Puppet
Puppet Dream Meaning
Expert Dream Interpretation
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Puppet dream meaning is explained below using
18 different sources.
Each interpretation is shown with its source.
Interpretation 1 — Pamela Ball
1- When a puppet appears in a dream there is perhaps a sense of being able to manipulate circumstances or people around us.
A puppet can also represent the more mechanical processes of our being, those activities which go on automatically in the background.
2- If someone else is working the puppet, we may feci that we are being manipulated. It would be wise to look at how we are co-operating in everyday life in becoming a victim.
If the puppet is manipulating us we have become aware that bureaucracy is causing us difficulty. What should be working for us has, in fact, turned into some kind of a manipulator.
3- At certain stages of development, we can become aware that we are powerless without a spiritually motivating force behind us. We arc like puppets in the greater scheme of things.
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball
Interpretation 2 — Klaus Vollmar
Numb, childish, dependent, insensitive
(a child projecting its psyche on the puppet).
It is important to look at how these symbols are connected. They may point to a rediscovery of childlike emotions, or to the necessity to say good-bye to them.
If you are the puppet, you see yourself as without a soul, as only a pretty plaything.
Until the late Middle Ages, the puppet was considered a defense against evil ghosts or as possessing magical powers. Such beliefs are still mirrored in the practice of having mascots.
Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia • Author: Klaus Vollmar
Interpretation 3 — Martha Clarke
Puppets have a dual symbolism of opposite meanings. On the one hand, the inconsistency of character, lack of initiative, and inability to make one’s own decisions. On the other, the power and the ability to pull the strings, that is, to make others to act under your orders. It’s not a positive dream because it shows situations which are not clear or desirable.
The omens of this dream portend happiness thanks to your ability to organize people. To make a puppet dance promises good business and great profit.
Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams • Author: Martha Clarke
Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous
Material aspects: If someone else is working the puppet, we may feel that we are being manipulated. It would be wise to look at how we are co-operating in everyday life in becoming a victim.
If the puppet is manipulating us we have become aware that bureaucracy is causing us difficulty. What should be working for us has, in fact, turned into some kind of manipulation.
The entry for toys may give further clarification.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 5 — Garuda
Depth Psychology: Puppets usually represent dependence—on other people, substances, sex, etc. Sometimes they indicate the negative influences and control that you feel others have over you. Do you feel like a marionette? Are you known to pull “strings” to manipulate others? In either case, you need to make some changes! See Thread.
Source: Dreamers Dictionary • Author: Garuda
Interpretation 6 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous
Dreams of a puppet denote that you’ve been abdicating your power, or that you have been abusing it.
If you are feeling powerless, manipulated or used, then this dream is a message to cut the strings that bind you and take the authority for your life back.
If you are the puppeteer, you are realizing your powers of manipulation.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous
Interpretation 7 — Dr. Mıchael Lennox
A puppet is usually the figure of a human being that is manipulated by the puppet master to do his or her bidding. In this way, a puppet symbolizes being forced or coerced into choices that may not be authentic or true to you.
If you are the puppeteer in your dream, look to where you are using manipulation to get your needs met.
Source: Complete Dictionary of Dreams • Author: Dr. Mıchael Lennox
Interpretation 8 — Versatile - Anonymous
Psychological / emotional perspective: When a puppet appears in a dream there is perhaps a sense of being able to manipulate circumstances or people around us.
A puppet can also represent the more mechanical processes of our being, those activities that go on automatically in the background.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 9 — Nancy Wagaman
Someone or something you consider powerless or unempowered, perhaps who lets others speak for them or make decisions for them.
Childhood.
Perceived childishness.
Imagination, playfulness, or creativity.
Something or someone you consider to be a fake or a mock-up.
See Toy, Machine or Robot, Doll
Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman
Interpretation 10 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
These dolls featured in your dream are a sign that you are worried about being controlled by outside influences—or repressed fears —which are preventing your progress and/or enjoyment in life.
Professional counseling would be likely to help you resolve your conflict
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
Interpretation 11 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver
A puppet can be a toy or it can be entertainment.
A dream puppet is often a straightforward representation of someone who is being manipulated by someone else. Perhaps we feel powerless, or perhaps we feel like we are a “puppet” of our addictions.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver
Interpretation 12 — Versatile - Anonymous
At certain stages of development, we can become aware that we are powerless without a spiritually motivating force behind us. We are like puppets in the greater scheme of things.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 13 — myjellybean
If you dream of puppets, you are worried about being controlled by outside influences - or repressed fears - which are preventing your progress or enjoyment in life.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean
Interpretation 14 — Betty Bethards
Allowing others to manipulate you; giving away power.
If you are working the puppet, you are trying to control and manipulate others.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards
Interpretation 15 — Tony Crisp
Manipulation or feeling manipulated; feeling powerless against what feels like an external influence—the power of alcohol and drugs.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp
Interpretation 16 — Tyler Wolfe
Symbolic of someone who is controlled by other people or by demonic influences, Jer. 2:8
Source: Christian Dream Symbols • Author: Tyler Wolfe
Interpretation 17 — Margaret Hamilton
One who is controlled by others; see “bound”
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton
Interpretation 18 — Ella Freeman Sharpe
See Mask.
Source: Psycho Dream Interpretation • Author: Ella Freeman Sharpe