For instance, an imp as an opponent might mean that we will have to deal with minor irritations first.
Opponent / oppose Dream Interpretation
Material aspects: In mundane terms, any conflict in waking life could manifest as a personalized opponent or as opposition in dreams. How that opponent presents itself will often give us the information we need to deal with the problem.
[1]Opponent / oppose Dream Meaning
An opponent in dreams, from a spiritual perspective, is that part of us that is not co-operating in the grand scheme of things and is, therefore, introducing an element of negativity.
[2]It is also, as we become more aware, negative elements, which we may be required to confront and overcome, or at worst understand, before there can be progress.
Opponent / oppose Dream Interpretation
Psychological / emotional perspective: When we find ourselves opposed to someone in dreams, we often have some kind of emotional difficulty, which prevents us from understanding a conflict within ourselves. Once identified, we are able to resolve our problem in waking life.
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