Seeing scissors in your dream could seem mundane and run of the mill, but it could also symbolize something specifically for you, depending on what is happening in your life right now.
There are many things that scissors could symbolize, which can also be reliant on the circumstances in your present waking life and other emotional journeys you are going through.
What does a dream with scissors represent?
Here are some of the possible symbolisms of your dream with a pair of scissors.
Symbolic of cutting something off
You may be in some kind of engagement or entanglement right now – such as a job, a relationship, a project, or other sort of commitment, and something in you wants to cut yourself off from it.
Try to check what you are truly feeling about it. There is a possibility that you are going through the motions and doing what you have to do out of necessity, but it isn’t really what is calling you.
It would do you a lot of good to be honest about how you are truly feeling about this current engagement, and take the necessary action from there.
Symbolic of good luck
Dreaming of scissors could also be symbolic of good luck. There are many things that are happening in your life right now, whether socially, personally, emotionally – and it would be best for you to keep a faithful and positive disposition, no matter how seemingly negative or unpleasant the reality.
This will let you manifest immediate positive emotion which will inevitably transform your material manifestations for the better.
Symbolic of a relationship
Since a pair of scissors is made up of two constituents – that is why it is called a pair – this could mean that a relationship is going to blossom in the near future for you.
This doesn’t have to necessarily be a romantic relationship, but it will most likely be one. Just keep yourself excited and positively expectant of it, no matter what it will turn out to be.
Symbolic of jealousy
Sometimes, a dream of a pair of scissors could be an indication of jealousy. Could you be feeling envious of anything in your life right now? No matter what it is, know that you are not serving yourself if you continue to feed your negative emotion.
There are many things that are not under your control – so remember that your power lies when you focus on the one thing that you can control – which is yourself and your response to things and circumstances.
Little by little, exercise this control, and see how it empowers you and makes you even more resilient when challenging times do come.
Symbolic of anger
Dreaming of a pair of scissors could also symbolize anger. Be careful how you channel this, as it could quickly turn into violent action. This is definitely something you do not want, so nip it in the bud as soon as you can.
Symbolic of shrewdness or mental sharpness
Since scissors are known to be sharp enough to change the appearance of physical things, dreaming of them could be symbolic of your own sharpness in skill, intelligence, or practical wisdom. This is a good affirmation of how well you have been doing.
Notice how when you feel wise or offer wisdom to others, you yourself feel good, apart from uplifting those around you. It is a good place to be in, so continue whatever it is you are doing that is fostering this empowerment.
Symbolic of physical capability
Apart from a mental sharpness, dreaming of scissors could also be symbolic of physical ability. You may be talented in a certain area, and have been meeker than necessary in sharing this talent to the world.
Your dream of a pair of scissors is a nudge from the universe to develop this talent and let it serve others, and in the end serve yourself even more. Here, you will find a deep fulfillment that you may not have even felt before.
Symbolic of harm
This sharp object can definitely harm others, so this dream may symbolize a repressed desire to harm yourself or other people.
It is best to come to terms with this negative emotion so that you don’t have to act on it in a way that is hurtful to yourself or others.
The fact that it is coming to you in a dream before anything happens means that the universe is on your side and supports keeping yourself in check so that you don’t have to subject yourself to any kind of hurt.
Common Situations in Which You Dream of Scissors
Dream of dull scissors
This dream represents a certain frustration in life – but what could it be? It may be that a relationship is not fulfilling you emotionally, physically, or sexually.
It could mean that a job or career is not gratifying to you anymore. It could be that you are tired of talking to people who don’t seem to get you.
Find your true connection – and see how you can be able to translate more of this to the people you meet and interact with. Then watch out for more fulfilling exchanges and relations with things and people in your life.
Dream of sharp scissors
This dream could mean one of a lot of things. For starters, it could mean that you are highly skilled at something and it would do you good to pursue this skill or activity further. Another could be that you want to cut something off from your life and you have all the means to do so.
Another still could be that there may be some negative emotion that you are not properly dealing with in your life. These are all possibilities that you can crosscheck if they are applicable to you.
Dream of cutting thread
This dream is symbolic of ending a life. This may be interpreted as you wanting to cut off something that has been a big part of your life.
Check how you feel about the biggest relationships you have – be it with a person, a job, or some kind of partnership or commitment that takes up a lot of your time and mind space.
Dream of cutting paper
This dream is a symbolism of being useful to yourself and the people around you. You are doing a good job of using your skills and talents in order to uplift yourself and the community you belong in.
Keep on doing that and let yourself feel delighted in the good work that you are doing. This positive momentum has the power to change and transform your life and that of others as well, in the best possible way.
Dream of cutting something that you cannot cut
If in your dream, you are cutting something that physically cannot be cut at all, such as a rock, a piece of wood, or metal, this may be a sign that you have the right tools but are not applying them well.
This could pertain to your talents, abilities, even time. You have everything that you need to lead the life that will make you happy.
Just check if you are barking up the wrong tree or offering the whole of you to people who do not understand or appreciate. Balance this as well with not being dependent on their response in order for you to be happy.
The secret is really to be at peace with wherever you are. The rest will follow if you keep the faith and the positivity in your present moment as much as you can.
Dream of shiny scissors
This dream could mean that you are a very attractive being, that other people find themselves just drawn to you. You are very sharp in that you know what you want and are strong in registering it, but at the same time, you also have a soft side and are charming when you need to be.
This is the best combination that inevitably makes other people fall for you. Just make sure you are also being genuine with them and are keeping your happiness and theirs considered.
Dream of throwing scissors out into the open
This dream could mean that you are feeling tired of the control or power that you exercise every day. Try to check why you are feeling this way.
Do you feel that you are not applying this power in the most appropriate ways and circumstances? Do you feel that there is more fulfillment in practicing your skills more constructively?
Listen to what these thoughts are trying to prod in you. They could be indicative of an inner wisdom trying to bring itself out into the fore.
Conclusion
A dream of scissors could mean a lot of things, and these all lend insight into what you are feeling and how you are applying your experiences to your reflections about yourself. All are valuable, so use your learnings in ways that will empower yourself the best.
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