Rejection
To dream of rejecting something represents a lack of interest in something or feeling that something isn't good enough for you. Ideas, attitudes, choices, or situations that don't meet your standards. Not allowing something to be imposed on you.
To dream of being rejected represents a lack of self-worth or feeling unimportant. It may also reflect disappointment after trying hard at something or having high expectations. Feeling failure. Feeling alienated. Alternatively, being rejected may be a sign that you are too agreeable, accommodating, or nice for your own good. Learning to be more assertive may be helpful. You may not believe in yourself enough. Feelings about people in your life not liking you. Feeling surprised that people don't like your ideas or don't want to spend time with you. Feeling outclassed or alone. Issues with accepting defeat.
To dream of being rejected by a lover represents a lost sense of stability or enjoyment in your life. Setbacks with success. Alternatively, being rejected by a lover may reflect difficulty getting along with your partner or different opinions. You may also fear your partner losing interest in you. Insecurity about the strength and consistency of their affection. Feeling that your lover is losing interest in you.
Example: A man dreamed of people rejecting him and calling him names. In waking life he noticed people whom he invited to be part of a business slowly choosing to turn his offers after having tried it. He felt rejected and like a loser for asking for their help.
Example 2: A young man dreamed of being rejected by his girlfriend. In waking life his girlfriend wouldn't return his cellphone text messages.