Joy, your dream reveals a sense of vulnerability and a battle between trust and caution in your personal space. The new house you bought symbolizes a new phase or opportunity in your life, which is exciting but also brings uncertainty. The presence of two dogs, typically representing companionship and loyalty, contrasts with the unknown boy and his dogs, which may reflect inner conflict about who to trust with this new phase in your life. The act of frantically trying to lock a flimsy door suggests that you feel the need to protect yourself and your current stability from external threats, perceived or real.
The dream's intensity and your described negative feelings indicate a fear of being overwhelmed or invaded by unwanted influences or people. The fence with a big hole is a metaphor for vulnerabilities in your life's boundaries that you fear could be exploited. Your protective instincts are clear when the dream shifts to concern over your dog and the potential aggression from the other dogs. This could relate to a fear of conflict or confrontation in waking life, especially if you feel that your personal boundaries are not as strong as you'd like them to be.
Reflecting on your previous dreams, there is a recurring theme of protection and security, whether it's locking doors against perceived threats or being in charge and overseeing safety, like hanging on the side of a semi in the convoy dream. The common thread seems to be a sense of responsibility and vigilance over your environment and the well-being of those within it.
Despite the negative feelings, the dream ends with the threat going away, suggesting that your subconscious is processing these protective instincts and working through the underlying concerns. The recurring need for security in your dreams indicates a strong desire to maintain control over your personal boundaries and to ensure that both you and those you care about remain safe.
Your feelings of stress and the recent headache could be amplifying these themes in your dreams. It's essential to acknowledge these emotions and consider what aspects of your life may be causing you to feel the need for such vigilance and protection. Your dreams are a reflection of your inner world, and they appear to be highlighting areas where you may be seeking reassurance or need to reinforce your boundaries.
Connect with a therapist
