Shrink dream meaning is explained below using 10 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Pamela Ball

also see Analyst

1- In dreams, to shrink is to have a desire to return to childhood, or to a smaller space in order to be looked after. In everyday life we may be aware of losing face or of feeling small and this can be translated in dreams as shrinking.

To see something - or somebody - shrink can indicate that it is losing its or their power over us.

2- Psychologically we can learn to handle who we arc by recognising both how necessarv, and also how small, we are in the general scheme of things.

The latter can be accompanied in dreaming by a feeling of shrinking. We therefore become less threatening to ourselves and others.

3- Following the psychological recognition of our smallness, we equally can become aware of the sense of belonging to a much greater cosmic whole. This is represented in dreams by a feeling of shrinking.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 2 — Tony Crisp

dreamer or people shrink: return to a childhood feeling state or point of view; losing face or feeling ‘small’. Other things shrink: they are becoming less threatening or interesting or play less important pan in one’s life; are seen as connected with the unconscious, aspects of which are often seen as of little’ significance, yet are full of the son of power which motivates or undermines our resolves.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 3 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: In dreams, to shrink is to have a desire to return to childhood, or to a smaller space in order to be looked after. In everyday life we may be aware of losing face or of feeling small and this can be translated in dreams as shrinking.

To see something – or somebody – shrink can indicate that it is losing its power over us.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 4 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

If we dream about shrinking, perhaps the dream relates to our childhood. Alternatively, maybe we are “feeling small.” When other things shrink, it may be a representation that they are playing a smaller role in our life than formerly. We also sometimes refer to shy people as “shrinking violets,” and to psychiatrists as “shrinks.” (See also Little, Small).
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 5 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: Psychologically we can learn to handle who we are by recognizing both how necessary and also how small we are in the general scheme of things.

The latter can be accompanied in dreaming by a feeling of shrinking. We therefore become less threatening to ourselves and others.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 6 — Versatile - Anonymous

Following the psychological recognition of our smallness, we equally can become aware of the sense of belonging to a much greater cosmic whole. This is represented in dreams by a feeling of shrinking. Consult the entries for analyst and size for further information.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 7 — Martha Clarke

When you cringe in dreams it is interpreted as the fear of facing reality or the desire to become small to the point of invisibility so you can avoid reporting to anyone.

It is the fear of failure or making commitments that imply responsibility.

Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams • Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 8 — myjellybean

To dream that you are shrinking, suggests that you lack self-confidence. You may also feel embarrassed about some situation. Also see “Small”.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 9 — Betty Bethards

Something is losing importance, power; deflated image of self. To eliminate the weight of fears, concerns, by shrinking them down to size.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 10 — Margaret Hamilton

To lessen in influence, power, etc.; Research whatever is shrinking
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton