Dreaming of Stumbling

stumble, stagger, trip · mixed

Stumbling foretells disfavour and obstacles, which you'll overcome if you don't fall.

What happens in the dream

  • You don't fall: you will eventually get past them
  • You stumble while walking or running: disfavour and obstacles in your path

How you felt

  • Clumsiness: the dream may reflect fear of a misstep
  • Resilience: it is a reminder you can wobble without falling

Ask yourself

  • Am I afraid of putting a foot wrong?
  • What helps me keep my balance?

See also Fall · Walking · Stone · Difficulty

Source: G. H. Miller, Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or What's in a Dream (1901). Also searched as: stagger, trip.

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