Cliff

Cliffs, Cliff edge, Falling off a cliff

Standing at the edge of a cliff, with nothing but air below, is one of the most dramatic spots a dream can put you in. It usually shows a turning point: a decision you can't take back, a risk or a situation with little room for error. Looking out from the top with a sense of wonder suggests you can see far ahead and feel strong. Being pushed or slipping can mean you feel pressure to act before you're prepared. Climbing a cliff face is about determination against steep odds.

Dream variations

• Standing at the edgeA choice with real consequences is in front of you. Look around before you move; there may be a path you missed.
• Hanging on to the edgeYou're holding on to something hard, like a job, a plan or a hope. Ask someone to help pull you up; you've held on long enough.
• Jumping off a cliff into waterYou're about to take a bold leap. Check the depth, then go.
• Climbing a cliffYou're tackling something steep. Secure each hold before reaching for the next.
• Someone else on the edgeYou're worried about a person taking a risk. Offer support, not alarm.

Related symbols

Mountain · Falling · Jumping · Ocean

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