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Even a quick nap can get extremely interesting if you’re dreaming. Dreams are simply a series of images, some emotional, and they occur involuntarily while you’re sleeping. They could either be prompted by an incident you witnessed, a distant memory, or simply something you’ve been thinking about.
There are some dreams, however, that may occur more frequently than others. For example, falling from a swing. Another common dream is of tornadoes. Have you ever had dreams about tornadoes? Let’s learn more about what they mean.
Dreams about Tornadoes: General Meanings
A tornado is a weather phenomenon where a tube of air violently spins and comes in contact with the ground. Usually occurring during thunderstorms, they are capable of mass destruction. So why would someone dream of something so intense?
#1. Emotional Conflict
Dreams of tornadoes may signify emotional turbulence.
Is there an upcoming event that’s causing you concern? Is a loved one making a decision that you aren’t in favor of? Explore what is subconsciously bothering you.
#2. Destruction
Tornadoes are the very beacon of destruction. They can uproot everything in their path.
Is there someone in your life wreaking havoc? Is an event robbing you of your peace? Do you have destructive habits that have been causing harm to you or others around you?
If there is impending damage or consistently occurring wreckage in your life, it may explain your dreams about tornadoes.
#3. Loss Of Control
The sheer size and force of a tornado are bigger than anything one can deal with. It is unpredictable and can get really dangerous if you’re unprepared.
If some aspect or person in your life makes you feel completely helpless, the overwhelming nature of this can prompt dreams about tornadoes as well. Accompanying this emotion, you may feel fear, anxiety, and debilitating worry.
General Interpretation
#1. Dreaming About One/Multiple Tornadoes
Seeing one or multiple tornadoes, whether you’re simply witnessing it pass or it’s rapidly approaching you, could mean that there is turbulence in your life.
This disturbance may happen within your own affairs or may be happening to someone who has an impact on you. If you’re witnessing a tornado from your childhood home, it is often perceived as a sign of childhood trauma and distress.
Pregnant women also dream of tornadoes as a sign of their impending labor.
While a faraway tornado is not something to worry about, an approaching tornado can mean that it’s time to prepare, that you’re about to be rattled.
#2. Dreaming About Being Swept into A Tornado
If you have been sucked into the vortex of a tornado in your dream, it signifies intense struggles that you’re grappling with.
It may also mean that you are currently not in control of your mind and affairs; someone else has assumed control of your life — in a very dangerous way. You may want to rethink some of your “passionate” equations, so as to restore boundaries and balance for yourself.
#3. Dreaming About Different Colors of Tornadoes
People usually witness tornadoes in colors like grey, black, red, and white — all of these have different connotations.
Notably, a black tornado can indicate emotions like depression, grief, and even thoughts of suicide.
A white tornado indicates that some form of intervention or help is arriving from another person.
A grey tornado isn’t indicative of anything quite specific; you just need to address the unrest in your mind.
However, a red fiery tornado means that your passions aren’t as healthy as you think. The person in question may not be the right fit for you; too much indulgence will leave destruction in its wake.
#4. Dreaming About Being in A Car During a Tornado
Did the tornado strike while you were sitting in your car in your dream?
The car may be a thin veil of protection beyond which lies a lot of stress and negativity. Hiding inside your car symbolizes your overwhelmed self being vulnerable to great amounts of emotional imbalance.
Indecisiveness usually prompts this specific version of the tornado dream.
#5. Dreaming About Surviving a Tornado
If you’ve ended up alive after witnessing/surviving through a tornado, that’s a great sign! It indicates that all of your suffering and rough times can be overcome with time and effort.
Do not fret, there is peace and love that will come your way after the tumultuous struggle that you’re facing.
Spiritual Meaning
The tornado acting as the joining element of the earth and sky has a spiritual significance when it occurs in dreams.
It may mean that you await rebirth, to brave the storm and difficulties that currently exist in your life. Once tackled, you will be independent and rooted in your morals.
You will have abandoned traditional boundaries, as this tornado would represent what is happening with your inner values and character.
Biblical Meaning
You could consider dreams about tornadoes as a sign of God’s displeasure. They are often considered symbols of displeasure, vengeance, and complete fury.
In case you are working through a morally grey situation that has you questioning yourself and your ideals, a tornado dream could be a biblical sign of God’s will for you. Introspect and restructure your thought-to-action process.
A Few Parting Words
Dreams can be reminders, lost memories, warnings, or simply utter gibberish. Given the cultural and scientific significance of a tornado, dreams about tornadoes can carry significant meaning to them!