This last week I have had two dreams in which an animal was stalking or attacking me. The first, which I had 3 nights ago, involved a very large bear. He wasn't attacking me, per se, or even entirely threatening. But this bear seemed VERY fond of me, constantly towering over me and pawing at me in a way I presumed was an expression of affection. The only thing is, I knew that should his mood change, his expressions of affection could mean instant death. The following interpretation fromMyjellybean.com is a fairly common one:
If you dream of being chased or attacked by a bear, it suggests that you are dealing with competition or aggression in real life. Bears in dreams can also symbolize a period of introspection and thinking.
An interesting component of this dream is that I consider the bear to be one of my spirit animals. I have been drawn to bears for years. as evidenced by my collection of Southwestern bear fetishes. In most native interpetations, the bear is a symbol of strength. From
www.animaltotem.com:
Bear teaches us to respect our natural hibernation cycles. Just as Bear rests during winter and reawakens during spring, we need spaces of rest and rejuvenation. Bear calls us to awaken the potential within ourselves and the power of our unconscious mind. Bear reminds us there is a time for playfulness and a time to be assertive.
Last night I dreamt about a wolf attacking me. I was able to fend it off, although it attacked me again and again. Wolf is not one of my spirit animals, but apparently has a lot to say to me.
From Myjellybean.com
Wolves in dreams represent teachers, guides and the male influence. If you dream of taming a wolf, or being a wolf yourself, good physical health and new adventures are in your future. If you are chased by a wolf, you may be uncomfortable around a male in your life, or it may be your own, highly feminine side that you are not at ease with.
From animal totem:
Because wolf is a teacher and pathfinder, he comes when we need guidance in our lives. Those who have a Wolf Totem will move on to teach others about sacredness and spirituality. Wolf can also teach how to balance the responsibility of family needs and not to lose one's personal identity.
Wolf teaches us to develop strength and confidence in our decisions. He shows we will learn to trust our insights once we learn how to value our inner voice. This wisdom keeps us from inappropriate action. If wolf appears in your life examine where you need to develop more confidence and if you need more balance between friends, family, and yourself.
It seems that I feel threatened by the prospect of making a decision, most likely having to do with my family. (Although not mentioned in the link I chose, bears are also often related to family, as well) At least, that is my general impression of these dreams. But I have absolutely no idea what this decision might be.
