Coughing

Dream Symbol Interpretation

Meaning of Coughing
Universal interpretation and symbolism

In most cases when we cough in our dreams we usually bring up things that disturb us. Why? Coughing in our dreams represents negative things in our lives that we tend to hold inside us thus making it unconscious. Your dream will metaphorically use specific things you are coughing up to lead you to the answer. Although what we tend to cough up or get out of our system becomes a positive omen relating to not holding in this toxic or removal negative energy that was once harbored within.To dream of coughing up blood represents a loss of vital energy (life force) relating to a specific matter in your life. This is usually something that has lingered in your life for way to long. To dream of coughing up blood clots is a good symbol of removal of negative energy blocks that can alter your emotions.To dream of coughing up mucus represents stuck or stagnant negative energy that was blocking aspects of your mind body and soul (see throat chakra dreams).To dream of coughing up hair seems to reflect some sort of inner distortion; fears and anxiety relating to your growth, knowledge and strength.Coughing up black stuff or black mucus connects to the unconscious “shadow side” of the dreamer (see shadow dreams).To dream of coughing up tonsil stones connects to a removal or blocks to your communication or throat chakra (see chakra dreams).

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FAQs about Coughing

What does it mean when I dream about coughing?

When coughing appears in your dream, it often symbolizes feelings of insecurity or emotional support. The context and your feelings in the dream provide important clues to its personal meaning.

Is dreaming about coughing good or bad?

Neither inherently good nor bad. Dreams about coughing reflect your subconscious processing. The emotions you experience during the dream offer more insight than the symbol itself.

Why do I keep dreaming about coughing?

Recurring dreams featuring coughing often indicate unresolved emotions or situations in your waking life. Consider recent events or feelings that might be connected to what this symbol represents for you.