Encyclopedia of Dreams

by Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen
Another contradictory dream which may seem the exact opposite.

To dream that you practice abstinence from drinking or any other sort of sensual temptation can be and should be considered a warning against being over confidant. But to dream that you have to show abstinence out of necessity indicates that great rewards are on their way.

The Bedside Dream Dictionary

by Silvana Amar
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.

The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams

by Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
A dream of contrary.

To dream that you abstain (by choice) from drink or from any sort of temptation is a warning against over-confidence.

But to dream that you abstain from necessity indicates that success and prosperity are on the way.