Smelling

Dream Symbol Interpretation

Meaning of Smelling
Universal interpretation and symbolism

In most cases smelling connects to the intuition of the dreamer; a message or a warning to pay close attention to this scent. Positive symbols emerges as flower fragrances or perfumes that might in fact connect to the spirit world or a visitor from another dimension. If the smells are associated in a negative manner such as poop, cigarettes, urine, death, gas it becomes a warning to trust your intuition. Though most smells that are sensed can be correlated with sleep paralysis or a hypnagogic hallucinations – occur as a person is falling asleep or before waking up.

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FAQs about Smelling

What does it mean when I dream about smelling?

When smelling 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 smelling good or bad?

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

Why do I keep dreaming about smelling?

Recurring dreams featuring smelling 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.