A dream after meditating

[LibraMoon]

I've been doing a guided meditation this week, and after meditating, my dreams seem to be particularly vivid. This is just one of them. The memory of the dream seems to have stayed with me, which I often think is an indicator that the dream is significant.

I dreamed that my husband and I were taking a long walk together. At the end of the walk, we were both going to work, separately. The walk was longer than I anticipated and we reached a point where I realised that there was still quite a distance to go. I was worried that my husband was exhausted, so I told him that he must take a taxi and not walk any further. I left him with his phone and taxi fare, in a place where he could be picked up easily, and travelled on alone.

My first visit was to an elderly lady and her carer. I was there to check on their welfare and give them any help and advice that they might have needed. When I arrived, all was well. They told me that they had found somebody to help them with their paperwork. This person was charging them £32.50. I was initially a little concerned, as I had always done it for nothing. But then I realised that this was legitimate and that I shouldn't undercut them by working for free. I realised that it was also a relief to not have to do this any more, as I no longer had the time for that sort of work.

Before I left, the lady who was the carer told me that she had some instructions for me, for my next visit, which was to an elderly lady who lived alone in a castle. She told me it was important for me to have those instructions, because the pathways that led to her home were high and steep, and there were open bridges with big drops below them, and I needed to know how to negotiate them. I told her that actually, I was afraid of heights, and that in the past, when confronted with a steep drop, I had been known to freeze and to be unable to go any further. She listened, but did not comment. She handed me the paper with all the instructions written on them. I felt that their goodwill came with me, and had a feeling of completion. These ladies no longer needed me; somebody else was looking after them now, but they appreciated what I had done for them in the past.

I left their house and started to look for the castle. I saw a signpost saying 'Beautiful Medieval Castle and Fortress'. I was puzzled as I didn't think it could be that easy, and wondered if there could be two such places in the same area. But I realised that there was only one, and followed the pathway indicated by the sign.

I found myself at the foot of a set of steep steps, but the staircase was enclosed and safe. I looked up and saw a platform. Part of the castle was on the platform. I could see that extensive renovations were going on, and there was scaffolding and wire netting around the building. It was high but did not look dangerous. I felt safe.

I realised that my journey would take me beyond the platform, and that the place I was looking for may well be reached by crossing open bridges and walking along pathways on the sides of steep mountains and hillsides. The platform was not my final destination. It was, however, a safe place to start. I started climbing. I was no longer afraid.

[sparklekaz]

Hi Liz,

In your dream you and your husband have gone on a long walk. On one level, this is symbolic of the long life you and your husband have shared together. On another level, it is also representing the balance of male/female energies within you; A indication of an equal balance within you of the traits and attributes normally associated with both genders. An equal amount of female, sensitive, nurturing qualities, combined with the masculine, calm, practical, logical, single minded focus you can bring to any task you are presented with in life.

At the end of your walk, you say you are both going to your individual places of work. This indicates your different interests in life. But as you are still walking together it is a happy harmony of togetherness and sharing, in spite of those differences. As you walk, you notice your husband tiring. In life, it may be that out of the two of you; You are the one with the stronger mental and physical temperament. The one who is less affected by the trials and tribulations of life. It is not that it does not upset or affect you. Simply that you have that tenacity and inner strength that enables you to rise above them and continue. You are aware of your husbands limitations and very caringly make sure he is not overly taxed. You take the lead and sensitively, try to take away as much as you can in the way of pressure of life, from your husband. This may at times make you feel a little alone, and there are some things in life, that you feel you have to shoulder alone. This is only what I feel intuitively, and from the symbolism of the dream so far. But ultimately, you yourself know whether this is meaningful to you or not. So please only take that which resonates with you away from this.

As you continue alone, your first visit is to an elderly lady and her carer. Symbolically, this lady is an aspect of you, the older wise you. The carer, is the caring, nurturing aspect of you. On another level, it may indicate your concern for the well-being and welfare of an elderly person that you are close to. You are told that they have found someone to help them with their paperwork. You feel guilty, because this is always something you have done. On one level, there may be an aspect of you that has been feeling guilty, that you do not do enough. But on another level, paper, or paperwork, is connected symbolically as a means of self expression. Needing help with it, may indicate a need to put pen to paper, to use writing as a cathartic way of pouring out emotional and spiritual needs. Maybe a reminder from your higher self that the help is within you. That inner wisdom just waiting to be tapped into. The amount £32.50 is mentioned. Numerically, this number if split up can be read as 3 + 2 + 5 + 0 = 10. I have given you some information below about each number and the sum total. Read through carefully, as this information holds within it, messages from your higher self or inner wisdom, to encourage you and advise you. The meaning of the numbers individually are :-

Three: The spiritual meaning of number Three deals with magic, intuition, fecundity, and advantage. The number Three invokes expression, versatility, and pure joy of creativity. Three is also a time identifier as it represents Past, Present and Future. Consecutive Threes in your life may symbolize the need to express yourself creatively, or consider your present directional path in relation to past events and future goals. Three may also represent promising new adventures, and assurance of cooperation from others whom you may require help. Three typically symbolizes reward and success in most undertakings.

Two: The symbolic meaning of number Two is kindness, balance, tact, equalization, and duality. The number Two reflects a quiet power of judgment, and the need for planning. Two beckons us to choose. The spiritual meaning of number Two also deals with exchanges made with others, partnerships (both in harmony and rivalry), and communication. Two urges us out of our indecision, calls us to unite with like-minds, and like-ideals. Two asks us to exert our natural flow of judgment to do what is best for our souls.

Five: The spiritual meaning of number Five deals with travel, adventure, and motion. With the highs that come with these attributes, Fives also carry instability and unpredictability, and radical changes. The spiritual meaning of Five draws our attention to the wonder of life, and beckons us to appreciate the perception of chaos all around us. Five has wild vibrations: primitive and erratic. When Five continues to pop up in your life be prepared for some action, like a trip. Remember, trips aren't all necessarily taken physically. Some of the best journey's are taken in the mind and spirit.

Zero: Everything and absoluteness, All. 0 is the number of Pluto; ruler Scorpio. The 0 stands for all that was before Creation, for the God Power in all of us. 0 symbolizes Eternity – the God Source before Manifestation, which is pure Spirit. In Numerology the 0 is important as it stands for Potential and/or Choice. It represents everything, being Infinity - the two definite ends of the finite, neither of which is physically attainable. It is the totally Mystical Symbol, indicating the degree of Spiritual mysticism that is available, but rarely developed in the individual. It represents wholeness, oneness and continuing cycles. It is the Alpha and Omega.

Combination of all numbers - Ten: The number 10 is the first digit with the zero, and endows the 10 Day person with extra vitality, and intensifies the energies of the 1 vibration. The number 10 relates to the Tarot card the Wheel of Life. 10 represents beginning new lessons in cycles of knowledge, and great responsibility rests on the 10 Day individual. They need to look at using their true leadership qualities if they are to live up to the life purpose they have chosen. The 10 energy is productive, and has the power of acquisition and attraction. Whatever these people plan, the 10 energy is a person with power.

You then move on and are asked to visit an elderly lady in a castle. On leaving the first lady, there is an acknowledgement within yourself, that you are now ready to begin the next stage of your life journey. Castle's symbolise reaching for your dreams. You can create all your dreams and bring them into reality. Again, this I feel is connected to you connecting with your inner wisdom, that part of you that is ancient and eternal. To reach this lady, you will have to take a path that will take you up high. To cross bridges, over steep drops. And you are afraid. The path is I feel not just symbolically about the road of life, it is also the pathway within. That will take you to those higher levels of existence. The bridges, are the means in which we cross from the conscious mind to the unconscious. A fear of heights, is often connected to dizziness and balance. The higher you go, you are leaving behind the known, the secure. So in some respects its a leap of faith, of a willingness to go into the unknown. This may also be connected to a fear or block within yourself that makes you hesitate or hold back from exploring your intuitive abilities or of voyaging into the spiritual dimensions. The dizzy sense, can be linked to the heady freedom of space on expanded vision. When we are up high, the panorama of life, spreads out before our eyes. As human beings, we are used to looking up at life, rather then down. I feel this is you needing to get used to and acclimitse to a different or higher state of vibration.

A medieval, fortified castle. Implies symbolically, that to reach the place of your dreams and spiritual ideals. You need first to overcome the inner fortification you have erected around yourself, that has been preventing you from advancing on your spiritual journey. These fortifications are often our fears. Barriers we erect within. So for me this aspect of your dream is about you, overcoming your own fears and lack of self belief. To reach this place, you find the path easier then expected. How often is it the case in life, that we build ourselves up to do something that we believe will be extremely difficult; so much so that we often do not even attempt to do it. Only to find, once we push ourselves, past the fear, and quieten down the inner self talk that tells us why we cannot do something, and actually do it. Do we realise, it was nothing like we had expected or as difficult as we expected it to be. Your higher-self I feel is trying to show you this. This is indicated, by the fact you arrive at it suddenly and quickly. This symbolises to me, that you are ready!! This is it, the time has come to face your fears. But more then that, you are more then ready to start on the next phase of your spiritual growth. Just like the caterpillar, who struggles out of the chrysalis. All your inner and outer struggles. All the obstacles and setbacks you have experienced in the past, have all been preparing you and leading up to this moment.

To conclude your dream. You have looked at your fears head on, and see that yes, it will be at times hard and scary. But you are so strong, more then you know. The journey, will reveal your strengths to you. This is your destiny, this is your spiritual path. This is what you have been walking towards all your life. You now hear the inner voice within; The loud voice of your fears, quietened at last by its gentle, strength and reassurance. I would definitely think your recent meditations have lit the flame within you Liz. A beautiful and very spiritual dream. You know how meaningful it is, as dreams of such clarity are rare. A message for you from the divine.

I hope I haven't gone on too long for you, but there was so much symbolism in it, I didn't want to miss anything out. There is a lot there for you to ponder on. As always Liz, please remember this is just my interpretation of your dream. Please only take from it that which resonates with you, and leave the rest. I would appreciate your feedback.

Love and light
Kaz

[LibraMoon]

Hi Karen,

Many thanks for this interpretation! It does seem to be a dream with many layers of meaning. Another layer is perhaps, finally letting go of my old life (work and looking after other people) and transitioning to focus more on my immediate family. There's a feeling of relief that somebody is doing my old job, because I don't have time for it any more. Also, the monumental (maybe a pun) task of taking on some of the care of my mother, seemed very scary at first but I'm growing in confidence as time passes, and I'm not so afraid of the future.

Each time I look at it, something different and new comes to mind. I'm going to print the thread now and study it properly, offline. I find it hard to read online, especially on a netbook!

But once again, thanks for your insights and to adding to my understanding of this dream. It does seem that our subconscious minds have many messages for us, if we can understand the symbolism. Thanks for adding to my understanding!