What does it mean to dream about cats?

It is very common to dream about animals, as is, more specifically, to dream about cats. In the dream world, the cat represents different things: fantasy and irrationality, but also independence, money and seduction.

Have you ever had a dream like this? In this article we talk about the meanings attributed to different dreams with cats depending on their characteristics and the actions we do in the dream.

What does it mean to dream about cats?

Dreaming about cats, In the dream world, it represents fantasy, and sometimes even excess of irrationality. On the other hand, dreaming that we simply see a cat is related to betrayal. Furthermore, dreaming about this animal can also have other meanings: seduction, money and independence.

If the cat we dream about is also black (closely related to superstitions), this may mean that we have to watch out for the evil of some people, present in our lives and of whom we may not be aware.

It is a dream that also symbolizes the unknown, those areas of our lives that we have not ventured to explore. Perhaps it is a sign that you should leave fear and insecurities behind and start making decisions. But there are more types of dreams related to cats; depending on the type of cat, what the cat (or us) does in the dream, etc., with also diverse meanings.

Depending on the type of cat

Let’s see what it means to dream about cats according to them; that is, depending on its color, size, nature…

White cat

If the cat is white instead of black (or another color), you should keep in mind that white color symbolizes authenticity, purity and inner peace. Thus, it could be a sign that you have to start looking for that peace of mind in your life.

Gray cat

Dreaming about gray cats can mean that We are in a moment close to stability that we long for. Gray is a color that also indicates responsibility; It can reflect our commitment at work, for example, or in other areas of our lives.

giant cats

When we dream about things – or, in this case, animals – that are very big, this can symbolize an excess of “something” In our life. Perhaps it is time to put aside those excesses and apply the middle ground, seeking balance.

dead cats

If we dream of dead cats, we must reflect on the symbology of the cat but also of death, in the dream world. Death symbolizes the hidden worldthe darkness that precedes the spiritual rebirth of people.

The cat often symbolizes independence and thrift; Therefore, if the cats are dead in the dream, this may be related to a bad economic moment or level of independence.

small cats

Dreaming about small cats can fill us with joy. Its meaning is related to this emotion; we may need a little spark in our lifeor even, affection (and not necessarily from a person).

This dream can arise when we are in a bad time, or when we have distanced ourselves from our loved ones and long for their affection. It is a dream that can encourage you to reflect on the people around you.

domestic cat

Dreaming about domestic cats symbolizes independence and autonomy in our lives.

Rabid

Dreaming about rabid cats symbolizes a stormy relationship in our life that is tormenting us.

Wild

If the cat that appears in our dreams is wild, it means that, frequently, our independence turns into aggression.

According to the actions in the dream

On the other hand, depending on the actions we develop throughout the dream with the cat (or he with us), its meaning also varies. We have selected three common dreams:

pet a cat

It symbolizes that the loved one does not deserve our love. It also has another meaning associated with it; the fact of receiving, soon, a significant amount of money.

If the cat also purrs while we pet it, it may be the replica of reciprocated love.

Capture a cat

Dreaming that we capture a cat can be a warning so that we are careful with our impulses. If you also fight against it, it is also a warning message; They can rob us.

kill him

Dreaming that we kill a cat can tell us that we will break up with a dangerous relationship.

Being bitten by a cat

Dreaming that a cat bites us symbolizes the infatuation that we do not wantbut it will come.

Dreams and their meaning

Dreams are peculiar dream experiences that all mammals experience. These arise especially during the REM phase of sleep, when our brain is especially active. And this phase repeats itself every 90 minutes, accounting for around 25% of the time we sleep.

Therefore, if we wake up in this phase, it will be easier for us to remember the content of our dreams. In general, dreams are not “in vain”; Sometimes, it is not so much that they are dreams that anticipate something (premonitory dreams), but rather that they are related to our life, our aspirations, our identity, etc.

Therefore, the best way to interpret a dream is by identifying what we have felt in it and how we can link it with certain aspects of our reality. Remember that whether you dream about cats or other animals, it is likely that the dream is related to some situation in your life or with your memories. In the end, our mind works with materials that are familiar to it.

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