DREAM ABOUT ZEBRAS

Zebras are beautiful animals known for their distinctive striped pattern. There are many different symbol meanings associated with zebras, and many people even find that they relate to the zebra as a spirit animal or power animal totem.

What does it mean to dream of zebras?

We can find many different uses and meanings for the zebra as a symbol. Some examples of what it can mean to experience the symbols of the zebra in your life:

• rare and unique
• Free and wild
• Acceptance
• Community
• strength in numbers
• polarized thinking

In order to understand these different meanings, it is important to understand a little about the zebra animal and some of its natural instincts as an animal.

1. You are unique

Although perhaps not as rare as certain species, the most interesting thing about these animals is their characteristic black and white striping. Each zebra has a different and unique pattern. In many ways, its stripe pattern is a lot like fingerprints, each stripe is unique! When a zebra appears in a dream, it often means that you have to think about what traits about you are unique. What aspects of your life shape your personality, feelings, and beliefs into the unique individual that you are?

2. A strong sense of community

Yes, zebras can be very unique, but that doesn’t mean they’re loners. You will very rarely see a zebra alone in the wild, and this is because they rely heavily on their herd for survival. They live in the wild plains of Africa, so they must be able to adapt quickly and stick together to avoid becoming dinner for a hungry lion. Zebras are very communal.

For them, being accepted and part of their group is necessary to survive. They know that they have very little chance of surviving on their own, it really takes everyone working together to protect themselves from predators.

Often when the zebra symbol appears in a dream, it means that we need to find others with whom we can share our lives. No man is an island, no matter how independent a person may be. Having a strong social network or sense of belonging with others can help us foster healthy habits in our lives.

If you notice a herd of zebras in your dream, or seem to feel like a zebra lost away from its herd, this could be a sign that you need to work on connecting with others. You may want to spend some time thinking about the kinds of people you most enjoy being with and how you can help others succeed in life. If you feel unsuccessful or struggling with certain issues in life, it could mean it’s time to reach out to a community of others for support and strength.

3. Embrace freedom

Just because zebras work together in a community doesn’t mean they will be overpowered. These animals are really a symbol of being wild and free. Although zebras closely resemble horses, they are not good candidates for taming. Many people have tried for thousands of years to train and tame the zebra as a pet, but it is not easy to do. If they were easy to tame, we can be sure that we would have many, since they are very beautiful and majestic animals.

The message here is that these animals are wild and free. They don’t want to settle down, nor do they want other people telling them what to do. If you dreamed of a zebra or suddenly see images of zebras appearing everywhere, ask yourself: Do I feel limited? Do I long to be free? Could I use a little more craziness in my life?

4. Polarized thinking: Seeing everything as black and white

You may have noticed that some of these symbol meanings we’ve shared so far seem totally opposite. How can you be wild and free but still rely on a sense of community? How can you be weird and unique if you have to be with other people? This is really where the beauty and wisdom of the zebra’s message comes to light. Seeing things as opposites, or thinking that you can only have one or the other often means that you are polarized in your thinking.

There is an expression, seeing things as black and white. You only see the good or the bad in a situation, and it can be hard to understand that you can have both black and white together, not to mention all the other millions of shades in between! Polarized thinking can lead to many problems in life, from rash decisions to unpredictable mood swings. Being able to see past the duality of one thing against another can help you make some serious progress.

5. Overcome limiting beliefs

The zebra, as a spirit animal and symbol of dreams, wants to help overcome limiting beliefs. The zebra challenges you to look at things differently and explore other possible solutions or belief systems. When hundreds of these animals herd together, it can create quite an interesting sight across the plains of Africa. The zig-zag black and white stripes can cause an optical illusion, similar to experiencing a mirage in the desert.

When we see a large herd of zebras, it can often be here to help us overcome some very limiting beliefs. Although it is not comfortable to face the feelings that prevent us from achieving achievements and successes in life, with a zebra as a power animal you will certainly have faith that it is more possible than ever!

Common Examples of Zebra Symbolism in Dreams

Sometimes it helps to read about specific cases related to the different ways a zebra can appear in a dream or even as a symbol of a spirit animal in our daily waking lives.

• Dreaming of a zebra in a herd: This usually means that you long for a sense of acceptance in a community. This could be a sign in your dream that it is time to reach out to others with similar interests and make new connections.
• Dreaming of a Mother Zebra and Baby: Baby zebras in dreams often mean that they are full of new hope and encouragement. You may be forming new friendships or thinking about how to find a balance between your individual needs and the needs of someone else. Sometimes this can be a sign that there is a limiting belief from childhood that you need to address.
• Dreaming of seeing a zebra drinking:  In this dream symbol, it can mean that you are looking for ways to overcome limiting emotions. You may be trying to find ways to nurture your independence and uniqueness. Pay attention in the dream to other symbols to understand what other things this may belong to.
• Dreaming of zebras being chased as prey: Zebras are sadly a very popular meal for their predators on the African plains, such as lions and hyenas. If you dream of chasing a zebra, or of zebras being chased, or even of you chasing a zebra, it may be helpful to explore the dream meaning of being chased . This can often mean that you may feel that your independence or freedom is being threatened.