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“You have the right to remain silent—anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, we will provide one for you.”
Uh-oh. Imagine hearing that. It does make you think twice about what you might’ve done, am I right? Don’t worry; you’re safe. You most probably just had a dream about a police officer, and it’s not that common either. This type of dream has a strong symbolic meaning.
Although having daily encounters or interactions with the police or working with them, then you’d likely have this type of dream more often.
Having a dream about the police has nothing to do with the profession. Although, police officers are known to do great work in protecting citizens and maintaining law and order. Police officers are often a symbol of power and authority, much like the right hand of the government.
In a dream, seeing police symbolizes regulations, control, and authority. Do you remember what you dreamed about? I’m talking about details.
Scenarios in your real life, such as the rules and regulations, can be associated with your dream. The emotions you’ve felt during the dream. Even the situations you were in the dream are all crucial aspects in finding its interpretations. Don’t forget about how you felt when you encountered a police officer in your dream and how you felt during the scenarios with the police officer. That’s also crucial to how you interpret your dream as well.
Seeing A Police Officer
When you see a police officer in your dream, it can mean that there might be an upcoming problem in your path, but fear not; there’s no reason to worry or overthink as this will only be temporary.
This dream appears solely as a warning, and it has no severe implications in its context. Seeing these officers may also imply that you are seeking people in authority for direction and assistance. On the bright side, this dream foreshadows the affection of other people around you and how they will look up to you as a leader. Seeing the cop on the street and having nothing to do with them signifies how you should be more aware of your surroundings.
If you’re a female dreaming about an officer, it may probably mean that you are looking for a solid male figure in your life. It could mean a male partner or a father figure.
Police Officer Approaching You
A dream like this talks about how you deeply see your need to live in an environment full of rules and regulations. Typically, everyone follows the rules and the code of ethics to maintain harmony and live peacefully.
Unless you live in a perfect world, life can be out of control, crazy, and even unexpected. It can make us feel lost, confused, hopeless, and even overwhelmed. That’s why this dream came to you, to remind you that you cannot control everyone or everything.
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Being chased in a dream
Are you running away from life? Or maybe some decisions you’ve made in the past? It might be subconsciously bothering you, thus making you feel regret, guilty even, and possibly being reluctant to face these. You know that famous sentence, “do you like running? Me too! I love running away from my worries and responsibilities.”
Unfortunately, even if it's being chased by dogs in our dreams, we’re faced with indications and reminders about how we have been running away and not having the courage to take responsibility in facing the consequences in our life.
Being Arrested
Isn’t it quite scary to be arrested in real life? Right?
Being arrested by the police in a dream, in a motorcycle or such, can indicate how you face a possible firm persuasion in your waking life, and it might be bothering you. Your family or society may be pushing you into making this decision or taking this opportunity, but you have no intentions of grabbing it.
Remember, prevention is better than cure.
A cop approaching someone.
I am pretty sure when an officer approaches us; we suddenly have this anxious feeling as if we’ve done something horrible. Possibly something trivial like locking the garage doors or taking a right, even with turning on our blinkers.
When someone shows sketchy or uncomfortable actions, it’s expected for a police officer to show up to maintain order and peace. This dream indicates that you don’t have to be afraid of seeing someone evaluating individuals at school or work.
Although it piques our interest about what’s happening to that person, a dream like this is a reminder to know you shouldn’t involve yourself without knowing both sides of the story, to control yourself, and not get involved with other people’s problems.
Seeing a police car
Dreaming of a police car symbolizes more about what you say. It’s like how you decide how you see life if you act before you think or vice versa. Remember, if you always act on impulse and instinct, dreaming of a police car lets you rethink your choices. I know it can be pretty tricky, but it is way safer if you base what you’re about to do next on your experiences.
I know how you feel when you’re regretting an action you’ve done, mainly when you’ve acted on impulse too. I know it’s easier said than done, but impulsiveness tends to hurt you more often than being one hundred percent sure of the actions you’re about to do.
Talking to a police officer
Imagine this, you were driving at the required speed, and suddenly, a police officer stops you. I’m pretty sure you’re thinking about what alibi you’re going to use.
Like a dream, talking to a police force member indicates possible conflict in your waking life. You might’ve experienced people confronting you about what you’ve said or done. But this time, it would be best to approach this situation, thinking about how you can handle it to defend your actions without making the situation any worse than it already was.
Stopped by a police officer
It would seem like the path that you’ve chosen doesn’t fit how you were expecting it to be. Being stopped by the police is an indication that you need to stop and start in a different lane. It could mean finding a new job and starting at a different level.
Police not helping you
Being in trouble in your dream while the police were only watching what was happening then it’s a clear representation of not getting the help you were asking. We’ve always experienced challenging situations in life, and frequently we are to rely on ourselves for support.
Sometimes, the reason for this is because you might’ve not been there for your friends when they needed you. It could be a reminder for you to get in touch with your friends and catch up. You might not know you might need their help someday, and they’d need yours.
Many people associate having dreams about seeing a police officer with upcoming adverse scenarios with being negative. Some people portray police officers as hostile since they’re always involved in regulating problems and troubles in the cities on most days.
Karen Hyman
Karen is a Psychic Medium, a Professional Astrologer, a Spiritual Advisor, and a Life Coach who has been in this career for 19+ years. She specializes in numerology, tarot and oracle cards, twin flames, love & relationships, zodiac, horoscope, dreams interpretation, and astrology. She aims to provide comfort and assurance using her abilities to offer answers to those who seek professional guidance. Read More About Karen Here.
