If you have ever dreamed about getting shot, you might be wondering what it means.
Fear
Fearis a consistent theme in these dreams, as is a sense of anxiousness or worry.
It makes perfect sense that your subconscious mind would perform this work through your dreams.
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“Being shot in a dream can symbolize feelings of vulnerability or exposure,” explains Hafeez.
It’s normal for this dream to be highly upsetting, even after you awaken.
You may also be left feeling sad because of this dream.
Can You Always Interpret a Dream?
If this dream is a one-off situation, it may not be worth thinking too long about it.
On the other hand, if you having this dream repeatedly, it is worth looking into why.
Working on yoursleep hygienecan also be beneficial to reducing nightmares of all kinds.
She adds that good hygiene can promote restful sleep.
How to know when you’ve hit that point?
Conclusion
Getting shot in a dream can be stressful and scary.
It can leave you feeling anxious or frightened, and those feelings may persist.
If it’s too much to contend with alone, a professional may be of service.
If possible, seek out someone trained in CBT or dream analysis.
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