Tornado Storm Dream Meaning and Symbolism
A tornado is a destructive and violent storm that sucks up everything in its path. To dream of a tornado can mean a number of different things and will depend greatly on the context of the rest of the dream.
While dreaming of a tornado can be a scary, fortunately they are rarely precognitive and are a common dream symbol many people experience.
Wondering if a dream is going to predict the future? See our article on types of dreams to understand more on understanding if a dream is precognitive or a release dream.
Here are some common dream themes and meanings for a tornado:
Anxiety and Worry:
Anxiety and worry are common emotions that one might feel when faced with a tornado. If you feel worried about a tornado coming in your dream, it signifies you are worried about something that is coming up in your life.
You may be worried about your safety, your finances, your job security, an upcoming event, your health, a loved one…anything that may be bothering you subconsciously or consciously in real life.
Look for clues in the dream that may signify what else you may be worried about. For example, I had a dream where I was in my son’s father’s house and I could see a tornado coming. The dream happened days before a custody court case was scheduled that I was worried about.
Destructive Habits:
Tornadoes are sudden and violent storms that are extremely destructive. Are there any destructive people or events happening in your life? Do you have any self destructive habits that have been setting you back?
Fear:
If in the dream you feel afraid or scared about the tornado, it suggests there is something in your waking life that is making you feel frightened. Pay attention to what other symbols in the dream there are, as that will help provide you with insight on what it is you are scared of in waking life.
Lack of Attention Span or Focus:
Tornadoes are air moving at very fast speeds and in all directions. Are your thoughts doing the same thing? If you have a difficult time focusing or concentrating, this could be another possible dream meaning for tornado. Tornadoes are very volatile storms that change quickly – do you often change your mind a lot?
Out of Control:
Whether it is your emotions or events going on in your life, dreaming of a tornado can also mean you may feel out of control. We are certainly no match against mother nature! Dreaming of a tornado might mean that you are feeling like a problem is too overwhelming.
Tips for Interpreting Your Dream About Tornadoes
Here are some additional tips to help you interpret your dream about a tornado:
What emotions did you feel during the dream? The emotions you felt during the dream will give you much insight on the emotions you feel in your waking your life. If you felt afraid, there may be something else you are fearful of in your life.
How Close Were You to the Tornado? There is a difference between seeing a tornado from very far away from being in the center of it and flying around. If you are far away from the tornado and see it nearing you, it means you are aware of the concerns in waking life. If you are in the middle of it, pay attention to your emotions and feelings – it may be a symbol of how you have been feeling in waking life.
What Other Symbols Were in the Dream? Paying attention to the other symbols in the dream will help you better understand the context of the dream. Think carefully about the setting of the dream, the people who are in it, and the other objects in the dream. These will all provide clues as to what the tornado symbolizes.
For example, if you dream of rebuilding a house after a tornado this could mean that you will be able to bounce back and recover from a setback. A house can also have many other meanings, so it can be useful to understand the symbolism of a house in your dreams for even more insight.
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Do you have any meanings for tornado dream interpretation symbols we may have missed? What dreams have you had about tornadoes? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
