Floating

Float, Floating in the air, Floating on water

Floating is the gentler cousin of flying: no effort, no direction, just being held up by air or water. In dreams it often comes when you've stopped struggling with something, or when you'd like to. Lying still on the water can be a sign you're learning to let a situation support you instead of fighting it. Drifting above the ground can show a light, happy mood, or a sense that you've lost touch with practical matters. If you floated away and couldn't get back down, you may feel events are moving without your say.

Dream variations

• Floating on your back in waterYou're better supported than it feels. Stop treading so hard and let things hold you up for a moment.
• Floating just above the groundYour spirits are high. Just don't lose sight of the practical details.
• Floating away and unable to get downYou've let go of a routine that used to hold you. Put one firm commitment back in place.
• Things floating around the roomYour thoughts are scattered and nothing stays put. Pin down one plan before chasing the rest.

Related symbols

Flying · Swimming · Outer space · Water

Dream interpretations are for entertainment.