards a goal in life

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You literally need to keep on your toes and be ready with some fancy footwork, if necessary. Be ready to dodge opponents and shoot for the goal as soon as...

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This kind of dream indicates obstacles to be overcome; if the army was marching, you will have to travel to achieve your goal.See also Battle, Fight, etc.

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Dreams of a marathon denote a great accomplishment, achievement, or goal. You are putting yourself to the test and going the distance to prove yourself worthy.

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