A body of water such as an ocean, lake, or pond can represent: The context of your life, “your world,” or the setting and situations within which the your life takes place.
Your emotions or inner state (turbulence, tranquility, etc.).
The unknown.
An area that you feel holds secrets (perhaps within yourself).
Swimming or floating in a body of water can represent freedom from your usual limitations or stresses.
A body of water rising over your head (or you being pulled under water) can represent a feeling of overwhelm or “trying to stay afloat” in real life.
A calm body of water can represent peace or relaxation.
For more clues, consider the context and condition of the water.
See Also: Water, Waves, Flow or River, Swimming, Floating, Underwater, Flood, Pool
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