1. Practicing abstinence from sex, drink, drugs or other things that are not necessarily desirable may be a warning that one is overconfident and such habits may quickly return.
2. Sign that one’s life in general needs toning down.
[1]A dream of contrary.
To dream that you abstain (by choice) from drink or from any sort of temptation is a warning against overconfidence. But to dream that you abstain from necessity indicates that success and prosperity are on the way.
[2]To dream that you refuse to drink is a sign of good fortune coming, but it may not be lasting in its effects.
[3]To dream that you practice abstinence from sex (or any other sort of sensual temptation, such as drinking or drugs), is a warning against being over confident. Be careful!
[4](See Also: Ascetic detachment)
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