Symbolizes the pursuit of goals, the avoidance of fears, or the feeling of being pursued by an aspect of oneself or a situation. Being chased in a dream can reflect feelings of anxiety, fear, or the need to escape from something. Alternatively, if the dreamer is the one doing the chasing, it may represent their determination, ambition, or the pursuit of something they desire.

Themes: pursuit, fear, anxiety, ambition, escape

More in: Modern dream analysis texts.