In dreams, an ascension contains all the associations of rising or climbing.
Dream activity includes many types of ascent: mountains, steep roads, lifts/elevators, staircases, walls, et cetera.
Ascents into the sky are by no means rare, whether the body rises on its own or as a passenger or pilot of a plane.
This dream almost always has to do with a spiritual quest, with its attendant risks.
Ascension in a dream represents a desire to be able to forget about mundane issues in life.
If you find yourself floating upwards in your dream, you may be feeling overwhelmed with everyday chores and responsibilities.
On the other hand, ascending in a dream may represent newfound freedom. You could be feeling relieved after the end of a long, troubling ordeal.
Ascension in a dream can also represent an altered state of consciousness, the movement from a waking to state to a dreaming state in which you are becoming more aware of your deepest emotional needs.
When meditating, people sometimes experience a feeling of ascension. If you meditate and sometimes feel like you are ascending during meditation, this feeling can carry over to your dreams.
If you are religious, ascension in a dream can represent a religious experience. You will probably notice other religious symbols in your dream.
Watching someone else ascend while you remain on the ground can be a sign that you are feeling envious of that person.