A hidden strength or means of self-defense.
Self-confidence or feeling self-secure.
The idea of “making a stink” (such as standing up for yourself or others, or bringing attention to something).
Suppressed anger, or the idea of transforming anger into something productive.
Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.
Consider also the animal’s actions, context, and your feelings about it.
Self-assertion and confidence.
The skunks scent is a protective odor, but it is uniquely its own.
Getting the respect one is due. Skunks do not like confrontation, and usually withhold their spray until no other option is left. Have you been holding back in some area where recognition of your abilities is long overdue?
Irritating people or situations. Being sprayed by a skunk causes all kinds of distress, most of which stems from frustration about being in the wrong place at the wrong time! [2]
It is up to you to decide whether this defensive posture is for your own true good or an overreaction. [3]
2. One does not like something about a particular situation. [7]