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17 Meanings When You Dream About “Getting Shot”

Did you recently dream of getting shot? Or do you frequently dream of it? This dream can signify there’s a pain in your heart, of a betrayal, injustice, or you’re not very trusting of people around you, or they might have given you reasons not to.

Dreaming about getting shot can be interpreted in different ways, depending upon your dream setting, the person who shot you, or just the circumstance that you are in your life right now.

Luckily, we’ve done all the hard work for you. In this post, we’ve covered 17 dreams about getting shot and their interpretations. Let’s get started!

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Common Dreams About Getting Shot and Their Interpretations

Now, let’s get straight into some common dream scenarios of one getting shot and discuss what each of them means. We’ll start the list with a dream where a stranger shoots you.

1. Dream where a stranger shoots you:

If you’re frequently dreaming of a stranger shooting you, it’s time for you to be wary of people around you.

Tension might have arisen in the workplace or your educational institution, where some of your ‘so-called’ friends or colleagues are most probably plotting your downfall or busy tarnishing your name.

Seeing this dream indicates that you must be careful about boosting your success in front of others and focus more on your modesty and communication skills.

2. Dreaming of your partner shooting you:

The dream where your love shoots you can be interpreted as the emotional turmoil your relationship with them is going through. You might be feeling emotionally detached or believe that your partner doesn’t love you as they did before.

It can symbolize the real hurt that you might have gone through in the relationship. Recent infidelity or betrayal of trust by your partner might lead you to have such dreams.

In short, dreaming of your partner shooting you means that your relationship is on the rocks, and you might want to talk your feelings out to your partner before it’s too late.

3. Dream of being shot by a friend:

Like any other relationship, friendship is also built on love and trust. But if you’re dreaming of getting shot by a friend, it clearly indicates there’s some sort of negative tension between you and your friend.

You might be having a hard time trusting them or forgiving them for something that hurt you deeply. It can also be an outcome of miscommunication. So, it is best to share any doubts you’re having with your friend if you feel the friendship is genuine and valuable.

4. Dream where you’re being shot from a distance:

Dreaming of being shot from a distance indicates that you’re not taking important actions in your life because of fear of failure.

It means that your self-confidence is not in the best shape at the moment, and you’re having irrational fears despite incredibly working hard for the task. If that’s the case, you must remember what you’re worthy and capable of and not let any such fear stop you from getting what you want in life.

Another interpretation of getting shot from a distance in the dream is that you experienced something overwhelming in life that you didn’t anticipate and are having a hard time accepting reality.

5. Dreaming of somebody shooting you from the above:

This dream means that someone new is soon going to make an entry into your life, as a friend or a colleague. However, that’s not good news, as this new person is going to bring a lot of negativity and trouble to your life.

So, if you see this warning dream quite often and you’ve recently met someone new, who displays a lot of toxic traits, cut them off immediately. Trying to foster a relationship with them would be a futile effort.

6. Dream of being shot at home:

Many of us feel our home is our safe haven, a secure and protective place for us to spend our lives with family, friends, or loved ones. So, dreaming of being shot at home undoubtedly is a nightmare.

This dream means that you’re feeling low and vulnerable, and you don’t feel there’s any place on Earth to make you feel safe. If you’ve been a victim of some sort of terror or violence in the past, the trauma might have left a lasting imprint on you, which you’re not able to get rid of.

Avoid toxic people who constantly remind you of the trauma or who are actually inflicting violence on you. And if it doesn’t get better, seek help from your friends, family, or experts in order to heal yourself.

7. Dreaming of getting shot in a battleground:

It’s a common saying that the human mind is a constant battleground. Past experiences and memories, be they positive or negative, often make a visit to our mind now and then.

If you often dream of being shot at war, it’s an indication that your mind is in a constant fight with certain past experiences that you’d like to get rid of. However, you’re having difficulties eliminating the negative memory from the root.

8. Dream where you died after being shot:

Dreaming about death can be traumatic. You might wake up in the middle of the night worrying if anything might actually happen to you. However, let us tell you the good news; dreaming about dying after being shot is a positive omen.

It indicates that you’ll finish all your due tasks and projects on time, and everything will go as smooth as you anticipated. It further means that you’ll be able to resolve old conflicts and maintain a smooth and loving relationship with people around you.

9. Dream where you got shot and wounded:

Life’s not always fair, and dreaming of being shot and wounded is an indication that you might soon fall victim to some sort of injustice. The worst part is that you might not be able to fight back despite being aware of the unfairness.

Likewise, dreaming of being shot and wounded might also mean that your partner might cheat on you. It is obviously unethical to pry on your partner’s steps and actions. However, if this dream is recurrent, it is best to be aware of any signs of cheating.

10. Dreaming of somebody shooting you in the back:

Plotting against or slandering someone behind their back is something a coward would do. People resort to such options only when they don’t feel bold enough to confront the person directly.

So, if you dream of being shot on the back, you have doubts that somebody might be plotting for your downfall behind your back. The person most probably is someone vindictive.

So, if you have someone in your mind who you’ve offended or done wrong to, you may want to clear the air before things go out of hand.

11. Dream where you dodge the bullet successfully:

In the case you dodged the bullet shot at you in the dream successfully, it assures that you have the ability to escape any harrowing situation in your real life.

On the other hand, seeing such dreams might also symbolize that you might be feeling guilty that someone close to you is suffering while you aren’t, as you were protected from the misfortune. This type of guilt is called survivor’s guilt.

12. Dreaming of somebody shooting you in the chest:

Being shot in the chest, especially if it hits the heart, is a fatal situation. Dreaming of this scenario means that you’re going through a majorly serious problem in your life that, if not addressed in time, leads to dangerous outcomes.

Being shot in the chest in a dream can also mean that you’re grieving your broken heart. It might be due to the loss of someone special to you, betrayal, or just because your life is going through overwhelming hurdles that you’re finding difficult to tackle.

Such dreams also indicate that you’re feeling lonely in real life and in desperate need of a support system to lean on. However, most of your grievances are most likely to be coming from your close circles and acquaintances.

13. Dreaming of being shot in the neck:

If you dream of being shot in the neck, it is definitely not a good sign. It indicates that you’re having a hard time making a decision because your brain and heart are not agreeing with each other.

Even if you know what to do and how to do it, you will most likely have a hard time implementing the idea because you’re afraid that your gut instincts are wrong. In most cases, the person shooting you in the neck in your dream is the one who is responsible for such a distressing situation in your waking life.

14. Dreaming of being shot in the stomach:

Dreaming of being shot in the stomach is a wake-up call for you to introspect. Make sure you’re aware of your strengths and capabilities and if you’re utilizing them to the fullest to achieve your desires in your real life.

If you’re wasting your time on unproductive ideas and actions, it’s time for you to go back on track. This dream is telling you to observe yourself, learn ways to sharpen your skills, as well as to get rid of your weaknesses.

15. Dream where you were robbed before being shot:

Dreaming of being robbed and shot can mean a lot of things. One thing is for sure that you’re feeling defeated and hopeless.

If, in the dream, you silently handed over your belongings to the robber and still ended up being shot, it means that some person in real life is holding anger against you and acting vindictive for silly reasons.

However, if you fight back against the robber instead of being complicit, it indicates that you’re willing to stand up for yourself, whatever the consequences.

On the other hand, if the item you fought for was insignificant, the dream is signaling that something of negligible value is holding you back in your life. If that’s the case, you should realize that you’re powerful enough to defeat the situation and move ahead in your life.

16. Dream of getting shot with an arrow:

If someone shoots you with an arrow instead of a gun, it means that you need to become more invested in your love life. It would be best if you introspected your emotions and feelings regarding your partner and mend bitter feelings and differences if there are any.

Listen to your heart and give more love and attention to your partner. With time, work stress or life problems, in general, might give rise to tensions in romantic relationships.

So, if you dream of being shot by an arrow, it’s time to strengthen your physical as well as emotional compatibility with your partner.

17. Dream of getting shot with multiple arrows:

Seeing a dream of being shot by multiple arrows is a signal that various emotions are boiling within you. The emotions needn’t necessarily be towards one person or of a singular type.

In short, you’re suffering through a confounding mixture of emotions within you, and you should sort them out before it overwhelms you. It’s time for you to take care of your emotional health, stand up for yourself, and let go of all the burdens that are holding you back.

Summary

A dream of being shot can be terrifying. It might wake you instantly with a rapid heartbeat and sweat all over your body.

While most of these dreams can be interpreted as a negative signal, it surely doesn’t mean that you’re actually going to be shot. And what’s more, these negative energies and circumstances can be easily defeated; you just need the right mindset and willpower to do so.

So, if you’re on the internet, in the middle of the night searching for a dreaming interpretation of being shot, we’d recommend you be calm, drink some water, think of something positive that fills your heart and complete your sleep.

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25 thoughts on “17 Meanings When You Dream About “Getting Shot””

  1. i dreamed that these 2 men looking for me found me while i was trying to hide from them, i actually saw what they look like as well as the guns. they shot me twice on my side. of course there is more to this dream. i dont know these people.

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  2. My dream felt too real. My sister and I were in the car. I was in the passenger side and she was driving. I was playing music from my phone and she tried to disconnect it because our mother was calling. I remember catching an attitude with her until I saw an undercover cop car in front of us speed off a bit. The undercover cop looked through his rear mirror then slammed on the breaks. I remember getting scared because I thought we would get a ticket. Instead he jumped out the car and yelled on the radio that a suspect with an open firearm was across the street. Shots were firing. Me and my sister ran and even though she was clearly terrified she put me towards safety first. While hiding she shakily said that the shooter was coming towards us. We both ran again and could hear more shots being fired towards us. I woke up sad and anxious. I always argue with my older sister. This dream made me send her a text to make sure she was ok.

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  3. wow that’s hella creepy I have a pain in my heart thx for letting me understand but I was shot three times with a pistol and I didn’t die or feel any pain.

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  4. My best friend called me and said she dreamed of me being shot.in my head, my chest, and my back what does it mean when a friend dreams this? Am.i going to die?

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  5. 8 and 10 – getting shot in the back while taking care of the horses out in the pasture and dying right in front of them. It really hurt, I can remember, and I was gasping for air, grabbing at one of the horses while they panicked and ran around. I remember hearing them whinny and this uncomfortable, warm feeling on the right side of my lower back, just above the underwear line. I didn’t cry, I just lied there, too shocked to say anything, and I couldn’t – I was in so much pain and I could smell the distant scent of horse poop. I do remember closing my eyes and the last thing I remember was hearing a car door slam and someone saying something in the distance.

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  6. i had a dream for 10 years about me getting murder, but there’s this one dream that i keep dreaming about that’s everyone i know is around me and holding a gun and i don’t know why and I’m talking saying what’s going on and then my mom shots and then my dad and it keeps going and till the end of the line and then i finally die and wake up and when i do i can feel the pain each time i got shot

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  7. I had a dream I was in the bank and 2 robbers came in and I was an innocent bystander ( so I thought) while I was going around trying to find help from a doctor , a sheriff said he watched the video at bank and the guy walked right up to me and shot me and left. No bank robbing was performed. So most my dream I was running around trying to find a doctor to sew up my bullet hole (that wasn’t bleeding) but kept making me lie down so I guess it was hurting. But one of the main parts I remember is my boyfriend didn’t care that I was shot. 🥺

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  8. I dreamt of being shot by a little child ,..pls what is the meaning of the dream . And also in the dream i also shot two little children.

    Thank you .

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  9. I have been having this dream for a while now I can’t figure out what it means. I can’t remember the full dream, but I know it would just start as a random dream, nothing weird or strange. I don’t know who shoots me or where I get shot, but I fall to the grown and wake up hearing the gunshot. The first couple of times I thought it was coming from downstairs, but when I got down there and asked my parents about it they told me that it was just a dream and I should go back to bed. I have been having this dream for half a year now once a week. sometimes I’m to scared to go to sleep.

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  10. I dreamed a man befriended me and ask me out on a date and said my whole name. I ask him how’d he know my name. He said I’ll show you. He took me to a room and shot me. I died. What!? Glad to hear being shot is a good omen.

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  11. I had a dream of getting shot with Like a machine gun the bullets were shot up into the air and then Pombal down and myself and the shooter were killed what does that mean and it was somebody I know

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    • What does it mean when u think u know the shooter n they shot your husband n shoots at me n gets me in shoulder close to the neck n tells me your going to okay . But your husband going to die. I don’t understand this strange dream

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  12. Good morning, I have a dream were me and my two children was down the road where I use to live I saw a black car stop at my foot.when saw the person wan down the window and I realize what was happening I aturn to run and the person shot me in back I ran in a farm field and it’s like I was going to die then I wake up

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  13. So, I was pulling into a convenient store parking lot and the parking was tight, you know how they get. Also, the parking area to the store was almost double what we usually get. Anyway, was trying to squeeze in and had to back up to get realigned. As I backed up, i barely touched another car trying to park with my rear bumper. I quickly put it back into drive and parked, thinking “hope I didnt do too much damage”. As i put my car in park, a dude comes to my window as I am rolling the window up. I saw he had a gun. I am already freaking out and this guy looks really pissed. For what though, a little dent? He was huffing and puffing, sweat pouring down his face. I get out and shut the door, he pushes me against the door and puts what I think is a .45 right against my sternum. He holds me in place with his left hand and focuses on his gun against me. BAM BAM BAM BAM BAM, five shots in the sternum. I look down and see blood seeping out through my white tshirt. He runs off and I stumble towards the store. I know I am about to die and start thinking “who here can save me”? I wake up before I hit the ground.

    According to this article……Being shot in the chest, especially if it hits the heart, is a fatal situation. Dreaming of this scenario means that you’re going through a majorly serious problem in your life that, if not addressed in time, leads to dangerous outcomes.

    Being shot in the chest in a dream can also mean that you’re grieving your broken heart. It might be due to the loss of someone special to you, betrayal, or just because your life is going through overwhelming hurdles that you’re finding difficult to tackle.

    Such dreams also indicate that you’re feeling lonely in real life and in desperate need of a support system to lean on. However, most of your grievances are most likely to be coming from your close circles and acquaintances.

    The only interpretation I can figure is that I am about to tell my wife I want a divorce. Our love is gone and I have been feeling lonely. I am just tired of my life and want out. I am guilty of looking elsewhere to find that support.

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  14. What about getting shot by someone you know but he is nomre like he has passed away long time ago and he was my friend

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  15. why did i just dream i was hanging out at a house it was at night and i heard a gunshot blast at first i thought it was farther away but then it happenedagain and was closer so i got on the floor and as i looked up i heard another shot and then one last shot and as i heard it and was looking up as i heard the past shot the window had shattered and the top part of my head was hit by a few of the pellets from the shotgun and i just slumped back down and i knew i had been shot but i couldnt move and i knew at that moment i was seconds from being dead it was ovver i couldnt move and everything started to immediatelylook like i was staringthrough frosted glass

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  16. I am 16 and I had a dream about my mom getting shot in the head a little while ago and it scared me considering I’ve never met my mom!

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  17. I have had various dreams of diffrent ways I die getting shot, 1 in particular that was recebt has troubled me much more than they usaldo tho because I’ve been having these dreams since I was 16 I’m 28 now. Recently in this dream I didn’t get shot but I was on the floor half sitting half laying on my back and I was scooting around looking up at these two guys I knew in high-school. There where two ppl dead in the room with me I want to say it was my brother’s but I’m not sure can’t remember, but I was so terrified that I was scooting around begging for my life, telling them “please don’t do this” crying and trembling and saying “you don’t have to do this” I remember them pacing around this small 20×20sqft room. There was only a black leather couch and a small 32inch 24sitting on top of a cabinet. It was as if they didn’t want to kill me but still kinda wanted too, they were torn and I was so so scared and they eventually said somthing and I calmed down and then they shot me.

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