You see yourself walking through the woods, enjoying the abundance of oxygen and wonderful scenery, feeling calm and peace all through your body. While you peacefully observe the trees and plants, you see a large, dark figure moving in the bushes. You recognize a large, brown bear who notices your presence at his territory. You start uncontrollably running, losing your breath. Just as you trip over a tree branch, numb with terror, you wake up.
Bears in dreams usually represent dark and dangerous aspects of your personality. They symbolize strength, power, superiority, and fierce protection of the family. In Nordic mythology, bears represented female attributes; it is known from ancient times that these animals depicted motherly and earthbound figures, symbolizing female drive. Being exceptionally fierce, bears may represent an untamed and primal part of human nature.
If you dreamed about being attacked by a bear, it suggests that you will encounter many obstacles on your way to success. This animal may represent a turning point in your life that requires deep analysis and thought. In a man’s dream, a bear symbolizes a controlling, overbearing mother, while in a woman’s dream it represents a primal maternal drive, prepared to fight to the death to protect its cubs.
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Scroll below to find the interpretation that best suits the dream you had. Hopefully, you will find the answers that your subconscious mind is urging you to find.
Definition of a bear
A large, heavy mammal that walks on the soles of its feet, having thick fur and a very short tail. Bears are related to the dog family but most species are omnivorous.
Dreaming about seeing a bear/bear howling/trapped in a cage
If you dreamed about seeing a bear or even it being trapped in a cage, or howling, the interpretation may vary depending on the details.
If you dreamed about seeing a bear, it suggests financial instability and loss because of gambling. You may be involved with suspicious people and their businesses that will lead you to inevitable problems that will endanger and threaten your very existence. You’ve mindlessly put too many things on the line, potentially risking every single thing in your life.
Luckily, you will be able to find your way out of the rabbit hole and remorse for the wrong choices that led you to the brink of your extinction. Especially pay attention to the social circles you’re in, and carefully estimate whom you can trust. Forgive and forget, but take extra care when dealing with others in the future. This is a big lesson for your personality, and if you don’t finally integrate it into your being and experience, because an even worse future situation will appear.
If you dreamed about the bear howling, it means that you will be at someone’s mercy. You will depend on someone that you consider your enemy, which will make things even more complicated. Asking for help from them makes you feel disgusted by yourself because you think that you are humiliated and downgrading yourself by showing them your weaknesses and vulnerabilities. Forget your pride, because they help you get will immensely help your loved ones.
If you dreamed about the bear being trapped in a cage, it means that you’re not satisfied with who you have become. You feel trapped in your own body and long for the freedom of your true personality. You’ve probably completely lost your identity as time went by, succumbing and adapting to the pressure of someone else. You finally realized that sacrifice of your identity only contributed to your self-destruction and brought you literally nothing. Forgive yourself and regain your power and self-confidence, because you can do it, no matter how hard it may currently seem.
Dreaming about wounding/killing/hunting a bear
If you dreamed about wounding, killing, or hunting a bear, the interpretation may vary depending on the details.
If you dreamed about wounding a bear, it represents your desire to get rid of toxic people or situations in your life. It may be a negative person in your everyday environment or even a draining job position you’ve been given. You finally realize that they only take away your vital energy and suck the life force out of you, adding nothing to the overall quality of your existence. Getting rid of them after so many years of manipulation will make you feel finally free and completely unrestricted. Just keep persisting in your decision, because the reward is well worth the effort.
If you dreamed about killing a bear, it means that you will succeed in competing with your enemy. They will probably underestimate you, thinking that you are unable to defend yourself and return the attack. The adrenaline of competition will take over you, but make sure not to overdo it.
However exciting, keep yourself at the safe distance from the potential problems.
If you dreamed about hunting a bear, it is a sign that you will realize all your dreams and goals. Your hard work, dedication, and persistence will bear fruit and you will be rewarded for your unconditional commitment to success. Stay motivated and inspired, for it will keep you elated to keep moving until you reach your goal. Right now, the only sky is the limit for you.
Dreaming about waking up/running from/hiding from a bear
If you dreamed about waking up the bear, or running and hiding from it, the interpretation may vary depending on the details.
If you dreamed about waking up the bear, it means that you haven’t reached your full potential in life. You are a person of great talents and qualities, but of poor confidence and work ethics. You’ve always relied on your intelligence, without actually putting in some effort. It is time to find your inspiration and motivation, that can propel you toward the embodiment of a successful person, making you finally satisfied with your life.
If you dreamed about running from a bear, it means that you should stop neglecting and avoiding problems in your life. For you, ignorance is literally bliss, and you are very well skilled in turning a deaf ear to the burning issues. This play pretend won’t take very long, and you will be faced with your deepest fears, urged to solve them once and for all. If needed, collect all the courage in the world to encounter your greatest enemy – yourself.
If you dreamed about hiding from a bear, it means that nothing will go your imagined way for a period of time. You do your best to stay on track, but every now and then a situation appears that seemingly completely derails you from your intended path. Let this period go by and don’t be discouraged. Keep investing faith in your success, because it is definitely coming into your life.
Dreaming about chasing/fighting/bitten by a bear
If you dream about chasing, fighting, or being bitten by a bear, the interpretation may vary depending on the details.
If you dreamed about chasing a bear, it means that you should reflect upon your recent decisions. You recklessly made choices that you haven’t thoroughly thought through, and now you are faced with the inevitable consequences of your actions.
However, it is not late to fix everything and revise the original plan. Just keep investing your time and energy into your goal, but make sure you carefully weigh the pros and cons before your every future decision.
If you dreamed about fighting a bear, it means that you will be a victim of injustice in the near future. You’re used to always being honest with people, which is frequently used against you. You will feel overwhelmed with your weaknesses and feelings of alienation and abandonment. But don’t fall prey to your reactions, everything is and will be fine, no matter how difficult the situation seems.
If you dreamed about being bitten by a bear, it means that you’ve provoked a troublesome person, who’s not afraid to make your life difficult. You will have to deal with the consequences of your own actions, but don’t let worry overtake you. You will succeed in avoiding any serious damage to yourself and the ones you love, but you will certainly learn how to step back when you’re walking on the edge of someone’s patience.