Dreaming of a river is good or bad? See the answer here!

You may have heard the famous lesson of the Greek philosopher Heraclitus: “No man can bathe twice in the same river; the second time the river is no longer the same, nor is the man”. Water courses have a strong symbology in our life, so dreaming about a river is quite common.

Depending on how this river appears in your dream, the meanings can be different, from a doubt you have about a certain situation in your life, to a feeling of passage and purity.

To discover what it means to dream of a river in its various forms of manifestation, this post brings an interpretation guide. Learn to listen to what your intuition is saying!

What does it mean to dream about a river?

The river is closely linked to one’s own life and personal trajectory. Therefore, dreaming of a river is a dream about yourself, your own life and the course you are taking for your trajectory at this stage.

Thus, this type of dream can be seen as a general balance of life, or a reflection of what is happening in your personal moment. Therefore, the conditions of the river, your relationship with it and even your emotions during the dream will be different, according to the message that your unconscious is transmitting.

Next, we will explore different ways the river manifests in dreams, to help you interpret the meaning behind it.

dream of river water

Dreams about water are usually related to the person’s state of mind. Water has a very strong symbology linked to purification and cleaning, and it is also connected to the emotional state of the person who lives the dream.

The water in a river is in fluid and constant motion, going in a well-defined direction. The meaning of this in your life can be quite positive, as this dream is usually related to news, good things happening, new opportunities and problems being solved.

If you are waiting for a promotion at work, for example, dreaming about river water can be a great sign. This dream is rescuing what you have of good clues in your unconscious that the answer will be positive and bringing it to the level of consciousness. Vibrate on this positive frequency to take advantage of what your intuition is saying.

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Dream about a dirty river

If you happen to dream of a dirty river, it’s time to stop and take care of yourself. Contaminated or polluted river waters, with garbage or toxic products, are sending a message about your emotional health.

To dream of a dirty river can mean that you are tired, your energies are drained, or you may be experiencing some health problem. Pay attention to your diet, your lifestyle habits in general and see a doctor if you have any symptoms.

Enjoy and take a herbal bath to recharge your energies.

Dreaming of a river full or overflowing

A full river can mean that your life is interesting or full of things happening. But if that same river is too full or overflowing, it can be a warning sign.

Look at the things you’ve been passionate about—whether it’s work, relationships, friends, or something else. Also analyze how your ambition is going, to see if it is not blinding you to other aspects. If your feeling in the dream is good, dreaming of a river overflowing could be related to you being ready to accept challenges.

Dream about crossing a river

This is a passing dream. To dream that you are crossing a river is related to some problem or challenge that you need to overcome. Crossing the river through a bridge has a different symbology than crossing the river through the water and the rocks.

The first is related to helping you to resolve the issue, while the second may mean that you will have to take responsibility for yourself.

To dream that you are bathing in the river

Dreaming of a bath, in general, is related to cleanliness and purity. When you dream that you are drinking in the river, it means about a need to attract positive energies and neutralize negative ones (especially if the river is dirty or polluted).

You can cleanse your energies with an Exu bath or even do a spiritual cleaning of your home.

Dream of a river of clean water

The clean river is about purification, opening paths and positive energy. To dream of a clean river means a good omen.

Dream about a muddy river

The muddy water prevents you from seeing what is in the course of the river. Remembering that the river is related to your own life, dreaming of a muddy river may have to do with a period of turmoil and lack of clarity.

You may be going through a time when multiple changes are happening at the same time, or where you’re not sure what decisions to make. The best way to clean the water is to let it settle. So do meditations, rest your mind to see more clearly.

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Dream of a dry river

A dry river is a lifeless landscape. To dream of one can mean that you are going through a period of discouragement. If you work in the creative field, you may be going through a period of lockdown.

Generally speaking, dreaming of a dry river can be a sign that you are not finding pleasure in life. Consider taking a deep dive into what’s going on with you and seeking help if you can’t resolve it in a timely manner.

Dream about fish in the river

A dream of fish in the river is a good omen! Pisces are related to abundance and prosperity, and dreams about these animals reflect your hope for a period of abundance.

If they are calmly in a river, it means that a prosperous phase is about to begin. See where the opportunities are and invest in them, drawing that bounty to you.

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