Dream Zone

Dream Zone

I often dream of being in high school again and I can’t remember my locker combination. Also, I’ve lost my class schedule and have no idea where I’m supposed to be. Sometimes I dream of being in college and the semester is almost over and I’ve forgotten to go, all semester long! Then I’m faced with taking the final exam, knowing I haven’t been to even one lecture.Heidi 38, Fort Wayne, IN

Lauri: Your locker is your place at school. It is the only thing that is designated to you, therefore it most likely represents where you feel you belong in life, or more specifically, in career. When you can’t find your locker or get into your locker in a dream it’s a good indication you are feeling uncertain of yourself in some way in waking life … you haven’t “unlocked” your potential. The same goes for dreams where you can’t find your class, which is another popular “back at school” dream. Are you uncertain of your place at work or even uncertain of your career choice? The forgotten class is most likely connected to a sense of missing out as well as unpreparedness and not being up to par or good enough or experienced enough. But notice how you hate the class in the dream. That’s a telltale sign you aren’t too happy with your job in real life.

Heidi replies: I’m often uncertain of my career choice, because I’ve never been in a job I just loved and couldn’t live without. Working has always been something I’ve had to do for income. I have always wanted to be a sign language interpreter and have taken many classes toward that goal. But I’m always derailed by having to move, not being able to find appropriate classes, etc. Currently I work three jobs just to be able to share duties with my husband and not have the kids in child care. I know I’m not working at my potential in any of the jobs, but I am grateful to have them so I can be at home with the kids.

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