A common dream situation is shaving, signifies repulsion, decay, death. Often this is interpreted as a sign of transition and change, refers to an end to a familial line.
If a person is shaved in a dream, it mean that they are changing or are ready to let go of old habits and beliefs, symbolises the of being a child. It also mean that the person wants to change their physical appearance, indicates spiritual enlightenment, relaxation and appreciation.
If a person dreams that they are shaving themselves, it mean that they are becoming more confident and concerned about their appearance and impact others cares, an evidence for your generosity.
However, if shaving is painful or uncomfortable, it indicate that the person is having difficulty accepting changes in their life or healing old wounds, suggests your fears and anger.
It is also important to note where the shaving takes place in the dream, a message for pent up anger and aggression. When it's in the facial area, it relate to the person's public perception and self-image, a sign for your desires to find perfect happiness. If it is in the intimate area, it indicate sexual issues or intimacy in relationships, a hint for a long spiritual journey where you need some support and guidance.
Shaving is a common daily activity that many people do, but it also appear in your dreams symbolically, signifies your ways.
Generally, dreaming of shaving indicates that the dreamer is trying to get rid of something negative or unwanted in their life, a signal for being framed for something you did not do. This thing a behavior, a habit, an emotion, or a relationship, a metaphor for luck and wealth. Shaving represents the act of removal or cutting away, which a way of purifying oneself or starting anew, an indication for old habits/ways of thinking. However, it also suggest that the dreamer is feeling vulnerable or exposed, as shaving leave one's skin feeling sensitive and unprotected, states a strong inspiration entering your life.
The different elements of the dream also provide clues to the meaning of shaving in the dream, indicates feelings of of control in making decisions. For example, shaving a beard or mustache indicate the dreamer is trying to change their appearance or persona, sadly a kind of cleansing or ridding of bad karma. Shaving legs or other body parts a sign of self-care or grooming, hints subconscious material that is coming to the surface. Dreaming of shaving someone else suggest a desire to control or change someone close to the dreamer, a portent for of pleasure.
In some religions or belief systems, shaving have specific meanings, a clue for something or some situation that you need to handle with care. For instance, in Islam, shaving the beard is discouraged for men as it is seen as a sign of vanity or trying to imitate women, hints some misunderstanding in a relationship. In Christianity, shaving associated with the idea of "cleansing the temple" or purifying one's body and soul, a premonition for wealth, pleasure and luxury. In some Native American cultures, shaving off hair connected to mourning or a rite of passage, perhaps you are behaving immaturely in some situation.
Different cultures have different attitudes towards shaving, and these attitudes reflected in dreams, a signal for aspects of yourself that you are rejecting. For instance, in some Western societies, shaving is associated with masculinity and grooming, a hint for reward, honor, for your achievements. In some Eastern cultures, such as China, shaving is often associated with traditional medicine and the belief that hair growth and body health are connected, expresses the need to get to the truth or core of something.
From a psychological perspective, dreaming of shaving related to the concept of transformation or change, denotes your desire for children or your nervousness about a pending birth. Shaving represent the shedding of old layers and the emergence of new ones, an indication for your work. It also be a sign of a desire for control, as the act of shaving involves precision and attention to detail, hints feelings. Alternatively, it represent a fear of losing control, as shaving involves the use of sharp objects near sensitive areas of the body, sadly a quality.
If you have dreamed of shaving, it helpful to reflect on your current life situation and identify any negative or unwanted elements that you trying to get rid of, your support. Alternatively, it a sign that you need to pay attention to your personal grooming and self-care, a symbol for nurturance and richness. You also want to explore your beliefs and cultural associations with shaving to gain a deeper understanding of the dream's meaning, refers to an attack on your masculinity if you are a male.
If the dreamer is shaving themselves, it represent a desire to get rid of unwanted or unnecessary things in their life, indicates your and the emotional and rational. It also indicate a need for a fresh start or a new beginning, states a birth (either an actual birth or birth of a new idea).
On the other hand, if someone else is shaving the dreamer, it suggest that the dreamer is feeling vulnerable or exposed, as they are being taken care of by someone else, refers to a split between your rational emotional thinking. It also mean that the dreamer is letting someone else take control of their life, draws attention to the annoyances in your life.
If the dreamer is experiencing difficulties or pain while shaving, it indicate that the dreamer is going through a difficult or painful process in their waking life, a portent for your raw emotions or immoral behaviors. They struggling to let go of something or having trouble moving on from a particular situation, a message for the that you are denying yourself in your life.
Taking care of yourself or attending to your needs physically, emotionally, mentally, or spiritually.
Paying attention to the way you present yourself to the world (your actions, words, demeanor, etc.).
Acknowledging what you’ve accomplished lately.
Getting rid of what you no longer need (such as letting go of stress or judgments).
Shaving off a mustache, beard, or hair completely can represent: freedom from whatever the hair represents to you; revealing yourself or an aspect of yourself; directness or authenticity; simplicity; neatness; a fresh start; a desire to return to a younger age (or a younger image); a perceived loss of masculinity or femininity, individuality, or freedom of self-expression.
For more clues, consider your feelings and motivation for shaving.
See also: Hair; Beard; Mustache
To shave yourself, foretells that you will govern your own business and dictate to your household, notwithstanding that the presence of a shrew may cause you quarrels.
If your face appears smooth, you will enjoy quiet, and your conduct will hot be questioned by your companions.
If old and rough, there will be many squalls or, the matrimonial sea.
If your razor is dull and pulls your face, you will give your friends cause to criticize your private life.
If your beard seems gray, you will be absolutely devoid of any sense of justice to those having claims upon you.
For a woman to see men shaving, foretells that her nature will become sullied by indulgence in gross pleasures.
If she dreams of being shaved, she will assume so much masculinity that men will turn from her in disgust.
To dream that someone else is shaving you, represents a loss of your independence. You are relying on others too much to get you through some difficult times. You need to build up your self-confidence and self-esteem.
If you see somebody else shaving in your dream, there is some conflict in your self-image. Perhaps the face you portray to others does not match who you really are inside. Also see “Shaving Cream”.
A woman who dreams of shaving should look to her conduct in the company of the opposite sex.
Shaving oneself represents the oneiric prediction of a major economic loss; shaving another person indicates marital bliss.
To cut yourself while shaving means you are going to lose money through your unwillingness to speculate.
If he is used to have short hair and sees himselfshaving his head in a dream, it means that he will pay a fine as an atonement.
If he sees his head shaved in the summertime, and if he is used to doing so, it means benefits, comfort, or recovering from a migraine headache.
If one sees his hair shaved during the winter in a dream, it means difficulties, adversities, penalties, or a sickness. Shaving one’s head in a dream also means paying one’s dues, appeasement of one’s fears, and success in one’s life. Shorteningone’s hair in a dream also means appeasing his fears.
If one is suffering from depression and he sees his head shaved in a dream, it means an end to his trouble, or payment of his debts. It also means abasement, disgrace, deception, or death.
If a soldier sees his head shaved in a dream, it means that he will lose his strength and esteem. Ifone sees himself chipping his hair in bits in a dream, it means that he will lose people’s respect. Shaving one’s head in a dream for someone who does not usually shave it also may mean an affliction or an illness.
If a woman sees her head shaved in a dream, it means divorce, or the death of her husband.
If she sees her hair sheared in a dream, it means confinement to her house.
If she sees her husband giving her a beautiful haircut and talking to her affectionately in a dream, it means spiritual growth, delivering a trust, or paying one’s debts. Trimming women’s hair in a dream means inability to conceive children. Cutting one’s hair in a dream means losing one’s strength. Shaving half of one’s beard in a dream means losing one’s source of income and dignity. Plucking out one’s facial hair in a dream is worst than shaving it, and particularly when hair louses up one’s face or attractiveness. Nevertheless, plucking out one’s facial hair in a dream also could depict amelioration of one’s condition or look. Shaving one’s backside or abdomen in a dream means paying one’s debts. Shaving, clipping, or adjusting one’s moustache in a dream means lighteningone’s burdens, though it also could represent a mishap. Ifa rich person sees himselfshaving his pubic hair or using a depilatory agent for that purpose in a dream, it means the loss of his wealth, or it could mean that he has overpaid for a property he has just purchased.
If a poor person sees that, it means that he will become financially solvent. Ifone sees himself shaving it with a razor blade, it represents benefits from one’s spouse.
(Also see Beard)
beard, having a thin: are unwil ing to share your potency with others.
red: wil be annoyed by creditors for debts you didn’t incur.
thick: wil make sufficient money on the edge and wil not be overdrawn.
being shaved by a barber: don’t buy the shares and stocks he suggests.
having completed: are guilty of molesting women with your gossip.
head of a man, the: losses in gambling.
nun: unprofitable ambitions, wel meant and wel received.
lathering before: wil solve a pressing problem by looking in the mirror.
neckline: don’t refuse the proposition, combine it with your ideas.
someone else is, you: do not rise to the bait, no matter how provoked.
woman dreaming of, under her arms: are liked by men because of a passion for travel.
legs: wil refuse a proposal without understanding its significance.
woman shaving a man: women give you the brush-off.
yourself: use succinct analysis in the difficulties ahead.