Falling is one of the most universal dreams, often arriving in times of stress. It typically reflects a feeling that something in waking life — a job, a relationship, a plan — is slipping out of your hands, or a fear of losing status and support.
Yet falling can also be an invitation to release control. If the fall felt strangely peaceful, your inner self may be telling you that letting go is safe. If you woke with a jolt, ask which ground in your life feels least solid right now, and what small step would steady it.