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Rejection / Refusal Dream Meaning

Longing for closeness; or distance. Feeling of social isolation, of being closed off or refusing to face up to something, or refusing to take action. Often, however, the opposite meaning—being accepted, though fearing rejection. [1]

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  1. Little Giant Encyclopedia by Klaus Vollmar [Back to dream]

What does REJECTION / REFUSAL mean in a dream?


1. Low self-worth, self-rejection.2. Refusal to accept a certain situation or aspect of another person.

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Longing for closeness; or distance. Feeling of social isolation, of being closed off or refusing to face up to something, or refusing to take action. Often, however, the opposite meaning—being...

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To dream of a Refusal signifies a most certain acceptance.

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1. Fear of rejection.2. Feelings of alienation, social awkwardness, low self-esteem.3. Extreme fear of rejection (to “dump” someone).

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Material aspects: To be aware in dreams of a refusal suggests that on some level we have not given ourselves the necessary permission.If an authority figure refuses us something, we...

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1- To be aware of saying no in a dream may be an important part of our growth process. We are capable of making decisions which go against the wishes...

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(see Black, Darkness, Eyes)Entering a situation in which impartiality is nothing less than essential. In the Tarot, Justice is blinded so that she may render a fair judgment.Not seeing something...

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Rejection or getting rid of something.Oversensitivity or heightened personal boundaries (physical, emotional, or mental).Denying yourself love, nurturing, or nourishment (such as for body, mind, or spirit).Feeling afraid of the world,...

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Someone returning (to you, to a place, etc.) can represent a real or imagined: Reunion.Returning to the past, or situation similar to a past one.Restoring, recreating, or revisiting something from...

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The mouth is related to the ability to communicate with others, but also with the ability to breathe, to eat, to drink, and to kiss—in other words, to establish any...

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The back of anything signifies rejection, and the front acceptance. Conflict between rejection and acceptance can be shown in a dream as seeing both the back and front of something.

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If falling overboard, see “falling”; throwing one overboard is unfair rejection: see “rejection”

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Getting rid of or cleaning out.Rejecting or rejection.Denial.Someone or something that you feel gets “dumped on” with unwanted things, responsibilities, tasks, toxic emotions, or other “garbage.” Neglecting or avoiding a...

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Giving away power to others. Refusal to recognize own potential and self-worth.

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Refusal to accept anything from the world around you. Vanity. You ought to take up less space.The motive for the fast is important.

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Dreams of an execution symbolize rejection and punishment. Perhaps you are venting out your disdain for a person or an aspect of yourself of which you are ashamed. This dream...

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Representing masculine sexual energy, the ram can also indicate a refusal to conform or be part of a group, together with an unconscious desire to lead rather than follow.

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Frozen emotions, fear of opening up. Refusal to see that your true nature is flexible and pliable. Time to come out of cold storage and thaw.

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To dream that you are can’t see, represents your refusal to see the truth in a situation.If you dream of somebody else who is blind, it is a warning that...

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Weeds, by courtesy of their irritating qualities and refusal to be quickly eradicated, symbolize spiritual difficulties.

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An object of rejection; see “spew” and “rejected”

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Revealed to encourage and eliminate fear of rejection

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Revealing the rejection helps prepare one’s heart; see “rejected”

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1. Greed;2. Offences;3. Backsliding;4. Rejection; Lev. 18:25; Prov. 23:6-8.

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In dream terms a spiritual veto – the right to forbid an action – can be experienced in many ways: a straightforward refusal, a withdrawal of approval or a definite...

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To disguise one’s true feelings in order to prevent disapproval and rejection

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To see lilac in your dream indicates disappointments and rejection. It also wanrs that you should not always rely on what you see or hear.

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Anger, frustration, disappointment; fear eating away inside you. Lack of self-love; inability to look at inner disharmony or refusal to do so. Suppression of any kind is dangerous to physical,...

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lucky numbers: 01-19-20-22-25-34cold isolation: pet project wil be frozen out of business plan. storage: an obstinate refusal to extend your frozen emotions. sledding to a: achievement of ambitions beyond your...

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If you dream of someone breaking up with you, you may have low self-esteem or feel alienated from others. This could also be a straight-forward fear of rejection.

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A dream of contrary.You will receive unexpected help if you dreamed of begging or of giving to a beggar.If your dream involved refusal, you will be disappointed by someone on...

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To dream of having a black eye symbolizes your refusal to see the truth about something. This dream often suggests that the dreamer is experiencing emotional pain, possibly related to...

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To dream that you are wearing an eye patch, signifies that you have trouble accepting other people’s viewpoints. It suggests that you are one-sided in your way of thinking. This...

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Dreams of castration symbolize disempowerment, invalidation, rejection, and criticism. You are either rejecting yourself or invalidating someone else.See Testicles.

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A dream about a giant eye means the dreamer may have strong psychic powers.To dream that you have a third eye, symbolizes inner vision and insight. You need to start...

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To see or experience racism in your dream, actually indicates that you may be too judgmental and discriminatory in some situation of your waking life. Perhaps you have falsely pre-judged...

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1. Someone may be following one.2. Commitment of rela­tionship one is reluctant to make.3. Rejection of one or more as­pects of one’s personality.4. One’s real self is being hidden or...

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Dreaming of an iPod foretells travel at home and abroad. It may also suggest that you are expanding your social circle. But if you dream of seeing static or “snow”...

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An object in dreams can often give angibility to spiritual concepts.A cross, for instance, will suggests sacrifice to some, conviction to others and refusal to even more.To object to something...

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This is an action of closing yourself; it denotes self protection. It could indicate that the external environment is hostile and the dreamer needs shelter. Notwithstanding, it can also be...

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To dream of the number nineteen suggests freedom and the conquering of personal challenges. You will realize the need to make a stand.Dreaming of number nineteen denotes bullheadedness and the...

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To dream that you are blind, represents your refusal to see the truth in a situation.If you dream of somebody else who is blind, it is a warning that someone...

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Frustration, hurt, disappointment in self because of unexpressed emotions and needs. You are always angry at yourself even though yelling at others. Insecurity, fear and negative programs are projected on...

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Depth Psychology: Dreaming about “changing sides” (becoming a deserter) is a warning: don’t sacrifice your convictions because you are fearful and concerned about rejection. Remain true to yourself!

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If you dream of being separated from someone or of being left out, then you are processing through your feelings and attitudes about loss, rejection, loneliness, abandonment, autonomy and freedom.See...

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Signifies acceptance (if you are getting adopted), rejection if you are putting someone up for adoption. Also it could mean adopting new ideas, or a need to do so.

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Dreams of the sound of a hiss denotes disapproval, disdain and rejection.See Snake.

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Symbolic of worthless things. Garbage on your face symbolizes rejection, Mal. 2:3

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To dream that you are lonely indicates feelings of rejection. You may be feeling that no one understand you.

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Down is a symbol of energy and sexual potency; Therefore, if a man is seen with it, it makes evident his insecurity in the unexpected and his fear of rejection....

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Dreams of a rib or rib cage denote the need for protection for your heart, feelings and emotions. Also, this dream may be showing you where you are using humor...

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To leave a situation may suggest conscious rejection of the past in order to create spiritual progression.

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A dream in which there is a feeling of nausea is drawing attention to an imbalance, rejection, opposition or resistance in your life.See Vomit

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Spiritually to be redundant is not to be needed, to be surplus to requirements – which is the challenging of the basic human need to be wanted and a fear...

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To see an albino in your dream is a symbol of decency, honor, and infinity. You should have an open mind and consider the perceptions and beliefs of others.To dream...

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Bravado or nerve.Rejection.Neutrality or non-reactivity (as in “turning the other cheek”).Beauty (as in “rosy-cheeked”).Purity.See Face

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Psychological / emotional perspective: Being shut out suggests rejection by others but if we ourselves are shutting something out then we are not prepared to include what is represented in...

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Usually represents looking for strength from without instead of within; need for self-acceptance, companionship, overcoming fear of rejection. Escape; numbing feelings and attunement to self and others. Also, transformation of...

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Dreams of leprosy symbolize fear of being abandoned, rejected, and/or made an outcast. You are processing denial, -rejection, -doubt and -loathing.

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1. Need to “tell a story,” reveal inner thoughts and memories.2. Symbol of one’s persona or hidden self.3. Accep­tance or rejection, depending on how manuscript is interpreted by others.

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(see Books, Fables)The preservation of history, culture, religion, or central truths. Among many civilizations, this person equated to the medieval bard, or Hebrew cantor, who by their talents kept an...

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A negative answer in a very important matter; fear of the future and dissatisfaction. Coughing is almost always connected to an unconscious need for distance and rejection.See Cold, Lung.

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Material aspects: From a purely pragmatic viewpoint, any ejection signifies complete out­of-hand rejection of a principle or idea.

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Dreams of a guillotine represent severe criticism and rejection of yourself or someone in your life. Perhaps you are disowning your mental process and are in an unhealthy imbalance between...

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Poison in a dream may represent an attempt to get rid of something within oneself that is producing sickness.A violent rejection of a condition or a relationship may be causing...

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Dreams of an “F” symbolize failure, comparison, losing, -rejection and not making the grade.To receive an “F” as a grade is about feelings of inferiority, overwhelm or that you are...

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Dreams of a shawl signify emotional warmth and the need for protection from the chill of rejection or withheld feelings. This dream also signifies your ability to comfort yourself and...

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In oneiric terms, dreaming of the stomach may have a physiological origin. Otherwise, this is often related to your refusal to “digest” the events that disturb you. The message of...

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Material aspects: As humans we have a strong need at times to belong to groups. When we dream of being excommunicated we must cope with feelings of rejection, and perhaps...

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Primary cop out for self-growth; thinking it is easier to choose to walk around confused and in a daze than to take responsibility. Inability to function in or out of...

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Approval. Vanity based on fear of rejection or success. Often a sign of avoiding criticism.One is surrounded by envy and jealousy.A warning not to be so vain. Also an expression...

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1. Counting or being aware of “blessings,” looking on the positive side of affairs.2. Seeking greater spiritual enhancement or “communion.” 3. Reverse: a feeling of disappointment, possibly rejection, “outsider-ness.”

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lucky numbers: 06-14-22-23-28-34becoming unglued: wish to scatter your energies but see something painful in it. buying: program yourself to make positive connections to keep this job permanently. glued to television,...

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A fox symbolizes shrewdness in dealing with life’s challenges, but also a tricky person or relationship, or false or deceptive rumors. It also suggests unpredictable behavior and a refusal to...

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To dream of a lilac indicates heartache and rejection. Additionally, this dream reminds you to be wary of your environment. Things that you see and hear should not be taken...

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As is “real life”, dreams of spitting at someone or something is a sign of disrespect, disgrace, dishonor, disdain, and rejection.See Integration Dreams.

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lucky numbers: 02-18-23-30-33-34having much: wil suffer because of own foolishness, but enjoy it for a time first. others: a distinguished outsider wil court you. merry-go-round: are going around in circles...

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1. Spiritual What you are called to do;2. Weakness (of people);3. God’s strength or ability demonstrated through people’s weakness; rejection.

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1. Security.2. Horse refusing to take oats indi­cates rejection of care.

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From a spiritual perspective the one thing that we all fear is rejection.To dream of being an orphan highlights this spiritual desertion, a moving away from source into the uncharted...

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Carrying a heavy load or responsibility, or the ability to do so.Pushing your way forward (such as toward a goal or toward something you want).Comfort or support (as in “a...

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A desire to get rid of something in your life or mind (perhaps because it’s overloading you or because it’s mentally or emotionally toxic).Unable or refusing to accept something in...

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Material aspects: When we find ourselves in isolation in a dream we should decide if it is by our own volition or because of others.If by our own wish, then...

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Dreams of an outcast reflect your issues of rejection, feelings of loneliness and alienation. You may be afraid of exposing your true feelings for fear of being rejected. Keep in...

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1. Eating alone equals depression, or being engulfed by a feeling of rejection.2. One is being “eaten up” by something.3. The desire to break off a relationship.4. Overeating indicates anxiety...

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If you see an orphan or orphanage in your dream, you are probably feeling lonely or scared of rejection.

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