Gossip
Gossiping, Rumors, Being talked about
Whispers in a corridor, a sudden silence when you walk in, a story about you that isn't true: gossip dreams stir up worry about reputation and belonging. Being the subject of gossip often comes from fear of being judged or misunderstood by a group you care about. Spreading gossip yourself may show curiosity about someone else's life, or tension you haven't expressed openly. Old dream books, oddly enough, read being gossiped about as a sign of a pleasant surprise. Either way, the dream asks how much other people's words weigh on you.
Dream variations
- Hearing people gossip about youYou fear being misjudged by a group you care about. The people who know you well won't need convincing; spend your energy on them.
- Spreading a rumorYou've been talking about someone instead of to them. Think about what you really want to know, and whether you'd say it to their face.
- Gossip that turns out to be trueYour hunch about a situation may be right. You don't have to pass it on just because you're right; decide what's actually yours to do.
- Refusing to join inYour integrity matters to you. People notice who keeps a conversation kind.
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