To dream of a sailboat is to be complacent However, if it is in stormy seas, then you are going to find yourself extremely busy.

A sailboat is also a means of transport and, as such, should be considered as another form of symbolizing spiritual progression. It would be of a lighter, almost dilettante form.

A steamship, another method of transportation, would be a slow but steady form.

A lifeboat is not transportation per se. so it may symbolize a need to escape; trying to get out of a difficult situation. See also individual boat types... Gypsy Dream Dictionary

Boats represent our attitude to death and ‘the final journey’. They can also represent fertility and adventure and in antiquity were seen as the bearers of gods and kings.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

Psychological / emotional perspective: To dream of being alone in a small boat means we need to consider how we handle isolation and the ability to be alone.

To dream of being on a large ship alerts us to how we handle group relationships.

To dream of missing a boat is often the dream of a perfectionist who fears missing chances or opportunities.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

Material aspects: To dream about a boat or a ship very often indicates how we cope with both our own emotions and those of others. It may well represent how we navigate our way through life and whether we feel that we are in control of our lives. You may also like to consult the entries for journey and transport.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

Creative thoughts that “keep you afloat”. ... Expansions Dream Dictionary

If you dream that you are sailing, and that the water is smooth, it indicates some fortunate business, or happiness in married life.

If the water is rough, then you will have to face many difficulties.

If you fall into the water, then your troubles will prove too much for you.... Mystic Dream Book

Vision: A boat ride is an indication that you arc not pursuing your goals forcefully enough. Dreaming about passing through a narrow spot means that you need to concentrate, pay more attention. Dreaming about two people riding in the boat may be a sign that a relationship is becoming too restricting, or that an emotional impasse needs attention so that both people in the boat can reach the shore.... Dreamers Dictionary

Seen in a clear stream, a dream of happiness; to see one sink indicates disappointment; to fall from one, great dangers; to sail on smooth water, happiness and prosperity; on muddy water, trouble (Raphael). Here the symbolism requires no explanation. Bayley, however, says that the original meaning of the word bateau, or boat, is derived from the word beatus, or happy.... The Fabric of Dream

Our journey through the seas of life and how we meet the rough and smooth experiences, as with following example.

The dream occurred a few weeks before a break­down centering on the dreamer’s wife leaving him. ‘I am in a large glass boat with my wife.

The sea is very rough and I am afraid the boat will sink’ (Ron D).

Many boat/ship dreams depict something else: a situation we are involved in with other people which is difficult to get out of, such as marriage, business partnership, armed forces. Keel: basic personal strengths. Bows: one’s strength to meet life’s changes. Rudder: sureness about direction in life.

The ship sinking : fear of relationship ending—could be children leaving mother, so the collective ‘boat journey’ has finished; illness; death. Leaving boat but leaving bag on it: lack of identity, alone—perhaps when children have gone or job ended. Lots of small boats: other people’s relationships. Small boat with one other person: one’s relationship with that per­son. Going on a cruise: desiring relationship with others, or to be a pan of other people’s lives. Boat journey by night: classic archetype of searching for one’s roots in life; the journey into the unconscious. Anchored boat: security; stable relationship; opposite of drifting. Motorboat: similar to car, but more sense of isolation or aloneness. Ferryboat: if across a river, death, end of a relationship; transition from one phase of life to another. Disembarking: leaving a phase of life, such as moth­erhood or marriage. Embarking alone: independence or lone­liness. Idioms: burn one’s boats; in the same boat; miss the boat; rock the boat; ships that pass in the night; ship comes in; a tight ship. See submarine. ... A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences

also see Journeys

1- To dream about a boat or a ship very often indicates how we cope with our own emotions and those of others. It may well represent how we navigate our way through life and whether we arc in control of our lives.

2- To dream of being alone in a small boat means we need to consider how we handle isolation and the ability to be alone.

To dream of being on a large ship alerts us to how we handle group relationships.

To dream of missing a boat is often the dream of a perfectionist who fears missing chances or opportunities.

3- Boats represent our attitude to death and ‘The Final Journey’. They can also represent fertility and adventure.... Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary

Vision: If you are crossing a raging river in a small boat: you are facing great difficulties right now, but things will get sorted out.

Depth Psychology: A small boat makes it possible for you to reach “the other side”—even if you have to depend on something or someone. Have you made reaching your goal more complicated than it has to be? Are you acting too slowly? See Boat, Ship, Yacht.... Dreamers Dictionary

Boats in our dreams ride on the waves and the surface of the subconscious, so they are connected to the emotional and creative currents of life.

An ocean liner, carrying a large cargo of people and often goods, may or may not make it to port in our dreams.

If it does, it would suggest that you will reap the riches you deserve.... Ariadne's Book of Dream

It will depend on what kind of boat is in the dream as to its interpretation.

A ferry or piloted boat holds all the symbolism of the journey across the river styx after death. Today it signifies the giving up of selfish desires. Having been able to do this, we may be ‘reborn’ into a better life, or way of living.

A small rowing boat would suggest an expedition of emotional discovery but one often undertaken alone.

A yacht might suggest a similar journey done with style, whereas a large ship would suggest creating new horizons but in the company of others. Early seafarers referred to their ships as ‘she’ largely, it is thought, because of the close dependence they had on them for life and because they were difficult to manage. Today ships have lost that personal association. What a boat does in the dream will have relevance as a reflection of our waking life, e.G. Running aground, pulling into harbour etc.

To dream of disembarking indicates the end of a project, successful or otherwise.

If we dream of missing a boat it shows we have not paid enough attention to detail to a project in our waking lives. Also consult the individual entry for boat / ship.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

(See Boat; Ship)... Islamic Dream Interpretation

(See Boat; Ship)... Islamic Dream Interpretation

(See Boat; Ship)... Islamic Dream Interpretation

A fishing boat may appear to recommend that you go out and drum up some business prospects. There are plenty olfish in the sea if you go out far enough... Ariadne's Book of Dream

A household that is temporarily in limbo, supported by the holy spirit; see “foundation” and “water”... Dream Dictionary Unlimited

To dream that you are on a houseboat, suggests that you are in a period of transition. You are experiencing personal changes and figuring out what kind of person you are going to become.... My Dream Interpretation

To dream of being in a life-boat, denotes escape from threatened evil.

To see a life-boat sinking, friends will contribute to your distress.

To be lost in a life-boat, you will be overcome with trouble, in which your friends will be included to some extent.

If you are saved, you will escape a great calamity. ... Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation

A dream prognosticating success at the last moment (Raphael). ... The Fabric of Dream

Saves one from drowning in their sea of troubles; see “lifeguard” and “boat”... Dream Dictionary Unlimited

1. Security, a backup plan.

2. Success over difficult or try­ing times, possibly great adversity.

3. A project or situation is seriously wrong.

4. Difficulties in the offing. ... New American Dream Dictionary

One way to extricate yourself from “oceanic emotions” and / or escape from the storms of life.... Little Giant Encyclopedia

also see Sea in Water

1- Dreaming of a lifeboat could indicate that we have the feeling that we need to be rescued, possibly from our own stupidity or from circumstances beyond our control.

If we are at the helm of a lifeboat we arc still in control of our own lives, but are perhaps aware that we need to offer assistance to someone else. Because die sea can represent deep emotion, in dreams a lifeboat may be of help in handling our own emotions.

2- Since a lifeboat requires a degree of dedication from the members of the crew, we may be alerted to the need for such selfless dedication in our lives. We may also be being made aware of the degree of skill we require to navigate life’s difficulties.

3- Spiritually we can only be ‘rescued’ by a greater knowledge and wisdom. There is always risk in undertaking a difficult task.... Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary

To be rescued by a lifeboat means you will gain a position of importance in your community... Gypsy Dream Dictionary

This wonderful vessel is an omen of contrary in a dream.

If you see it on shore, then expect difficulties ; if you watch it at sea, saving life, then all will be peaceful and quiet in your business affairs.... Mystic Dream Book

There is always risk in undertaking a difficult task. When we make mistakes or the risk is too great, spiritually we can only be ‘rescued’ by a greater knowledge and wisdom.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

Psychological / emotional perspective: Since a lifeboat requires a degree of dedication from the members of the crew, we may be alerted to the need for such selfless dedication in our lives. We may also be becoming aware of the degree of skill we require to navigate life’s difficulties. Because the sea can represent deep emotion, in dreams a lifeboat may be of help in learning to handle our own emotions.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

Material aspects: Dreaming of a lifeboat could indicate that we have the feeling that we need to be rescued, possibly from our own stupidity or from circumstances beyond our control.

If we are at the helm of a lifeboat we are still in control of our own lives, but are perhaps aware that we need to offer assistance to someone else. You might also like to consult the entries for boat / ship and sea in water.... Dream Meanings of Versatile

To dream of being in a lifeboat symbolizes a situation in which you will have to defend your reputation.... My Dream Interpretation

Vision: Looking at a mast: you have accomplished an enormous task and should be proud of yourself. You can start on a new project now.

If the mast is without sails: you still have hard work ahead before reaching the goal you have set for yourself.

A mast under sail means everything is going well. See Ship, Tree.

Depth Psychology: A mast is either a phallic symbol (and therefore about sexual desire) or a sign of a strong personality. You are walking with your head held high on a straight and narrow path. You won’t bend for anything.... Dreamers Dictionary

Moving powerfully through your emotional landscape. See Water, Ship.... Little Giant Encyclopedia

Vision: Dreaming about a motorboat means a fun-filled pleasure-trip in the near future. See Boat, Ship.... Dreamers Dictionary

To dream that you are in a rowboat with others, denotes that you will derive much pleasure from the companionship of gay and worldly persons.

If the boat is capsized, you will suffer financial losses by engaging in seductive enterprises.

If you find yourself defeated in a rowing race, you will lose favors to your rivals with your sweetheart.

If you are the victor, you will easily obtain supremacy with women. Your affairs will move agreeably. ... Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation

1. Feelings of pleasure in social settings with friends.

2. Business and opportunities for wealth (note condition of water and the boat). ... New American Dream Dictionary

Those who dream of winning a race in ft rowboat of any kind will be successful in their dealings with the opposite sex.

To be defeated augurs the loss of your sweetheart through a rival.... The Complete Dream Book

If the water is calm and the day or evening is fine, Lo dream of being in a rowboat predicts happy days to come.

If you have a pleasant companion of the opposite sex, the augury is especially good.... The Complete Dream Book

Dreams of a rowboat signify vulnerability in the sea of intimacy. This dream shows that you are courageous and willing to participate in working through your intimacy issues.

If you are in the boat alone, then you may be feeling that you are struggling all alone.

If you dream of sharing the boat with someone else, then you are working through your relationship challenges with someone.... Strangest Dream Explanations

Desire to get away from it all. ... New American Dream Dictionary

(See Ship)... Islamic Dream Interpretation

You are driven by intellect (the wind) and are carried by Water (emotions).... Little Giant Encyclopedia

Propelled by the wind, a sailboat may mennon to surrender to the elements or to a higher power. Thus, it may relate to your faith and trust in a higher power to move you safely to your destination in life.

The sail may represent the mind and the hull the body. When the two are perpendicular, it represents the balance of mind and body.... Ariadne's Book of Dream

See Boat.... Dreamers Dictionary

A whirlwind courtship and marriage will come to the man or maid who dreams of driving a speed boat.... The Complete Dream Book

Symbolizing skimming over the currents of life, riding on a speedboat may signify getting through some emotional issue quickly It could point to overcon fide nee.... Ariadne's Book of Dream

To dream of driving a speedboat is portentous of good tidings in relation to your material welfare.... The Complete Dream Book

Correctly channeling one’s emotions and turning them into positive action; see “boat”... Dream Dictionary Unlimited

Unexpected news from afar.... Gypsy Dream Dictionary

Laboriously struggling with opposing forces in order to get ahead; see “boat”... Dream Dictionary Unlimited

Being pulled by a tugboat in a dream may signify being rescued from an emotional issue or a confrontation, or ii may represent slow movement.... Ariadne's Book of Dream