Water

To dream of water can have many different meanings. On the surface, it represents your emotions. However, water can also be symbolic of your life force, chi, and psyche. Other meanings include a search for knowledge, spirituality, or comfort. You may need of relief from hunger or thirst.

Furthermore, a dream of entering water symbolizes the new beginning. Being immersed in water is a return to the mother womb which may suggest pregnancy or birth of a child. Flowing water signifies tranquility and relaxation, while the rushing water indicates passion or strong emotion. Dream of a deep water suggests a subconscious part of you which may be out of reach in waking life, and shallow water represents a lack of spirit and vigor. To be on the water, such as in a yacht, can represent uncertainty or a lack of emotional commitment. Going down into water in a dream suggests a necessity for restoration of one's energy in order to return to the starting point. Conversely, coming up out of the water suggests a fresh new beginning.

Boiling water indicates that you are currently not in complete control of your emotions. Some previously repressed emotions may soon surface; be sure you are prepared to deal with them.

Cool, clear, calm water is an indication that your spirituality brings you great peace. You have come to a place of acceptance about your spirituality and self. Conversely, muddy water is an indication that it is time to clear your head. Get rid of excess baggage like negative thoughts and emotions. If you don't, you will not be able to find the peace. Muddy water may also be meant to show you that your thought process is clouded and unclear. You are not making the best decisions right now. If you are in the dirty water, there is a situation in your waking life that is simply too much for you to handle. You need to admit you are in over your head so simply ask for help.

To dream that water is flooding up and over your home is an indication that you cannot find peace with your emotions. You are afraid to face your inner feelings and will continue to struggle until you do so.

A dream in which you walk on water is an indication of your inner control over emotions. This is not always a good thing. You may feel the need to always be in control and as a result, may rarely let your true emotions show. Conversely, it may indicate a strong belief in oneself.