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Animals

Dreaming of
Cockroaches

Resilience, filth, or hidden problems.

In-Depth Analysis

Cockroaches are survivors. They hide in the dark and multiply. Dreaming of them suggests there are unclean thoughts or hidden problems in your life that you are afraid to uncover. They also represent resilience—problems that just won't die.

Jungian Archetype

The Shadow (Unclean)

From a Jungian perspective, this symbol connects to the collective unconscious, representing universal patterns of human experience found in myths and stories across cultures.

Cultural Context

"Universally reviled as pests, but biologically respected for their survival skills."

Common Scenarios

Cockroaches scattering

You are trying to hide your bad habits or secrets from the light.

Infestation

Your mind is cluttered with negative thoughts or anxiety.

Killing a cockroach

You are trying to 'clean up' your life or eliminate a persistent problem.

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