Drowning

Drown, Sinking underwater

Water closing over your head is one of the most intense dream images, and its subject is overwhelm. Too many tasks, strong emotions or other people's needs can pile up until there seems to be no room left to breathe. The dream is a measure of how full your plate has become, so ask yourself what you could set down. If you made it back to the surface, relief is closer than it feels right now.

Dream variations

Breathing underwaterYou're coping better than you expected. A situation that seemed like too much is becoming manageable.
Swimming back to the surfaceYou're finding your way out of a heavy time. Keep going; fresh air is just above you.
Drowning in a bathtub or a poolA small, everyday matter has grown bigger than it should be. Shrink it back to size by tackling one piece today.
Sinking slowly and calmlyYou've stopped fighting a situation and are letting it carry you. Check whether that's acceptance or simple tiredness.

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