The Dream:
hi I dreamed I was trapped in a car that fell in water and could not get out then I did get out?
Initial Interpretation of Archetypes and Query:
Thanks for your response. This is actually a pretty common dream archetype. Cars are often symbols of direction, meaning your means of getting from one point in your life to the next. Not as in transportation, but as in the means taking you from one event or situation to the next. Being in a car that is moving usually means that you are going through or sorting mentally through a decision.
Falling into water trapped in a car signifies the hopelessness or confusion that you are associating with that decision or transition. Usually resulting from unresolved questions or unforseeable circumstances. Water surrounding you as to drown you is a metaphor for feeling "trapped" and a feeling of impotence when trying to discern either the right decision or to overcome adversity in the transition.
Since you did not get to your intended goal, but were caught in a quagmire while going there and were overcome by a surrounding medium that could choke you could imply persecution and helplessness.
The fact that you were not conquered shows that you will find your way through it, but since you did not get to your destination it means that although you will survive, the opportunity will be lost along the way at a cost to you, and while you will still have your life, you will experience loss (represented by the car) which could signify loss of job, rejection by others, or a break-off of an encumbering relationship.
Without knowing your exact life situation it is difficult to address specifically how this pertains.
If the dream is recurrent, then it applies to your current situation (job, relationship, or geographical location) and serves as a warning that the grass is not greener on the other side of the change you are contemplating. Once you make the decision for the change, the trouble will come (or has already come) suddenly and will not release you until you remove yourself from encumberances through struggle
I feel that if you are dealing with a new job or moving that you should pursue another means and make no changes.
I would like to know this: When you are driving (if you are driving and not a passenger) how does the car get into the water? Did you drive it and lose control? Does the road give out? Do you go off a cliff? This will be important.
Advice: Be very cautious about major changes upcoming, and if you are already in the struggle I noted above, then you need to stay resourceful, vigilant, and persevering to emarge in tact.
I would be interested to get feedback from you as to how this applies to your life. Typically I get more information from people with more description as to how they felt in the dream, the scenario, time of day, place, etc.. more details would be great (type of car, temperature of the water, how you escaped (window, door), and whether or not you could breathe under the water once you were in it).
Thanks for writing in!
Response #1
we are building a new house and are moving soon. house is almost finished. I have been in my carrer 19 years and working paert time, just had baby #2 6 months ago.
not sure how the car gets in water seems road just stops. passenger, scared once car hits water, I think a window is how I get out or just woke up not sure. my car which is a suv no one driving me just riding. do not know temp of water since I just make it out. I would remember if cold or hot just remember seeing it. as suv lands I am scared thanks
Final Interpretation:
"If the dream is recurrent, then it applies to your current situation (job, relationship, or geographical location)"
Job: Career
Relationship: New Mother
Moving: New House
"The fact that you were not conquered shows that you will find your way through it, but since you did not get to your destination it means that although you will survive, the opportunity will be lost along the way at a cost to you, and while you will still have your life, you will experience loss (represented by the car) which could signify loss of job, rejection by others, or a break-off of an encumbering relationship."
1. You were not defeated
2. Opportunity lost is the income.
3. Loss of job would be staying at home as a mom
4. Rejection by others would be the peer pressure from other working moms or those critical of your choice by people close to you
5. breaking off an encumbering relationship: this could be debt, or expenses as well as a boss or friend with undue influence in your life.
Getting rid of a second car payment or selling your car will help offset the expenses of the change as you rebuild.
Response #2:
yes trying to decide if I should stay home with kids full time thanks
FinalCounsel:
Thanks for the feedback!
Staying home with your children will require sacrifice, but you will emerge whole although it will possibly cost you your second car payment. It is a sudden jump if you are sacrificing an income. But the change will not overcome you as you fear that it will. Your survival in the dream means that you will emerge victorius. You should let go of your second car payment in order to make this transition successful. Sell it or get out of your lease.
It will be worth it in the end. We have 4 children and my wife stays at home by her own choice. Many times it has been tough, but God has ALWAYS come through. Your primary role as a mom is the stewardship of your children. Teaching them in the way that they should go so that when they are older they will not depart from it. The schools are responsible for building their minds, but as parents we are responsible for body, mind, spirit, and soul. If our children are going to grow up strong and moral in this day and age, they need the trust and friendship of their parents. They need the relationship bond that will help them deal openly with you and not hide things when struggles come their way.
There's nothing wrong with working while they are in school. But if they are preschool they need you now more than ever. Youth are going through serious serious problems. I mentor and work with a lot of youth that are getting involved in dangerous stuff at a much younger age than ever before. Lack of supervision is enabling this.
Pregnancy, meth, theft, vandalism, seductive music, early sexual activity... the problems in school that we had were the occasional fist fight, running in the halls, and chewing gum!
I actually walked away from a 6 figure job in D.C. to move to Charlotte and work from home in my own business so that I could play a more active role in my children's life. My job became my idol. It required so much of me that I was not able to even enjoy the fruits of my labor, because with the increase income came additional expenses (car, travel, wardrobe, after school programs). I spent so much time working that even the weekends were devoted to errands and the kids just got overlooked and dragged around.
Trust me in this, that you will acheive balance and your relationship with your children will deepen. You only have them for a short time under your care. Your child(ren) will likely repeat the same choices with their families, and if they do, as a grandmother you will likely be raising their children while they work. Teach them to become independant and self sufficient by modeling the role that builds a healthy family. You will have the rest of your life to work and to bless them financially.
My wife is beginning a birthday ministry for families that can't afford birthday cakes etc. If you ever need one let me know!
In Jesus
Response #3
thanks yes my boss is also my sponser in 12 step program have been sober 10 years fear of rebuilding my clients. I really do not make a lot of money I am a hair stylist I used to love it my heart fell out of it after daughter was born. My mom does keep the children 2 days while I work hubbt does every other Sat so this part time keeps my feet in it but I think it would be so hard to get back in to it and current can take classes though I have been torn with the decision. I never even wanted to stay home after son was born now 4 years but with2 I do thanks for encouragement I feel truely blessed from you thanks.
Final Counsel
Can you go to the elderly who are home bound and cut their hair? You might be able to use your skills on your own and you would probably get more joy out of it as you would be truly serving them and can build relationships. My grandmother had a lady come to the house every 3 weeks or so and she ended up doing it weekly because she was simply lonely and loved the company and personal attention. This would be flexible for you... Pray about it and try this door.
If I can help you with counsel at any time let me know. I have nearly sponsored before and I have been certified in AODA counseling and ministry. I have overcome addiction to alcohol myself. If you are a 12 stepper, know this: God did not make you an alcoholic. You are not an alcoholic if God has set you free. He whom the Son has set free is free indeed. The flesh will always be tempted. If you are still tempted by it then you need freedom through the power of Christ. He is able to do exceedingly and abundantly above which we can ask or think.
Be encouraged that God knows everything you are going through. Every little step you take for Him will be blessed!
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