West dream meaning is explained below using 21 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Eric Ackroyd

(1) The wrest may symbolize death or decline; the end of a particular phase of your life.

(2) It may be a symbol of the descent of the conscious ego (the sun) into the unconscious. The dream may then be seen as an invitation to get (better) acquainted with the unconscious - hidden - parts of yourself.

See also Sunset.

(3) It may also stand for intuition - that is, unconscious modes of knowledge.

(4) If the west in the dream is the Western world or Western culture, it may symbolize the opposite of (3) above - namely, rational intelligence, or materialistic alienation from Nature.

Source: A Dictionary of Dream Symbols Author: Eric Ackroyd

Interpretation 2 — Ariadne Green

The west is where the sun sets, and it represents the emotional qualities of life.

The west may indicate the essential or authentic self and the child within.

It is the direction taken toward depth and the understanding of emotions.

If you are moving toward the west, you are ready for the introspection it takes to face and cope with your emotions.

(See Compass, Four directions.)

Source: Ariadne's Book of Dream Author: Ariadne Green

Interpretation 3 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 03-11-19-39-40-47

going, alone: exploring your possibilities, which are stil in a subconscious state.

with your family: union of light and darkness created by motherhood.

of the western part of the world: aggressive adventure to civilize their world.

traveling westward: exploration to build your dream.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days Author: Zolar

Interpretation 4 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

The direction of the west represents a need for introspection, connection to your intuition and depth, and to the element of water. You are moving toward the completion of a chapter in a relationship or project, or toward a wild adventure that will bring you fortune and fame.

See Water and Autumn.

Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

We associate the westerly direction with where the sun sets, so dreaming about the West could be alluding to the end of something (sunset) or to rest (after the sun goes down). In the United States, the west is traditionally associated with expansion and opportunity.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 6 — Garuda

Depth Psychology: This direction of the compass is a symbol for the connection between light and dark, body and spirit, consciousness and unconsciousness. What happened when you looked toward the West? What did you see? See Four Corners of the Compass.
Source: Dreamers Dictionary Author: Garuda

Interpretation 7 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: We may be looking towards a time of rest and reward.

The magical element associated with the west is water and the colour is blue. These significances will often reveal themselves initially in dreams.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 8 — Versatile - Anonymous

The west in spiritual terms, from ancient times has suggested autumn, a time for harvesting.

The archangel is gabriel, keeper of wisdom. Consulting the entries for colour, elements, harvest and water will provide additional information.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 9 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: Specifically dreaming of the west indicates that we are looking at the sensitive creative side of ourselves. We link with the flow of life and the wisdom of experience.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 10 — Martha Clarke

This represents rest and the fall of twilight, which announces peace and tranquility. This dream urges you to relax and get over the problems you are going through. (See CROSS)
Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 11 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. The desire to succeed (“go west, young man”) but it also applies to females.

2. The end of something.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 12 — Tony Crisp

Where the sun sets—death or the end of something; physical life; down-to-earth self.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 13 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

A long journey is predicted in a dream featuring the west or westerly direction.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 14 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

To dream of places in the far West, or on the side, sign of a coming journey.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 15 — Vincent Wienand

1. Grace;

2. Death;

3. Last;

4. Conformed; Exodus 10:19. Psalm 103:12

Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 16 — Betty Bethards

Exploration, adventure, unconscious or unknown aspects of self.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 17 — Vincent Wienand

See Direction and Season metaphors.
Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 18 — Patrica Telesco

(see Directions, Locations)
Source: The Language of Dreams Author: Patrica Telesco

Interpretation 19 — Margaret Hamilton

Facing the sunset, i.E. Closure
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 20 — Tyler Wolfe

(see directions)
Source: Christian Dream Symbols Author: Tyler Wolfe

Interpretation 21 — Pamela Ball

see Position
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball