Dream symbol · Common Dreams
Dreaming About Running
What it means
Running in a dream can mean two things — racing toward something you want, or away from something you fear. Whether you move freely or feel slowed down tells you which.
In more detail
Legs that feel heavy, or moving in slow motion, often mirror frustration with something blocking your progress in waking life. Running with ease can reflect momentum and drive. It helps to ask: am I running toward, or away — and is it still worth the chase?
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